Summer Student - Engineering Student II, 40hrs
Requisition ID: 15975
Department: Planning, Development and Building Services, Infrastructure and Water Services
Multiple Positions
Salary Information: $17.871 - $17.871 per hour (2025 rates of pay)
Affiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside
City: Ottawa, ON
Job Category: Summer Student Recruitment
Application Close: 28/02/2025
JOB SUMMARY
You assist the supervisor or designate in performing the following intermediate level engineering functions as required, including:
- Conducting engineering fieldwork including conducting visual surveys, collecting data, taking photographs
- Monitoring construction operations
- Conducting general construction site office duties
- Maintaining quality and quantity control of contract materials
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Post-Secondary Student (completion of first year college or university) mechanical, chemical, environmental or electrical engineering, architectural or civil/structural engineering program with a strong computer applications background
Minimum of 1 year but less than 2 years of related experience is required. Relevant work experience required. Experience in Engineering environment will be considered an asset.
KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of project management principles and phases/life cycles of projects, related systems applications and data management tools
- Knowledge of aspects of the construction project management and administration process
- Intermediate level of knowledge of engineering theories, techniques, and procedures or higher mathematics
- Intermediate level competency in writing and testing computer programs
- Intermediate level working knowledge of a variety of computer software which may include Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access and Foxpro, MapInfo, ITX, Oracle, ArcView, AutoCAD, Microstation 95, data communication protocols, graphics programs, statistical analysis programs, Aperture, SPAN, and IMA7, etc.
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to conduct engineering fieldwork and drafting.
- Ability to read engineering plans and specifications, and reports
- Ability to read or prepare designs and/or technical drawings
- Ability to perform complex calculations including quantity calculations
- Ability to work with sensitive process and analytical instruments
- Ability to work in an office setting within a technical work environment
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, including participating in meetings, presentations, and interacting with the public
- Ability to operate a plotter, engineering copier, etc.
- Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision
- Ability to recognize process problems to prevent the need for costly repairs
- Ability and willingness to work outdoors and on construction sites
- Ability to operate cars and small trucks
- Ability to operate power hand tools.
- Strong analytical skills and sound judgment
- Ability to prioritize and work independently
- Students must supply own CSA-approved, green patch safety work boots.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: Various language requirements, locations may require English only, French only OR Bilingual competencies. Some positions require English oral, reading, and writing. Some positions required French oral, reading and writing.
- Police Record Check Requirement: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.
- Driver’s License Requirement: A valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated
- Students must supply own CSA-approved, green patch safety work boots
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.
The City of Ottawa provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the HR Service Centre at 613-580-2424, extension 47411.