Job OpportunityReq ID:1956Business Unit:Infrastructure and Water ServicesDivision:Corporate Capital Project Delivery SvcsRegular / Auxiliary:RegularJob Type:Full-TimePay Grade:CAN/05/02/J16Rate of Pay:$45.94 - $52.01 per hourHours of Work:70 hours bi-weeklyPosting Date:September 4, 2026Closing Date:Open until filled, submission review to begin on September 17, 2026SummaryThis position will perform civil/ mechanical/ structural engineering design drafting duties of a complex nature utilizing various computer drafting software (CAD). The Draftsperson 3 works directly with the Design Engineer and/or the Senior Engineering Technician and requires accuracy, thoroughness, and the ability to deal with change. This position will also provide technical support to the Geomatics Supervisor.Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesCompletes design drafting for a wide variety of engineering projects related to capital works, maintenance, water, wastewater and solid waste, including: horizontal/vertical pipe alignment; pipe layout, structures, valve chambers, reservoirs; estimates for volume and surface analysis, materials and costs; site layout and grading; as well as road alignments, etc.Liaises with the Design Engineer and/or the Senior Engineering Technician for initial design parameters and develops drawings from that feedback.Completes drawings for information, quotation, tender, construction, and record stages.Completes drafting assignments for mapping, report drawings, floor plans, graphs, charts, overheads, display graphics, etc., from rough sketches and instructions.Checks accuracy of design information when provided (i.E. pipe lengths, grades, inverts, etc.).Occasionally carries out preliminary site investigations.Incorporates field survey data into drawings.Plots from legal plans or metes and bounds descriptions.Occasionally assists other geomatics staff with survey collection using GPS or total station.



Liaises and works cooperatively with contractors, consultants, government agencies, utility companies, suppliers, prints shops and the public.Researches materials, pipe fittings, etc. for dimensions and clearances and creates material summariesAssists with developing standards for survey pick-up for use when downloaded into AutoCAD Civil 3D software and liaises with surveyors to ensure these standards are adhered to.Develops standards and sets parameters within AutoCAD Civil 3D software to set up digital files to achieve accurate volume calculations, cross sections, profiles, road/site designs, etc.Follows all policies, procedures and standards of the CRDPerforms other related duties as required.Additional InformationNoneKey Skills & AbilitiesExcellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and customer service skills are required.Proficiency with AutoCad Civil 3D, AutoCAD Recap, MS PowerPoint, MS Word, plotters, printers, scanners, photocopiers, fax machines, e-mail, etc.Working knowledge of civil, structural, mechanical engineering construction materials/practices and engineering drafting practices, standards, techniques and theories.Knowledge of survey theories and practices including GPS systems and total stations.Knowledge of civil design pertaining to buildings, sewer, water, roads, and drainage.Ability to use personal initiative, judgement and knowledge in determining techniques, selecting presentation methods while consistently producing high quality design projectsAbility to produce drawings that communicate the desired information in a transparent and concise wayQualificationsDiploma in a related disciplineA minimum of 6 years' progressively responsible experienceAn equivalent combination of education and experienceCertificationsRegistration with the Applied Science Technologist and Technicians of British ColumbiaValid BC Driver's Licence#J-18808-Ljbffr

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