Technician – Underground Electrical Distribution Network
Purpose of position
The work consists of carrying out various technical tasks related to the design and development of projects in the following fields: construction or modification of utilities and services (particularly manholes, bases for lighting and traffic lights and duct banks) and modification of various structures.
Qualifications
- The job requires a diploma of specialized technical college studies (DEC) in the appropriate sector and profile, or the equivalent;
- Holds the ASP Construction card;
- A valid driver’s license.
Experience
- The job requires two (2) to less than three (3) years of experience in urban infrastructure.
Main Responsibilities
- Takes or monitors the taking of samples of soil, bedrock, aggregate, concrete, steel, wood and any other material used in the construction of infrastructure; have them assessed for quality and ensure follow-up by the external laboratory;
- Ensures compliance with specifications, technical and safety standards on worksites;
- Conducts research in various files, notebooks and notes; consults existing plans; consults official cadastres, street reference maps supplied by City surveyors and other documents or files required for his/her work;
- Controls work or projects carried out under management or contract by public utilities; ensures that they are carried out in accordance with approved plans, specifications, clauses in tender documents, regulations, etc.; coordinates work supervision, as needed.
- Uses a variety of office equipment, as needed, to perform certain job-related tasks, using appropriate programming;
- Prepares plans, specifications and estimates required for projects.
Job Profile
Essential Knowledge
- Of computer-aided design software (AutoCad);
- Of soils, their properties, and characteristics;
- Of roads;
- Of concrete frames;
- Of construction machinery and tools.
Abilities and Skill
- To use tools and instruments specific to the employment field;
- To perform complex calculations;
- To prepare, read and interpret plans, specifications, and tender documents;
- To make cost estimates;
- To apply codes and regulations specific to the field of employment;
- To demonstrate tact and courtesy;
- To coordinate and supervise the work of employees;
- To carry out analysis work;
- To consult reference documents in English.