Municipal Technologist
The Role
Municipal Technologist
This is a temporary full-time role at Haldimand County, with an hourly compensation range of $38.208 to $44.230.
The Opportunity
As the Municipal Technologist, you will coordinate contracts, projects, and consultant assignments while providing technical expertise across a wide range of engineering initiatives. You will monitor and inspect capital projects, as well as inspect and approve subdivision construction. In this role, you will conduct project-related surveying and create AutoCAD drawings. You will also prepare project estimates for budget planning purposes and support capital project procurement activities.
The Perks
- Hybrid work options
- EFAP Program
- Defined benefit pension
- Career Growth
- Free parking
- Safe & friendly work culture
Haldimand County
Haldimand County is a single-tier municipality with a dedicated team of professionals committed to delivering exceptional services to our citizens. With a focus on excellence, our county stands as an outstanding place to work and live. By joining our dynamic team, you open the door to a rewarding career where we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees, their families, and the communities we serve.
At Haldimand County, we believe in the Net Better Off philosophy. This means we’re passionate about helping our staff thrive and advance in an equitable workplace.
Job Description
Municipal Technologist, Engineering Services
Vacancy: Yes
Posting #: CUPE-2026-52
Posting Period: November 5 – 18, 2026
Employer Group: CUPE Local 4700 (Haldimand)
Reporting to: Project Manager, Municipal Infrastructure
Grade: 9
Wage Range Hourly: $38.208 - $44.230
Position Status: Temporary Full-Time (Until approximately August 5, 2028)
Work Hours per Week: 40
Location: Cayuga, ON (Haldimand County Administration Building)
Core Competencies
- Interpersonal Communication
- Collaborative Skills
- Project Management
- Self-Direction
Position Summary
The Municipal Technologist will coordinate contracts, projects and consultant assignments, while also providing technical expertise across a wide range of engineering projects. Responsibilities include monitoring and inspecting capital projects, as well as inspecting and approving subdivision construction. This role requires conducting project-related surveying and crating AutoCAD drawings. Additionally, the incumbent will provide project estimates for budgetary purposes and will support Capital Project Procurement activities.
Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills
Education
- High School Grade 12 graduation plus an additional program of over two and up to three years (for example Civil, Construction or Civil Engineering Technology), or equivalent
- CET certification (OACETT member in good standing) is preferred
Experience
- Over three, up to and including four years current related experience including progressive responsibilities in municipal engineering
Or equivalent to the above
Knowledge/Skills
- Demonstrated project management skills in accordance with current accepted principles and practices
- Sound technical knowledge of municipal construction standards and methods
- Solid understanding of policies and legislation relative to responsibilities
- Some knowledge of business processes and financial management methods to assist with the development of project specific budgets
- Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain relations with others including County staff, peers within other organizations, consultants, contractors, agencies / organizations and the public and to resolve project-related complaints / disputes / issues
- Research, analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills to enable the assessment of issues / situations, develop options and make decisions necessary for the effective and efficient management of projects
- Communication skills (listening, writing, verbal) to provide clear direction to those impacted by, involved in / working on projects, to ensure solid understanding of work requirements, work guidelines and to encourage and sustain consensus building to make decisions
- Time management / organization skills to identify priorities, re-arrange work if required to meet identified deadlines
- Valid Ontario Drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle
- Good understanding of municipal government, its operations and services
- Technology Aptitude
- The incumbent must possess intermediate and advanced computer skills for Outlook and at least one of Word / Excel / PowerPoint to ensure their;
- Proven ability to use desktop or department / division specific software packages on their own or combine information from different software packages to get the desired result
- Solid understanding of the software to enable the incumbent to know the best tool to do the job efficiently
- Knowledge to utilize software to develop quality reports, professional looking presentations, publications and/or to develop complex spreadsheets for analysis or presentation of data (including use of formulae)
- Specific experience in computer applications related to municipal engineering such as AutoDesk (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Arc GIS) and ESRI suites, Total Stations surveying and data management would be an asset
- The incumbent must possess intermediate and advanced computer skills for Outlook and at least one of Word / Excel / PowerPoint to ensure their;
Responsibilities
The incumbent is responsible for, but not limited to:
Functional
- Project Support
- Provide project support for the design and implementation of municipal infrastructure projects, through pre-engineering, design and construction administration
- Assist the Project Manager in the management of consultants
- Responsible for some financial control of assigned projects, including related reporting, documentation and preparing payment certificates
- Ensure that detailed records of projects and other work is maintained in an approved record management system that tracks all work carried out such that documentation is readily retrievable
- Assist the Project Manager through preparation of payment certificates, co-ordinating quality assurance testing, field inspections and surveying
- Review, monitor and conduct site inspections in various technical areas including subdivisions, site plans, water and wastewater works, bridges, roads, culverts, etc.
- Constructively contribute to the division and established goals of the division
- Ensure that divisional goals and objectives are always in consideration and achieved by consultants and contractors working on a project
- Provide technical assistance to external agencies, contractors and the public
- Represent the Department and/or Division at relevant meetings
- Provide effective public relations to sustain the positive image of Haldimand County including Class EA meetings, Public Information Centres and specific project meetings, etc.
- Coordinate and negotiate and / or work with staff of other County Departments, Contractors, Provincial Ministries, Federal Departments, Conservation Authorities and other agencies as necessary ensuring clear understanding of the work to be completed and the processes and procedures to do so to result in cost-effective completion of all work
- Practice effective public relations to sustain the positive image of Haldimand County
- Provide positive leadership regarding customer service, peer relationships and personal conduct
- Acts & Legislative Requirements
- Ensure all works are undertaken and constructed to an appropriate standard and in compliance with applicable legislative and regulated requirements
- Review County standard drawings and provide recommendations for revision; develop new standards and specifications for Haldimand County
- Ensure contractors and consultants understand and safely conduct work within applicable acts, regulations, approved County policies and procedures
- Review consultants’ work from a technical perspective to ensure that their designs are complete and meet corporate standards and all terms of reference
- Tender Preparation/Assistance
- Assist in the management of tenders and quotes, both those prepared by consultants, and those prepared by County staff, including the tendering process and tender award
- Provide technical assistance to operational divisions such as tender preparation, regulatory processes and assessments that are broader than the expertise in that department/division
- Prepare and issue correspondence as required
- Supervisory Duties
- Ensure a positive workplace free of intimidation and harassment
- Provide direction and day to day guidance for student employees within the division
- Provide positive leadership regarding customer service, peer relationships and personal conduct
Demonstrate commitment to the Haldimand County Code of Conduct
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the job.
Haldimand County envisions all County staff to possess a high degree of Ethical Behaviour & Professionalism, Political Acumen, Relationship Management, Credibility, Flexibility & Adaptability, Empathy & Compassion, Entrepreneurship, and Customer Service.
Haldimand County is an equal-opportunity employer that strives for inclusivity and belonging for all. Accommodation is available at any stage of the hiring process to applicants with differing abilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at hrhelpdesk@HaldimandCounty.on.ca.
County employees who are interested in applying for this position must complete the EMPLOYEE APPLICATION FORM via the County’s Intranet - FuNK and submit it online with a resume and cover letter by 4:30 p.m. on the last day of this posting.
We thank you for your interest in working for Haldimand County. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
