The Municipality of North Cowichan invites applications from candidates with the proven skills, qualifications and abilities for the position of Engineering Technologist/Database CAD Operator on a term basis of up to one year.

The successful applicant will be required to perform a variety of assignments, with a concentration in maintaining the Municipality’s mapping and utility records using AutoCAD and ArcGIS.  Deployment to other duties may be required from time to time.  This is a unionized position (CUPE Local 358) and the collective agreement may be viewed on our website.

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Abilities:

Civil Engineering Technology or Geographic and Information System Diploma.
Minimum three years relevant post-diploma engineering experience.
Demonstrable skills with the use of spreadsheet, word processing, database programs, and computer file organization.
Ability to keep accurate records and notes and to prepare design and as-built (record) drawings, service cards, and other utility records using AutoCAD and AutoDesk programs.
Ability to use reprographics tools.
Ability to use mapping and GIS programs in an engineering environment.
Good organizational ability and interpersonal communications skills.
Independence of judgment and capability of working with minimal supervision.
Possession and maintenance of a valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License; a satisfactory current driver’s abstract will be required.
The position may be physically demanding; candidate must be able to successfully perform all duties associated with the position, including repetitive computer-related work for up to 7 hours per day.  A medical certificate attesting to suitability for this position may be required.

Candidates being considered will be required to undergo a comprehensive evaluation of skills, qualifications, and abilities. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal record check.

Please submit cover letter and resume detailing relevant work experience and education by 4:30 p.m., on Monday, March 30, 2015.  Please reply to the undersigned, quoting the competition number and position title.