Storm Drainage Technologist
Req ID: 27783
Vacancy Type: 1 Temporary (up to 18 months), 1 Permanent
Number of Positions: 2
Closing Date: 03/20/2026
Job Summary
The stormwater drainage system is one of the largest asset classes in the City of Mississauga and includes a variety of stormwater management facilities, erosion control works, storm sewer outfalls, etc. As part of the City of Mississauga’s Stormwater Assets & Programming team, you will be responsible for performing technical duties in support of asset management, program delivery and capital planning, primarily focused on field assessment and the collection and maintenance of stormwater asset data critical to making informed lifecycle decisions (e.g. maintenance and capital works).
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Manager of Stormwater Assets & Programming and with functional direction from Stormwater Drainage Coordinators, the successful candidates will be responsible for:
- Leading the completion of stormwater field assessment programs for a variety of stormwater infrastructure including creeks, ponds, outfalls, water quality sampling, etc.
- Preparing detailed inspection reports including photos and mapping and investigation of stormwater inquiries to document conditions
- Preparation of work requests (in Infor) and liaise/coordinate with Works Operations & Maintenance division to track work progress
- Support the recruitment of seasonal staff (e.g. co op students) and training to deliver field assessment programs; support delivery of Health & Safety practices and maintenance of field equipment
- Organize and support the maintenance of various asset inventory databases (e.g. Excel, Access, GIS tools, Infor Public Sector)
- Utilize GIS tools to prepare and maintain mapping for inspections, capital planning, inventory updates, and prioritize stormwater maintenance activities
- Support Coordinators with resolving service requests in Infor and technical review of internal/external projects
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Skills and Qualifications
- Technical diploma or university degree in the field of Civil, Water Resources or Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or Studies, or related field with technical courses related to the
work or an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience - Minimum of two (2) years experience in engineering field including knowledge of inspection, design, operation and maintenance practices related to drainage infrastructure within a municipal setting or a comparable environment with similar scope, scale and accountability
- Eligible to receive or obtained designation in good standing as a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.)
- Demonstrated asset management knowledge, training and/or certification
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing tasks
- Ability to interpret survey information, engineering drawings, specifications and details of municipal infrastructure (e.g. plans, alignments, cross sections, profiles, grading, topographic, etc.)
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access)
- A valid Class G driver’s license, possession of a clean driving record and have the ability to travel within Mississauga
- Working knowledge of Microstation, AutoCAD or ArcGIS would be an asset
Hourly Rate/Salary: $80,567 – $107,426
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Civic Centre – 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
Work Model: This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring employees to be onsite in the office 3 days per week and allowing remote work for the remaining days. Specific in-office days may be set by the team or department to support collaboration and business needs.
Department/Division/Section: T&W/Transportation&Works Dept , T&W/Infrast Planning & Eng Serv Div , Environmental Services
Non-Union/Union: Non Union
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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.
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Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please complete the following Accommodation Request Form and have it emailed to recruitment.accommodation@mississauga.ca citing the Job ID and Job Title. This will inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
