2026-43 Engineering Technologist at City of Selkirk

Position Details

Step 1: $35.98

Step 2: $36.70

Step 3: $37.43

Hours of Work: 40 hours/week

Employment Type: Permanent

Located 20 minutes from Winnipeg, Selkirk is a vibrant small city with a hometown feel. Our close-knit community loves to celebrate, learn and explore in the company of good neighbours. All through the year, there are many opportunities to enjoy local talent, learn about our past and seek out new interests.

The Opportunity

Under the general direction of the Director of Operations is responsible for all surveying activities and drafting duties regarding municipal infrastructure works for the Department of Operations and the Corporation.

Job Duties

Engineering Technology/Surveying

Maintain, update and revise existing plans, drawings and records for the City.

Provide relevant information regarding City Infrastructure to Engineering Consultants, contractors, utility companies, general public and other City Departments.

Conduct preliminary surveys, line surveys, cross sections, topographic surveys and all other surveys required by the Corporation.

Prepare sketch plans and technical drawings from field notes and existing data.

Prepare pre-design, design drawings and as built drawings for Director’s / Manager’s review; and Council and general public presentation.

Oversee the construction of capital projects relevant to the Operations Department or as directed.

Prepare charts, graphs and diagrams for publications, reports, and budgets.

Design roads, streets, sidewalks, curbing, underground utilities, surface drainage systems and other associated land features.

Set all grade levels and elevations pertaining to building construction and lot drainage.

Prepare estimates for the purposes of capital projects and maintenance projects.

Supervise surveying and drafting summer season assistant.

2. Asset Management

Ensure the City’s Asset Registry and other asset data is kept current by performing data collection and maintenance functions as required.

Understand and comply with the City’s Capital Asset Management policies.

Support the development and delivery of the City ‘s Capital Asset Management Program by providing professional advice, conducting research, and undertaking related tasks as needed.

Maintain a superior understanding of asset management practices and stay current with trends and developments in that field.

3. Provide support services within the City of Selkirk Emergency Plan in the event of an emergency as required.

4. Provide support and training to other employees as required.

5. Perform other related duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications/Minimum Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Grade 12 Education

Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent related education and experience

Possession of a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver's License

Ability to perform computer assisted drafting (AUTOCad)

Ability to perform surveying with the following: Total Station, GPS, Transit & Level

Ability to express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing

1 - 2 years current experience in Municipal Engineering

Demonstrated competence in computer word processing and basic data base management.

Must be physically able to perform all the labouring aspects or other duties associated with the position.

Comments

Visit our website https://www.myselkirk.ca/ to apply online via our Career Connecter website. Applicants will need to create a profile and submit an application for consideration.

This is a Full-time Permanent Unionized position open to all applicants. Preference will be given to established (as outlined in the Collective Agreement) members of CUPE Local 336. Applications will be accepted until August 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM.

The City of Selkirk is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an inclusive work environment. Applicants who require accommodation during the hiring process are encouraged to contact the City’s Human Resources Division.

Thank you to all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

NOTE: Employees will be required to adhere to the City’s Vaccination Policy.

Company

City of Selkirk

Location

Operations

Closing Date

Aug 04, 2026 04:00 PM