Civil Engineering Co-op/Technical Student - Traffic Engineering

Civil Engineering Co-op/Technical Student - Traffic Engineering

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EMPLOYMENT STATUS

Union - CUPE Local 402 - Temporary Full-Time (8-Month Term)

SCOPE

The Traffic and Road Safety Section within the Transportation Division supports the safe and efficient movement of people and goods on Surrey’s road network, contributing to a sustainable and livable community. This position is within the Traffic Engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain immensely valuable experience with an innovative team of passionate and dedicated transportation professionals. As a junior technical staff member, you will support senior engineering staff with administrative responsibilities and moderate technical work related to a variety of transportation engineering activities and projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform a variety of tasks related to traffic engineering analysis for all modes of transportation, including problem identification, option evaluation, report preparation, and responding to public inquiries.
• Conduct field inspections, undertake technical assessments, and make recommendations related to signage and pavement marking installation, sightlines, road safety, traffic control, traffic calming, and traffic operation, in partnership with other City staff.
• Correspond and interact directly with residents regarding traffic-related inquiries or concerns.
• Support senior staff with technical or administrative duties as required.

The level of responsibility will depend upon the candidate’s aptitude and initiative.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of the first year of a degree program in a related engineering discipline.
• A valid BC driver’s license.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and build positive working relationships.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with engineering staff and the public.
• Experience working in a customer service role is considered an asset.

OTHER INFORMATION

Pay Grade: 21 (Salary adjusted in conjunction of the Letter of Understanding #25 in the CUPE 402 Collective Agreement)

Hourly Rate: $37.91

Year of Completion

Rate of Pay

1st Year (75%)

$30.46

2nd Year (80%)

$32.49

3rd Year (85%)

$34.52

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. This job is an 8-month term and is expected to start January 2027.

Closing Date: November 9, 2026

Civil Engineering Co-op/Technical Student - Traffic Engineering

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