Student, Technologist (Transportation Operations)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assists to administer the roadway maintenance program (e.g., asphalt, storm water management, bridges, noise walls, fences, retaining walls, graffiti removal, vegetation management).
• Performs site inspections to ensure work is completed per contract terms and project plans. Recommends approval of maintenance work and payment.
• Performs conventional surveying for minor construction and roads maintenance projects, and develops design plans for review and approval.
• Trains and supports operations staff with using software systems. Participates in developing draft standards and operating instructions.
• Assists with preparing and launching the winter maintenance program (e.g., calibrating plow trucks, troubleshooting, testing, monitoring salt use).
• Follows up on public complaints regarding damaged infrastructure. Visits sites and meets with requestors to compile information for recommending actions.
• Compiles information and participates in analysis for long range planning and asset management.
• Researches and recommends new technologies and techniques, equipment, and materials. Assists to monitor and evaluate programs.
• Participates in the development of maintenance work schedules and programs. Performs field and method studies and research to determine the most efficient, effective methods for performing maintenance activities.
• Conducts field visits approximately 70% of the time, and works in a standard office environment approximately 30% of the time. Travels between sites/locations daily.
• Exercises precautions to mitigate risks associated with working around/with weather conditions, dust, noise, exhaust, traffic, heavy equipment, roadsides, and construction sites.
• Work is subject to interruptions from staff, contractors, and the public, and deadlines.
• Range of movement is required at field/construction sites (walking, bending, stooping). Regularly carries cans of paint, pylons, road barriers, and signs weighing up to 27 kg/59 lbs (with help over 50 lbs).
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and skills in civil engineering technology as it relates to roads and highways are acquired through current enrolment in a civil engineering technology program.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with policies, procedures, standards and legislation.
• Working knowledge of public works procedures, methods, and equipment.
• Working knowledge of construction or maintenance equipment operation.
• Analytical, research, organization, and problem-solving skills to analyse performance data; research new technologies, equipment, materials, and procedures; and coordinate projects and prioritize work.
• Communication skills to resolve issues with and respond tactfully to inquiries from the public; provide technical guidance to contractors, consultants, and staff; and participate as an effective team member.
• Computer skills using software such as Microsoft Office, Acrobat Reader, GIS software, AutoCAD, and an asset management system.
• Must have a valid G driver's license (or G2 with 3 years of driving experience) and acceptable driving record to operate corporate vehicles.
• Ability to support and demonstrate the Region’s values.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

To be considered for employment as a student, a person must be: registered as a full-time secondary or post-secondary student in an accredited institution, or currently recognized as having full-time status by the academic institution but applying for a school vacation, practicum or work term, or returning to full-time studies in the next academic term. Students who are in their final year of academic study and who are not intending to return to full-time studies are eligible for student employment up until the time they convocate. Students participating in education and retraining programs at the post- secondary level, though not full-time students, are eligible for related student employment opportunities, where appropriate.