We are currently hiring for two (2) Operations Technologists - Engineering Approvals. There is one (1) regular opportunity and one (1) term opportunity (for a period of approximately 6-12 months), in the Engineering & Capital Infrastructure Department, both have full time hours.
What the Engineering Approvals Team is responsible for:
- Connections to, and extensions of, the Halifax Water Systems, through:
- Water permit applications
- Subdivision Applications
- Tender Reviews
- As well as:
- Creation of Capital Cost Contributions
- Collection of Regional Development Charges
- Administration of the Cross-Connection Control Program
As an Operations Technologist, you will:
- Inspect the installation of Service Connections and appurtenances attaching to the Halifax Water Systems
- Audit the installation of water, wastewater and stormwater main extensions and appurtenances attaching to the Halifax Water Systems
- Collect, produce, and retrieve record information
To do this job, you need to have:
- Five (5) years of experience in the municipal engineering field.
- Post-secondary diploma in Civil Engineering Technology.
- Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) designation.
- Valid driver's license.
This job is a unionized job under CUPE Local 1431. The job description and benefits to working at Halifax Water can be viewed on the Halifax Water website (Work for Halifax Water | Halifax Water).
Halifax Water Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
- Our goal is to be a diverse workplace, that is representative of the community we serve, at all job levels.
- We believe a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success, and the success of our community.
- We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. You are encouraged to self-identify in the cover letter.
Application deadline is 4:30 pm on December 1, 2024.
Thank you for applying for a job with us. We will contact you only if we choose you for an interview.
If offered the job:
- You will need to successfully pass a background check.
- You will need to successfully pass other pre-employment testing, which could include a satisfactory drivers abstract and a satisfactory drug and alcohol test.