Company Description
Merritt B.C. is nestled in the stunning Nicola Valley, surrounded by a spectacular sprawling rugged landscape at the hub of the Coquihalla highway mountain pass. Merritt is a small, caring and resilient city featuring an abundance of outdoor recreation and leisure amenities to keep the whole family entertained, big-city amenities and short commutes.
The City of Merritt's strategic orientation is to grow as a progressive, attractive, economically viable, socially responsible and environmentally sustainable city. Our strength comes from our skilled and dedicated employees and commitment to our values. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to the community we serve.
Job Description
The City of Merritt has an opportunity for an Engineering Technologist to join our team. In this role, you will coordinate and inspect municipal capital projects and development activities as they relate to roads, water, wastewater and facilities. You will apply your expertise to review preliminary and detailed design drawing submissions, perform fieldwork such as surveying and handle inspection and enforcement of municipal development infrastructure installations.
As an Engineering Technologist with the City of Merritt, you will collect infrastructure data for the City of Merritt’s GIS system, prepare and/or coordinate municipal infrastructure planning reports, implement detailed analysis of existing and proposed infrastructure and compile and maintain the City’s record drawings and infrastructure reports.
In addition, you will support the Public Works and Planning and Development departments with troubleshooting infrastructure and development-related issues and work collaboratively with other municipal staff and departments.
Qualifications
This role is ideal for a highly motivated individual who is passionate about performing technical functions of a civil engineering nature. The ideal candidate will possess:
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Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology from a recognized educational institution, or equivalent academic training and experience
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Two or more years of experience in civil/municipal engineering field specifically related to project management and contract administration
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Sound experience in the use of MS Office, GIS, AutoCAD and related software
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Experience in water/sewer planning and project delivery is considered an asset
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Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles, terminology, practices and techniques
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Considerable knowledge of legislated civil construction codes and regulations
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Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
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Ability to deal with contractors and consultants in a professional and timely manner
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Ability to interpret and apply City and other bylaws, policies, procedures, engineering design standards and specifications
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Ability to work well as part of a team and independently
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Physical ability to stand and walk frequently throughout the day; occasionally attend and inspect construction sites including climbing in and out of ditches and trenches; ability to work in inclement weather
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A valid BC driver’s license
For new hires and those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, employment is conditional on a satisfactory police information check.
Additional Information
At the City of Merritt, you will find a diverse and forward-thinking team committed to inclusive, collaborative, and innovative approaches to meet challenges, achieve our mission, and make a difference in the community.
This position is within the Cupe local 900 bargaining unit, the rate of pay is: Uncertified Eng Tech $40.29 - Certified Eng Tech $47.26 (2026 rates) per hour. In addition to competitive salaries, the City of Merritt offers a comprehensive benefits for health, vision, dental, group insurance, pension and well-being.
We are actively recruiting for this position. For full consideration, please apply today. The City of Merritt is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting an inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve; we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
This position closes on June 16 2026
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