Draftsperson IV

Job Details

JOB POSTING #:  2023-0498

POSTING PERIOD:  Friday, December 15, 2023 at 8:30 AM to Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 4:30 PM

DEPARTMENT: Parks & Facilities

UNION: CUPE Local 543

JOB CODE: 543173

POSITION STATUS:  Regular Full-Time

GRADE/CLASS:  0.11

# OF POSITIONS: 1

RATE OF PAY: $27.72 - $32.62 per hour         

SHIFT WORK REQ'D:  No

DUTIES:

  • Reporting to the Manager of Parks Development, this position will perform technical drafting services and field inspections. 
  • Drafts, updates and prepares sketches and drawings from engineering, surveying or architectural notes. 
  • Examines closely fine detail using AutoCAD. 
  • May also prepare conceptual drawings for special projects. 
  • Prepares estimates for tenders. 
  • Communicates with consultants and contractors to obtain cost information. 
  • Review projects on an ongoing basis to ensure estimates are being adhered to and oversee the work of the contractors involved. 
  • Performs on-site visual inspections of parks and facilities.  
  • Conducts surveys such as topographic and layout work. 
  • Reduce survey notes and prepare design/drawings from the information collected. 
  • Contacts consultants and contractors to obtain cost information on projects. 
  • Will perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program. 
  • Will perform other related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must have a two (2) year Diploma from a recognized Community College in a Certified Engineering Technologist program or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency;
  • Must have over six (6) months of experience in computer drafting, civil engineering or architectural environment;
  • Must be certified or be eligible for certification as an Engineering Technician with OACETT;
  • Must hold and maintain a current valid and lawful Class ‘G’ Driver’s Licence in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act, for the purpose of operating a City of Windsor vehicle and must provide a driver’s abstract as a condition of employment;
  • Must have an in-depth knowledge of computer applications as applied to architectural or engineering applications including the ability to operate word processing, spreadsheet, database management, power point, photo shop and AutoCAD software;
  • Must be capable of training others in computer applications, working in a team atmosphere and with minimal supervision;
  • The physical demands analysis associated with this job indicates a light level of work

NOTE:

  • Only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged
  • We offer a smoke-free office environment
  • Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.
  • The Corporation of the City of Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Windsor 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 inform the City of Windsor Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.