• Practical knowledge of performing locates/stakeouts and damage prevention, surveying and drafting procedures and construction practices, especially with respect to feedermains, and water, and wastewater infrastructure.
• Knowledge of technical report preparation techniques using computer hardware and associated engineering software.
• Knowledge of computer drafting procedures and ability to interpret technical engineering records such as drawings, manuals, plans, and specifications.
• Knowledge of operation, design, and construction of water and wastewater systems.
• Knowledge of technical engineering inspection methods.
• Knowledge of Agency policies, guidelines and procedures to investigate and deal with concerns or complaints from municipalities or the public.

• Analytical and evaluative skills to review, inspect and assess proposed and ongoing engineering services work performed by others.
• Record keeping and reporting skills.
• Computer skills to prepare, alter, and maintain accurate and current engineering records, drawings, manuals, specations using appropriate software.
• Project management skills.
• Practical knowledge and use of engineering software.
• Practical knowledge of stakeouts/locates/damage prevention, with certification considered an asset.
• Written communication skills and abilities to use technical terminology to read plans, records, specifications, drawings, policies and manuals.
• Oral communication skills to deal with municipal officials and consultant engineers.
• Interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy to deal with contractors, staff and public, and in dealing with municipal and public authorities regarding new public works affecting OCWA facilities.

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario’s Human Rights Code. Refer to the application instructions below if you require a disability-related accommodation.