Student, Technologist; Transportation Operations

Student, Technologist (Transportation Operations)

Job Number: 3759
Job Type: Student
Vacancy Reason: Student Opening
Temp Contract Length: 4 Months (May - September 2026)
Location: 100 Maple Grove Rd - Regional Operations Centre
Job Category: Other
Number of Positions: 2
Department: Technical Operations
Division: Transportation Services
Hours of Work: 35
Union: OTHER
Grade: Student Grade 10
Salary Range: $22.98 - $25.53 per hour

About Us! The Region of Waterloo is a thriving, diverse community committed to fostering opportunities for current and future generations. Waterloo Region is part of the Dish with One Spoon wampum, a treaty guiding our commitment to:

• Taking only what we need
• Leaving some for others
• Keeping the dish clean

This agreement underpins our vision, mission, and core value, and reinforces our dedication to meaningful reconciliation and equity. Waterloo Region is home to over 674,000 residents and expected to grow to nearly one million by 2051. Guided by our  Strategic Plan, “Growing with Care,” we prioritize homes for all, climate aligned growth, equitable services and opportunities and a resilient and future ready organization.

Our mission is to provide essential services that enhance the quality of life for all residents, while our core value emphasizes caring for people and the land we share. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in our community.

• Assists to administer the roadway maintenance program (e.g., asphalt, storm water management, bridges, noise walls, fences, retaining walls, graffiti removal, vegetation management).
• Performs site inspections to ensure work is completed per contract terms and project plans. Recommends approval of maintenance work and payment.
• Performs conventional surveying for minor construction and roads maintenance projects, and develops design plans for review and approval.
• Trains and supports operations staff with using software systems. Participates in developing draft standards and operating instructions.
• Assists with preparing and launching the winter maintenance program (e.g., calibrating plow trucks, troubleshooting, testing, monitoring salt use).
• Follows up on public complaints regarding damaged infrastructure. Visits sites and meets with requestors to compile information for recommending actions.
• Compiles information and participates in analysis for long range planning and asset management.
• Researches and recommends new technologies and techniques, equipment, and materials. Assists to monitor and evaluate programs.
• Participates in the development of maintenance work schedules and programs. Performs field and method studies and research to determine the most efficient, effective methods for performing maintenance activities.
• Conducts field visits approximately 70% of the time, and works in a standard office environment approximately 30% of the time. Travels between sites/locations daily.
• Exercises precautions to mitigate risks associated with working around/with weather conditions, dust, noise, exhaust, traffic, heavy equipment, roadsides, and construction sites.
• Work is subject to interruptions from staff, contractors, and the public, and deadlines.
• Range of movement is required at field/construction sites (walking, bending, stooping). Regularly carries cans of paint, pylons, road barriers, and signs weighing up to 27 kg/59 lbs (with help over 50 lbs).
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge and skills in civil engineering technology as it relates to roads and highways are acquired through current enrolment in a civil engineering technology program.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with policies, procedures, standards and legislation.
• Working knowledge of public works procedures, methods, and equipment.
• Working knowledge of construction or maintenance equipment operation.
• Analytical, research, organization, and problem-solving skills to analyse performance data; research new technologies, equipment, materials, and procedures; and coordinate projects and prioritize work.
• Communication skills to resolve issues with and respond tactfully to inquiries from the public;…