The City of Nanaimo is a rapidly growing community with a population of approximately 86,000.  Nestled between the mountains and the ocean, on the east coast of Vancouver Island, we are centrally located, about 1½ hours from Victoria and 2 hours from Vancouver by ferry.  With affordable housing, a university and well-developed parks, recreational, cultural and social amenities, Nanaimo is truly an extraordinary place to live.

Engineering Services Technologist
(Competition #15-50)

The City of Nanaimo is seeking an Engineering Services Technologist.  Under the general direction of the Municipal Infrastructure Engineer, the incumbent evaluates, defines and recommends engineering service alternatives to meet existing and future growth. The Engineering Services Technologist also coordinates the review and issue of the City’s Engineering Standards and Specifications; organizes, directs and monitors the work of consultants; compiles and reviews cost estimates, terms of reference, proposals, studies specifications and tenders.

Applicants must have completed Grade 12 and have a diploma of technology from a recognized Technical Institute in civil engineering, related to design, report preparation, survey, construction, computer aided design and drafting, plus additional specialized courses in the municipal infrastructure.  A minimum of five (5) years’ related experience including a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Municipal engineering detail design or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.  Applicants must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence and have membership in or be eligible for membership in the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC as an Applied Science Technologist. Experience in consulting engineering is considered an asset.

This is a unionized position, $37.30 per hour – after Probation (Jan 2015 Rate), based on a 35-hour work week.  A comprehensive benefit package is included.