Junior Civil Technologist, Onsite Wastewater Team

Are you ready to apply your technical expertise to projects that protect public health and the environment in rural communities

Were looking for a Civil Engineering Technologist to join our Onsite Wastewater Group within Burnsides Environmental sector. This role is based in our Mississauga office with flexibility to work from other Burnside offices depending on candidate fit. Youll support the delivery of practical field-informed onsite wastewater solutions and play a hands-on role in projects from site investigation through design and regulatory approval.

This is an opportunity to work closely with experienced engineers and technologists on technically complex projects where your contributions directly impact real-world outcomes.

What Youll Be Doing

In this role youll support and contribute to the successful delivery of onsite wastewater and rural servicing projects by:

• Preparing design-ready drawings and technical documentation for septic and small to medium-scale onsite wastewater systems in support of permitting and approvals
• Assisting with and participating in field investigations including test pits site evaluations and construction reviews applying sound judgment and attention to detail
• Translating field data and design concepts into accurate drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Coordinating with engineers fellow technologists clients and regulators to help move projects from concept through approval
• Supporting project schedules and budgets through effective time management and organized work practices
• Reviewing drawings reports and calculations to ensure quality accuracy and compliance with applicable standards
• Contributing to a collaborative team environment and supporting other project needs as required

What Youll Bring

Education & Credentials

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or a related discipline
• Eligibility for or current membership with OACETT
• Valid Ontario drivers licence and access to a reliable vehicle

Technical Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D
• Experience or strong interest in onsite sewage systems and rural wastewater servicing
• Ability to integrate field observations and data into clear accurate designs
• Familiarity with the Ontario Building Code is considered an asset

Youre Likely a Great Fit If You:

• Enjoy applying technical skills to real-world field-driven projects
• Are comfortable balancing office-based design work with field activities
• Communicate clearly and professionally with team members clients and stakeholders
• Take pride in accuracy quality and delivering practical solutions
• Manage your time effectively and take ownership of your deliverables

Salary Range: $60000 - $75000

The final compensation offered will be based on factors such as relevant experience skills internal equity and market conditions.

Position Type: New Position

Why Choose Burnside

Are you interested in working for an employer with a 5-decade track record of building a great reputation both internally with their staff and externally with their clients The Burnside team is a supportive group of colleagues that work together to provide value and service to our clients while extending care to each other. We know that our employees are our greatest asset and thus we strive to provide a positive work/life balance.

We offer:

• A collaborative culture where friendship honesty and respect are part of our core values and practices
• Flexible working hours and office locations including hybrid working opportunities
• A competitive compensation and benefits package
• RRSP company matching plan
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Potential for performance-driven bonusing
• Active social committees
• A welcoming positive and inclusive work environment

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to valuing diversity in the workplace and we welcome resumes from all qualified candidates. Burnside will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the entire recruitment assessment and selection process as required. If you are a person with a disability and require an accommodation during these processes please contact our Human Resources department.

Company Profile More about us:

Founded in 1970 R.J. Burnside & Associates Limited is a growing values-driven Canadian employee-owned led and operated Civil and Environmental Engineering Consulting Firm with over 450 professional technical and support staff. Our consistent commitment towards investing in technology advancements and training in addition to encouraging and promoting professional development has enabled our firm to meet our ongoing and stated goal of continual improvement.

We actively seek to develop relationships with a broad and diversified client base in the Public Private and Indigenous work on a variety of projects throughout Canada with 12 office locations (11 in Ontario and one in Manitoba).

Burnside has expertise in many technical disciplines beyond our core civil engineering focus including air and noise asset management bridges & culverts building sciences environmental planning and ecology GIS hydrogeology land development landscape architecture municipal engineering municipal drainage solid waste stormwater management structures traffic transportation planning and design water and wastewater and well drilling & diagnostics.

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Required Experience:

Junior IC