Engineering Assistant III

Requisition ID: 42977 

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

Main Purpose and Function

The Landfill GIS Engineering Assistant supports the development, maintenance, and enhancement of Transfer & Landfill asset management datasets. This role supports technology products, including GIS applications, reports, and data visualizations, used for analysis, operations and maintenance planning and execution, and other tasks related to effective management of Transfer & Landfill assets over their lifecycle. This position reviews existing and new engineering design and as-built documents to digitize asset datasets through data entry, compiling, editing spatial, geographic, and non-spatial data into various databases.

The position reports to the Operational Technology, Program Lead in Solid Waste Services and receives technical support from the TLO Landfill Engineering Senior Engineer. This position works closely with Transfer & Landfill Operations staff, Solid Waste Services Operational Technology Team, and Technology Services teams including GIS and Data & Analytics.

Specific Duties/Responsibilities

• Identifies and responds to data needs and performs moderately complex data analysis related to Transfer & Landfill asset management, lifecycle costs and asset performance to support decision making. Data may relate to infrastructure design, construction and maintenance, leachate, gas, water, sewer, drainage, streets, electrical assets, rainfall patterns, water quality or other related records.
• Manages, analyzes and presents geospatial data using GIS software such as ESRI ArcGIS. Creates maps, graphics, and presentations for internal use, website content, and internal communication.
• Interprets engineering drawings and work packages; verifies technical information and documents field observations in corresponding datasets.
• Liaises with consultants, contractors, engineers, other professionals, and stakeholders to confirm drawing and asset details and interpretation.
• Updates the digital twin in GIS system linkages that enable VanMap, HANSEN and related applications.
• Supports Transfer & Landfill Operations branch with general mapping needs, as required
• Organizes and sometimes leads meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Performs general administrative duties including data entry, taking meeting minutes, taking and organizing documents.
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education and Experience:

Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by technical courses in engineering, geographic information systems (GIS) or others related to the work such as planning, urban studies, sustainability, engineering technology, environmental studies, or related field, plus considerable related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) (eg: ArcGIS Pro)
• Working knowledge of engineering mathematics and familiarity with elementary engineering practices
• Working knowledge of database Management and Administration (eg: SQL Server, Oracle, Access)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Asset Management software (Hansen)
• Ability to conduct reporting & Data Visualization (eg. Excel pivot tables, graphs, maps, status report)
• Ability to conduct Data entry
• Ability to read and interpret various types of complex engineering drawings, plans, and specifications related to buildings and infrastructure.
• Ability to conduct research, collect and analyze data, performing field studies and providing technical, communications
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Ability to problem solve and use analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and to provide support and advice while functioning effectively in a team environment
• Ability to meet transportation requirements.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: June 2025 

Position End Date: October 2026 

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-021: $37.2 to $43.78 per hour

Application Close: August 28, 2025

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion. 

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