Temporary Surveyor HELPER Competition No.: Gi-; Summer

TEMPORARY SURVEYOR HELPER Competition No.: GI-2026-01 (Summer Months)

Posting Date:
January 9, 2026
Closing Date:
March 1, 2026

Department:
Engineering
Hours per Week: 35 hours per week
Benefits Entitlement:
No
Pension Entitlement:
Yes – Employer Matched Contributions
Existing Position:
Yes
Salary Level 1: $23.63 – $27.82 (2026)
Union: CUPE Local 434

Under the supervision of the Manager of Engineering, the Surveyor Helper will be responsible for the surveying, design, and data collection for engineering projects.

• Topographic surveys for use in preparation of contract drawings.
• Co‑ordination and data collection for G.I.S.
• Coordinate and assist in the delegation and verification of survey and design works.
• Assist Engineering staff in overseeing the contractor’s work regarding roadwork, storm and sanitary sewers and water mains.
• Perform asphalt, granular ‘A’, granular ‘B’, water leakage tests, and concrete tests.
• Compile daily contract notes on the job site.
• Take necessary measurements for tracking of all unit cost items (i.e. earth excavation, granular etc.) for progress and final payment certificates.
• Make as‑built plans for the contract.
• Flexibility to work overtime as required.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Graduated or currently enrolled in a University recognized by the Professional Engineers of Ontario (P.E.O.) or holding a College diploma in civil engineering.
• Must be proficient in the following: survey and handheld equipment, Total Station, and conventional level and transit.
• Ability to work with deadlines and many multiple tasks in a short period of time.
• Must possess computer skills with experience in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and GIS applications.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• ACI field concrete testing certificate an asset.
• Current WHMIS certificate an asset.

To apply for this position, your cover letter/resume must be received by the Human Resources Department no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date of March 1, 2026.

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The City of Timmins is committed to providing a safe and supportive workplace where diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of how we conduct business. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

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