You will be responsible for assisting our electricians to maintain asset management records and develop signal timing plans for 88 traffic signals and managing more than 8000 streetlights. Experience in developing traffic simulations, signal timing plans, and street lighting models is an asset. Your experience will have prepared you to investigate and respond to a wide variety of concerns from the travelling public and you treat each one with respect and courtesy. Your background also includes providing encouragement and occasional guidance to junior staff to assist their learning and professional development.
As Saanich grows, we need your help to ensure proposed housing developments are aligned with our Active Transportation and Road Safety Action plans. Your role will review development applications, including parking and traffic impact assessments, to ensure appropriate infrastructure is delivered alongside new developments, and you will draft technical memos recommending any modifications consistent with legislation and planning documents.
Requirements of the position include a two year diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution, a minimum of 5 years of directly related experience, and eligibility for registration as an AScT with Applied Science Technologists and Technicians BC. You also need to have a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License. Your computer skills are strong and up to date, with experience in AutoCAD, Excel, Synchro and ArcGIS Pro. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered, such as a university degree in a relevant field of engineering with a minimum of 3 years work experience.
Our regular hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (35 hours per week). A 5-5-4 compressed work schedule is available to give every 3rd Monday or Friday off upon completion of a probationary period. If this sounds interesting and you have the skills and experience we are looking for click the link and submit your application.
This is a C.U.P.E. Local 2011 position with a wage of $48.10 per hour and an excellent benefits package. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca. Please apply by 11:45 p.m. on MONDAY, MAY 26, 2025 quoting competition 25130. As a component of the selection process, testing will be conducted. We thank all applicants for applying. Only those under consideration will be contacted.
The District of Saanich is recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2025. As an equitable and inclusive employer, we value diversity of people to best represent the community we serve and provide excellent services to our citizens. We strive to attract and retain passionate and talented individuals of all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences. If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact in confidence accessibilityHR@saanich.ca.
