civil engineering technician

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Read blueprints to determine dimensions of structure or system and material requirements
• Participate in field surveys, inspections or technical investigations
• Prepare engineering designs and drawings
• Supervise or conduct field surveys, inspections, technical investigations and testing of construction materials

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• 3D graphic software
• AutoCAD
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook

Type of industry experience

• Mines and quarries

Civil engineering experience

• Drainage and irrigation system
• Roads and highways
• Port and harbour

Area of specialization

• Geotechnical

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel
• Parking paid by employer
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Sound discrimination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• On-site housing options
• Transportation provided by employer
• Parking available