Engineering Technologist (Utility Coordinator) - Development Services

City of Surrey

Engineering Technologist (Utility Coordinator) - Development Services

As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city—and their careers—forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey. Overview

We are looking to add a customer-focused Utility Coordinator to our Land Development team of passionate and knowledgeable professionals. This is an intermediate technical and administrative position providing support and assistance to senior staff in administrative responsibilities and performing moderately complex technical work related to the completion of a variety of City engineering activities and projects specifically related to processing of requests from external utility agencies (FortisBC, BC Hydro, Telus, Rogers and more) for permits to install works within municipal road allowances. If you are interested in a career with incredible potential for professional and personal growth, we encourage you to keep reading. Employment Status Union - CUPE Local 402 – Regular Full-Time Responsibilities

Coordinate the design, construction, and inspection stages of external utility and test well projects within road allowances. Review designs, detail drawings, specifications and project estimates, and performing field inspections. Process and issue City Road/ROW Permits and Traffic Obstruction Permits. Manage multiple concurrent permits with competing deadlines in a fast-paced municipal environment. Prepare inter-office memos for temporary road closures. Respond to inquiries from staff, contractors, consultants, and the public. Work with internal staff and other City Departments as well as liaise with Consultants, Contractors, Utility Companies, and other agencies. Qualifications

Completion of a one year certificate in a discipline of Engineering Technology relevant to the position from a recognized post-secondary institution with 3 years engineering experience with a demonstrated record of technical knowledge, skills and ability or an equivalent combination of related training and experience; OR Completion of a two year diploma in a discipline of Engineering Technology relevant to the position from a recognized post secondary institution with exposure to relevant engineering work. A demonstrated record of technical knowledge, skills and ability in the relevant areas of engineering. Experience working with or in utilities would be considered an asset. You have a broad range of civil engineering experience and are comfortable in developing solutions to existing problems. You are a team player who thrives in a challenging environment and possess excellent communication skills, both written and oral. A valid and unrestricted driver’s license. Other Information

Pay Steps Hourly Rate (2024) Step 1 — $43.77 Step 2 (6 months) — $45.61 Step 3 (18 months) — $47.52 Step 4 (30 months) — $49.52 This Posting Closes on March 27, 2026. www.surrey.ca/careers

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