Engineering Technologist

Engineering Technologist

Employment Type: Permanent

Competition #: 26/106

Compensation: $76,780.34 - $94,499.34 per year

Closing date: June 15, 2026 10:00 PM (MST)

Work Location: 5 St. Anne Street, St. Albert

About the City of St. Albert

Working at the City of St. Albert means joining a dedicated team that aims to deliver outstanding service to our vibrant community. We pride ourselves on employing a diverse group of employees who each bring unique skills and contribute to delivering exceptional services to our residents. We value collaboration, accountability, respect, and enjoyment in our work each day.

Job Details

The City of St. Albert is recruiting an individual to join our Engineering department as an Engineering Technologist. Reporting to Engineering Development Supervisor, this position will be responsible for supporting the Development Engineering group with on-going and new development of urban infrastructure. The incumbent will be required to work with developers, contractors, builders and consultants in the areas of Development Agreements and Development Permits and ensure that the infrastructure being installed adheres to the Municipal Engineering Standards, City Bylaws, Policies, Procedures, and infrastructure growth plans.

Responsibilities

• Review subdivision and site development plans for compliance with Municipal Engineering Standards and general good engineering practice.
• Perform daily inspections for the installation of standard sewer and water service connections, roads, curbs, gutter and walks.
• Conduct field survey and site inspections to locate structures and verify plan information.
• Respond to and resolve surface drainage, bylaw, and encroachment concerns by reviewing complaints, determining priorities, coordinating follow-up, and supporting compliance with City policies and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with homeowners, builders, consultants, and franchise companies to address easements, lot grading, and drainage issues, while promoting public understanding of bylaw and neighbourhood drainage requirements.
• Participates in the development, review, and revision of City regulations, policies, and standard operating procedures; acts as liaison with City Departments regarding Utility Right of Ways, and permit issuance topics.
• The Technologist ensures that compliance and enforcement relating to surface drainage issues are carried out within the framework of City Bylaws and policies.

Qualifications

• Civil Engineering Diploma, or a related technology program, and certified professional technologist designation (CET) with 3 years' experience in civil design and land development project management.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency using the Microsoft Office suite, internet applications, Adobe Pro, ArcGIS, AutoCAD and POSSE.
• Excellent time management and organization skills, combined with proficient interpersonal and communications skills.
• Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered.

Hours of Work

• We offer a compressed bi-weekly work schedule of 72 hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 – 5:00, with a biweekly regular day off (RDO).
• Benefit from flexible work hours by adjusting your start and end times by 30 or 60 minutes around our core hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Compensation

• The salary ranges from $76,780.34 - $94,499.34 per year, including a comprehensive benefits package with a flexible spending account, pension plan, and accrued paid vacation starting at 3 weeks per year.
• Learn more about our benefits here: Employee Benefits Booklet  
• Candidates not meeting the full qualifications may be considered for a development opportunity at a lower classification and salary.

Why You Should Work With Us

• Eligible to apply for a Hybrid Remote Work arrangement, with a minimum of 51% of work time spent onsite and the remainder worked remotely. Employees are eligible to participate in this program after 3 months of employment, subject to satisfactory performance.
• You will receive a Flexible Spending Account limit at the beginning of each calendar year (permanent full time $400 and permanent part time $200).
• Employees can purchase an annual Recreation Access Pass for $87 + tax, granting unlimited access to Servus Credit Union Place (excluding PLAYcare and registered programs), Fountain Park Recreation Centre, and Grosvenor Outdoor Pool.

Conditions of Employment

• The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials.
• The successful applicant will be required to obtain a satisfactory police information check.
• Please note that the presence of charges or convictions does not automatically preclude an individual from being considered for employment. All findings will be reviewed and assessed in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position.
• A valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s Licence and access to a personal vehicle for business use are required.

Application Information

• If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a cover letter and resume via our City of St. Albert employment opportunities site stalbert.ca/employment. Applications will only be accepted to 10:00 p.m. (Mountain Time Zone) on closing date.
• This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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The City of St. Albert is committed to creating and fostering a diverse workforce where all are welcome and we find a common purpose and strength in our differences. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, including those from members of groups that are historically or continue to be underrepresented.

We respectfully acknowledge that we are on Treaty 6 territory, traditional lands of First Nations and Métis peoples. As treaty People, Indigenous and non-Indigenous, we share the responsibility for stewardship of this beautiful land.