Under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Underground Structures, the Technologist carries out technical duties related to generating AutoCAD base maps of requested streets which show surface details and City GIS infrastructure as well as reviewing archival drawings for relevant information. This position provides estimates to clients on service delivery costs under a cost-recovery model, bills clients for services and reconciles yearly costs to recommend rate changes. Additional duties include updating and maintaining the Branch's geospatial database application (currently GeoMedia), review and indexing of as-built and record drawings, and assisting external and internal stakeholders with archival information.
Graduate in Technology from a recognized Institute of Technology and eligible for membership in CTTAM (Certified Technicians & Technologists Association of Manitoba) as a Civil, Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) or Certified Applied Science Technologist (A.Sc.T.).
Graduate of the Geographic Information Systems Technology Advanced Diploma from a recognized Institute would be an asset.
Five years' experience (post CET designation) working in an engineering support function including utilizing AutoCAD and GIS software.
Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Office, Word and Excel), Adobe Acrobat or Foxit, and G.I.S. related systems such as GeoMedia, ArcGIS, or any other related programs.
Experience in the interpretation of plans, field notes, sketches, blueprints, technical drawings, and legal descriptions.
Experience in the application of engineering principles and practices in the municipal field.
Experience performing complex analysis (including custom queries) of data using GIS principes and software, and prepare accurate reports and maps of the results.
Ability to interpret and apply regulating documents such as City by-laws, standards, policies and procedures.
Ability to lead, motivate and train team members.
Ability to conduct cost estimates
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing assignments and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of construction procedures, materials and methods as applicable to the position.
Knowledge of Federal and Provincial legislation related to this position.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships and manage conflict with employees at all levels of the organization, external contacts and the public.
Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner, verbally and in writing.
- IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://www.canalliance.org/en/ at application.
