Public Works Technician

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Department: Public Works
Reports to: Supervisor of Construction
Effective Date: December 2011
Positions Supervised: 0
Revised Date: April 2024

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Supervisor of Construction, supports and provides technical input in the planning, design, construction and inspection of County infrastructure.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inspects all types of construction performed by contractors and advises contractor’s staff and project team members of omissions, errors and inspection results.
Surveying for the purpose of pre-engineering, construction layout and collection of Asbuilt features using a variety of survey instruments. Locates information from existing land surveys in the office and in the field.
Verifies Contractors work to ensure that projects are done as per the Contract documents and specifications.
Develops engineering drawings and calculates quantities for construction cost estimates from pre-engineering surveying and site investigations.
Responsible for verifying material quantities in the field and preparing and issuing payment certificates on a monthly basis.
Documents, organizes, and maintains accurate records of construction inspections, including note taking and drawing mark-ups in order to properly close projects out and provide complete record information for project files.
Makes real-time decisions in the field to resolve design and/or constructability issues as they arise along-side the project team and contractor.
Liaison with project staff, collaborate with contractors, Township staff, consultants and the general public in a professional and positive manner.
Prepares as-constructed drawings and service sheets of completed projects.
Responsible for collecting and recording infrastructure asset information as well as updating asset management records using GIS software.
Monitor, track and document on-site construction activities requiring time and material, change orders, and general changes to the original design drawings onsite.
Provides project related information to staff, contractors, consultants and the public.
Operates drafting, scanning, printing, plotting and reproduction equipment. Evaluates and recommends upgrades on computer software and equipment.
Conducts traffic counts and processing of traffic data.
Provides support to summer students as required, including checking and confirming work to support operational responsibilities and duties when required.
Provides horizontal and vertical survey control, survey layout, and acquires topographic details related to capital projects.
Update and maintain construction section equipment inventory list.
Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Civil Engineering Technician Diploma or related education from Post-Secondary Institutions.
Minimum 4 years related engineering and construction experience.
Ability to review, interpret, and understand engineering construction drawings.
Knowledge and experience in the use of computer software, such as, Word, Excel, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD & Civil 3D).
Knowledge and experience in construction practices and construction inspections procedures, including pre-engineering to project close out.
Knowledge of inspection software in order to document and generate daily field reports.
Knowledge and experience in surveying and the use of survey instruments (GPS & Total Station).
Knowledge and experience in the use of Municipal Design Guidelines, Standards and specifications.
Knowledge and experience in the set up and removal Traffic Counters and processing traffic count data using Traffic Data management software.
Knowledge of CAD techniques, procedures, conventions, and standards.
Certified member of OACETT or OACETT Associate member would be considered an asset.
Valid Ontario driver’s license required.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:

Ability to demonstrate the required core and leadership competencies for this position in alignment with Oxford County’s competency framework.
Core competencies include teamwork, communication, innovation, service excellence, accountability and integrity, and inclusivity.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Standing work including operating survey instruments, and while observing and recording construction inspections.
Exposure to hazards related to construction sites, including inclement weather and traffic.
May require occasional heavy lifting for the use of hand tools such as shovels, hammers, or pick axes for lifting maintenance hole and catch basin covers
Working overtime as required to support construction inspection documentation and duties.