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Right-of-Way Activity (ROWA) Technician Co-op StudentCity of Barrie • Operations Center, 165 Ferndale Drive North, Barrie, Ontario
Right-of-Way Activity (ROWA) Technician Co-op Student

Right-of-Way Activity (ROWA) Technician Co-op Student

City of Barrie • Operations Center, 165 Ferndale Drive North, Barrie, Ontario
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Right-of-Way Activity (ROWA) Technician Co-op Student

Co-op Student

  • Barrie, Ontario

Apply Now Posting Number : COOP -26-16

Job Type : Co-op,  Full-time, Up to 8 Months, Union

Salary Range : $17.60 to $23.82 per hour

Posted : Wednesday, February 4, 2026 Application Deadline : Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 11 : 59 pm The Opportunity The Traffic Services Branch is within the Development Services Department. This branch is responsible for traffic administration, roadway illumination, roadway traffic signage, project signing, traffic control signals, pavement markings, traffic safety and guide rails and railway crossing maintenance. This branch also administers the annual traffic calming program (i.e., speed cushions), and reviews the collision database for all reported collisions in Barrie. In addition to traffic duties, this branch is also responsible for all Right-of-Way activities, including issuing municipal consents and Right-of-Way Activity permits, conducting Right-of-Way Activity inspections where required, and taking charge of the City's Graffiti Abatement Program. The Corporation of the City of Barrie has a work experience placement opportunity for a student currently enrolled in an Advanced College Program to assist in the Traffic Services Branch. The successful applicant to this position will perform and / or assist with the following tasks :

  • Assist in the review and approval of right of way activity permit applications to ensure the protections of municipal infrastructure, including concrete, asphalt, sewers and boulevards
  • Assist in the review and approval of Municipal Consent applications related to third party utilities
  • Review traffic protection plans and detour routes to ensure they are in accordance with OTM Book 7 and support the City’s transportation network
  • Assist with the coordination of special event road closures with the Community Events Coordinator, Barrie Transit, Emergency Services, and all other parties involved in the event
  • Assist in the review and approval of restaurant patio right of way activity permits as they relate to the Downtown Patio Program
  • Our Culture and Qualifications of the Job Corporate Culture : Your workplace values align with our corporate values of Strive, Share and Care and you want to join us in providing exceptional services and programs to build a prosperous, growing and sustainable community. Equally important to what we do is how we do it - your actions reflect our core accountabilities of Personal Awareness, Teamwork and Collaboration, Respect and Inclusion, Innovation, and Service Excellence, which define how we work together to succeed. Education (degree / diploma / certifications)

  • Currently enrolled in a recognized College or University Co-op program, preferably in Civil Engineering Technology or a closely related Civil program
  • Completed at least one (1) year of a related post-secondary program at a recognized College or University
  • Knowledge / Skill / Ability

  • Basic engineering and plan review skills
  • Strong computer skills, including a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
  • Well-organized self-starter with the ability to work well without close supervision
  • Conditions of Employment

  • Valid Ontario Class “G” Drivers Licence in good standing, with reliable vehicle to use on corporate business (travel reimbursement will be provided)
  • CSA-approved safety footwear in good condition
  • Satisfactory Criminal Record Check

  • Please note that this is a requirement for any new employees to the City of Barrie in accordance with the  Police Record Check Policy . Existing employees who have met this criteria will be exempt from this requirement. Location :  Operations Center, 165 Ferndale Drive North, Barrie, Ontario Hours : The normal hours of work are 40 hours per week in accordance with the Collective Agreement Wage : $17.60 to $23.82 per hour What We Offer : This position includes optional enrollment in the OMERS Primary pension plan, prorated paid sick time based on the expected duration of employment and in accordance with the Employment Standards Act, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), discounted rates for City Fitness Memberships and Transit Passes, and access to the Perkopolis Perks program, which provides exclusive access to discounts on a wide range of products and services available to all City employees. How to Apply : Click the ‘ Apply Now ’ button at the top and / or bottom of the job posting to start the application process. Please note that emailed applications will not be considered.
  • Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

    Why Barrie? The City of Barrie is a vibrant, progressive, and growing community with deep connections to our heritage, to nature and to the opportunities surrounding us. Our community values quality of life; the ability to play year-round with 300 hectares of park space, our beautiful waterfront, our lively downtown core and the nearby hills, wetlands, and forests. We also value connections; to our neighbours and the community, to our road and rail network, and to the opportunity Barrie provides to enjoy life. Everything Barrie has to offer, from the water we drink to the roads we travel on, has one thing in common - municipal workers. Joining a municipality is one of the most rewarding, engaging, and exciting careers you could choose. It is a career you can take pride in knowing that every day you make a positive impact on an entire community. We are one team, with one goal and we all work together to continue making our community great. The City of Barrie is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices and we will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if you require Code-protected accommodation and we will work with you to meet your needs. Apply Now

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