Engineering Assistant (Intern)

Engineering Assistant (Intern)Posting Id 2941
Number of Positions 1
Department Infrastructure and Engineering Services
Division Infrastructure Planning and Development Engineering
Shift Monday to Friday
Rate of Pay $19.70 – $22.70 Hourly
Job Length/End Date 4 months (May 5 – August 29)
Job Type Temporary Full Time
Posting Type Internal and External
Posting Date 03/31/2025
Application Deadline 04/13/2025Position SummaryReporting to the Manager Engineering Site Plans and Site Alterations, you will assist in providing technical support to the Infrastructure and Engineering Services Department – Infrastructure Planning and Development Engineering Division, on various types of land development applications and municipal infrastructure design.Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesDuties may include, but are not limited to the following activities:

• Assist with the engineering plan review and the processing of development applications (site plans, severances, minor variances)
• Conduct site inspections and fieldwork assessments (pre and post development construction)
• Investigate and track complaints on project and construction related activities
• Liaise with applicants, contractors and internal departments on development applications
• Create/update CAD drawing for City Standards
• Perform calculations and queries in a spreadsheet and database environment
• Assist in the research of emerging trends and industry practices associated with high-rise construction andsustainable land development
• Maintain files and correspondence on active and completed projects
• Other administrative duties as required

Education and ExperienceEnrollment in a Civil Engineering Technology program or a related disciplineRequired Skills/Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of municipal engineering design principles and construction methods
• Ability to analyze and read municipal engineering drawings with a good understanding of municipal infrastructure (i.e.; watermain, wastewater, storm sewer, roads, etc.)
• Proficient in AutoCAD, spreadsheet, database and word processing applications
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in an interactive team environment
• You demonstrate Richmond Hill’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service
• Possess a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and have access to a vehicle for use on corporate business (mileage compensated)
• You will be required to provide proof of vehicle insurance upon hire
• Possess your own CSA certified steel toe safety boots for fieldwork

Leadership Competencies

• Builds people and culture
• Cultivates open communication
• Demonstrates personal leadership
• Navigates and leads through complexity and change
• Shapes the future

Attention Internal Candidates: All current City of Richmond Hill employees are required to apply via the ‘ ‘ link on the .We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.The City of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.

City of Richmond Hill

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