Engineering Internship, Transit Infrastructure
Req ID: 25574
Vacancy Type: Seasonal
Contract Duration: Up to 16 month Contract (May 2025-August 2026)
Number of Positions: 1
Closing Date: 10/25/2024
To be considered for this competition you must be enrolled in a registered co-op program at a Canadian post-secondary institution, and eligible for a Work Term during the specified period. Students must upload proof of enrolment in a co-op program when completing your application.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Supervisor, Transit Infrastructure Management, the successful candidate will conduct transit infrastructure site surveys/inspections, record information in databases and analyze results, review pertinent drawings as related to transit infrastructure at bus stops, terminals and Transitway Stations in Mississauga and surrounding areas in accordance with MiWay's infrastructure standards/specifications and provide internal and external communications for areas of impact. This is a 16-month work term from May 2025 to August 2026.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Organize and conduct infrastructure field surveys.
- Review field conditions and mark out sites for construction of concrete pads and transit infrastructure as per guidelines under supervision.
- Prepare detailed inventories related to transit infrastructure and summarize the information in various methods such as maps, charts, graphs, presentations, and reports.
- Undertake measurements at bus stops that include bus pads, bus markers, shelters, concrete landing pads, bus bays, distances from intersections, GIS locations, etc.
- Maintain accurate notes, records, and sketches to describe and certify work performed.
- Survey bus terminals and record infrastructure information.
- Attend team meetings and update project progress.
- Follow all safety procedures and be aware of changing surroundings.
- Participate in board period changes related to outreach and infrastructure management.
- Enter information into databases and complete various drawings using MicroStation.
- Provide support and assistance to Service Development Section (including Transit Priority, Transit Planning, Scheduling, and Data Management).
- Review Public Utility Coordination Committee (PUCC) and Road Occupancy Permit (ROP) applications.
- Assist with other transit infrastructure initiatives.
- Perform other duties as required.
Skills and Qualifications
- Must have completed 2nd or 3rd year post-secondary education in Civil or Transportation Engineering. Enrollment for the subsequent year is required.
- Must have a valid class G Ontario Driver's Licence and access to a vehicle.
- Strong computer skills in office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe) and MicroStation.
- Proficient in database management and manipulation.
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing tasks.
- Must be able to work in outside conditions normally encountered by a surveyor or construction technician.
- Ability to work flexible hours, as required.
- A Level 2 Criminal Record Search, acceptable to the City of Mississauga, will be required at the successful candidate's own expense.
Hourly Rate/Salary: 19.22 - 22.84
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Semenyk Court
Organization Unit: T&W/Transit Infrastructure Planning
Department/Division/Section: T&W/Transportation&Works Dept , T&W/Mississauga Transit , MT Business Development
Non-Union/Union: Non Union
We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online.
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.
Learn more about the City's commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga 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 Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
