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7 Creswell Dr, Trenton, ON K8V 6S7, Canada Job Description Posted Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 5:00 a.m. | Expires Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 4:59 a.m. The City of Quinte West is situated on the shores of the beautiful Bay of Quinte. We are located directly along the Highway 401 corridor approximately 1.5 hours east of Toronto and 2.5 hours west of Ottawa. Over 46,560 people make Quinte West home. Quinte Wests natural setting, with its attractive scenic backdrop of rolling hills, rich farmland and clean waterways, creates a healthy environment for working, living, and raising a family. Safe, well-planned neighbourhoods and plenty of recreational activities make Quinte West the ideal place to visit or call home. Position: Department: Public Works and Environmental Services Division: Reports to: Manager of Engineering Services This department is responsible for the effective and efficient planning, engineering, maintenance, rehabilitation and operation of the municipal road system, parks and open space, solid waste management services, water treatment and supply, wastewater collection and treatment, stormwater management, development approvals and general engineering services. Purpose and Scope: The successful candidate will provide assistance in the Public Works and Environmental Services Department. Duties and Responsibilities: Assists in the development and implementation of tender documents for new construction or rehabilitation of municipal road, bridge, water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure. Assists in the development and review of policies, procedures, standards, plans, and programs governing the Engineering Department. Collects and compiles data to be entered into the Public Works records database. Inspects capital projects to confirm compliance with City standards. Note: Above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Contacts: The position will have direct contact with: Internal: Manager of Engineering, Public Works & Environmental Services and other City staff. External: General Public as well as Contractors and Construction crews. Education/Specialized Training/Skills: The position will require: Preference will be given to a student who is enrolled in a Civil Engineering Program registered in a Full time Post-Secondary School Program and who will be returning in the Fall. Valid Class G Drivers Licence in good standing. Proficiency in Microsoft applications. Ability to demonstrate tact and discretion and to deal effectively and courteously in all aspects of the position; to maintain confidentiality, and to foster good rapport and cooperative working relationships. Nice to have: Previous experience and understanding of heavy civil construction. Strong communication, public relations, and customer service skills, as well as creative abilities and research skills. Valid First Aid, CPR, AED, WHMIS Certificates. Work Experience: Although not required, related experience would be considered an asset. Decision Making: This position has minimal responsibility for decision making affecting the department. Supervision: Not Applicable. Personal information and any supporting material are collected and administered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The City of Quinte West is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please contact the Human Resources Department at 613-392-2841 ext. 1106 or to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Applicants will be required to consent to the completion of a criminal reference check and the completion of a drivers abstract, if deemed a requirement of the position. 7 Creswell Dr, Trenton, ON K8V 6S7, Canada #J-18808-Ljbffr