Special Project Technologist
Special Project Technologist
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Job Description
ABOUT US
Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home making it one of the largest regions in Canada and the fastest growing with a population thats expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography which is comprised of about 1800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities is as beautiful interesting and diverse as our government is organized in a twotier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.
WHAT WE OFFER
Consistently named one of Canadas Best Employers by Forbes we offer a collaborative progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace aligned with our vision to create strong caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.
- Defined Benefit Pension Program With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a fulltime employee and includes employermatched contributions.
- Employer of Choice Recognized as the highestranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
- Benefits and Wellness Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employerpaid benefits plan that includes extended health dental and life insurance access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Programand corporate discounts and purchase plans for daytoday products and services.
- Inclusive and Diverse Workforce Were committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential participate freely in society and live with respect dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Sr. Project Manager and under the guidance of a senior staff is responsible for carrying out assignments for specific projects or programs related to the design of traffic control signals and street lighting; conducting activities related to transportation programs or processes; assisting Department users with their business requirements and detailed designs; manipulating business data; producing reports for internal users and external clients; assisting in projects and budgets through process design and construction or quality assurance activities; and providing support in the research design analysis and planning activities of the Branch.
WHAT YOULL BE DOING
- Assists in ensuring that procedures are carried out according to plans specifications and contract standards.
- Provides input and technical support for projects under the direction of Management and/or Senior staff.
- Research and analyses data to determine requirements and provides supporting data for reports as required.
- Documents business process changes/business impact of application modifications.
- Checks and records measurements
- Provides input on business process changes and impact of implementation.
- Liaises with internal and external staff outside agencies contractors and the public on projects and provides technical information as directed.
- Performs other duties as assigned in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
- Successful completion of a threeyear Community College Diploma Program in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering Technology or Electrical.
- Up to one year experience working in a Traffic Control signal and street lighting environment.
- Valid Ontario Class G drivers license and reliable vehicle to use on corporate business.
- Knowledge of applicable guidelines procedures standards and legislation including Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Knowledge of theory principles and practices of program development planning design and construction and Traffic Control signal and street lighting environment and Construction.
- Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including communication innovation teamwork and collaboration and personal ownership.
Employment Type
Contract
