ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST TECHNICIAN 1

Job ID: 56470

• Job Category: Engineering & Technical
• Division & Section: Engineering & Construction Services, ECS Engineering Support Services
• Work Location: 18 Dyas Road
• Job Type & Duration: Permanent, Full-time
• Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $42.96 - $47.05
• Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
• Affiliation: L79 Full-time
• Number of Positions Open: 1
• Posting Period: 20-May-2025 to 03-June-2025

Job Description

Performs duties independently and as a Survey Party Chief in the operation of a Cadastral field crew adhering to land survey statutes and regulations.

Major Responsibilities:

• Conducts surveys, investigations,  and studies for a variety of proposals, programs, land development applications and projects pertaining to the City's facilities and infrastructure.
• Conducts field inspections and evaluates condition of facilities and that proper traffic control procedures are in place. 
• Assists with the preparation of budget and tracking of expenditures.
• Leads projects and directs staff on projects.
• Prepares drafts of documents, contracts, specifications and agreements for the Engineers or Supervisor.
• Programs, operates and maintains a variety of mechanical, digital, analogue, wireless,  computerized and other equipment and systems in performing surveys, draughting, calculations, diagnostics, repairs, studies, etc.
• Performs and/or monitors tests and submits results for analysis.
• Performs and/or reviews research and calculations and analyzes technical data.
• Investigates and responds to inquiries from the public, surveyors, consultants, contractors related to construction activity on by-law interpretation, location of property lines, encroachments, digital CADD and processes.
• Acts as crew chief for land surveys and in performing calculations, integration of data, measurements, operation of equipment, etc.  Formats digital data and develops base plan & profile.  Configures computer files. Reviews applications from public, contractors etc. and ensures necessary specifications and requirements are met.
• Prepares, reads and interprets technical drawings.
• Performs engineering surveys (design and construction) for existing and new sewers, watermains, bridges, roadways and other public works projects within public highways, parks, easements and private property.
• Searches, evaluates and analyzes existing records, notes and plans.  Completes reconnaissance surveys.  Searches and digs for iron bars and monuments for establishment of legal property limits.  Directs the survey party in the retracement and establishment of street lines, property limits, lot lines and limits of registered plans.
• Instructs and directs Engineering Technologists/Technicians in the measurement of topographic and underground surveys.  Determines survey procedure to be used.  Records and makes detailed drawings of same.  Establishes profile cross-section and all underground elevations.  Makes calculations to run both open and closed traverse lines, stadia surveys and triangulations.  Makes detailed park surveys for open watercourse improvements.
• Finalizes field notes and survey reports for preparation of plans and design.

Key Qualifications:

1. Graduate in Surveying or Civil Engineering Technology or the approved equivalent combination of education and experience                                                                                                         
2. Experience performing Cadastral land surveying as set out by the Association of Ontario Land Surveyors
3. Considerable experience using total station, GNSS, levels and data collection hardware and associated software.
4. Driver's License, Class "G" or better, valid in the Province of Ontario. Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid City of Toronto “Equipment Operator’s Permit”.

You must also have:

• Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act, and regulations that apply to this work.
• Ability to supervise, direct, instruct and train staff in all aspects of Cadastral surveying including survey field work, methods, procedures and operations.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform manual and computerized mathematical calculations used in cadastral surveying
• Ability to manipulate survey field data, including traverse closures, and standard Cadastral field COGO calculations.
• Ability to work in accordance with the Standards of Surveys as set out by the Association of Ontario Land Surveyors including the preparation of survey field notes.
• Ability to read and interpret legal survey plans, technical drawings, registered/unregistered legal documents pertaining to property ownership.
• Ability to compile, maintain and store survey data and records.
• Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, with the public, consultants, City of Toronto staff and other representatives.
• Must be physically able to operate various hand and power tools, lift and move various pieces of equipment and work in inclement weather.
• Ability to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity and respectful workplaces.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.

Accommodation

The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.