Monitoring Technician

Job Description

Division: Utilities and Environment

Department: Saskatoon Water

Term: 1 Permanent Full Time position available.

Closing Date: 02/24/2026

Labour Group: CUPE 59

Posting: 4946

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Infrastructure Engineer, this position administers the Citys flow and pressure monitoring program, including collection and analysis of data and equipment maintenance.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Downloads, inspects, and maintains permanent and temporary water, storm and sanitary monitors.
• Performs statistical reviews of the data collected.
• Prepares an annual report summarizing the activities of the monitoring program as well as annual statistical summaries of flows, pressures or levels for each monitor.
• Prepares detailed statistical and analytical summaries for individual events and monitors, as required.
• Maintains an equipment log for each monitor.
• Maintains a data file library on computers and the MapGuide server.
• Installs and calibrates temporary flow monitors as required, includes flow profiling and assessing the suitability of locations for installing monitors.
• Conducts system assessments and inspections, as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience Requirements:

• Graduation from a recognized, two-year, post secondary civil, instrumentation, water resource or environmental engineering technology program.
• Two years related experience, including one year's experience with depth, pressure and flow monitors and rain gauges.
• Possession of a valid Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver's Licence.
• Current driver's abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Certification, or eligibility for certification, as an Applied Science Technologist with the Saskatchewan Applied Science Technologists and Technicians.

Knowledge, Abilities And Skills:

• Knowledge of the principles and methods of statistical and graphical analysis of data.
• Ability to use a variety of specialized computer software packages.
• Ability to prepare and present statistical and complex reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, staff, representatives of other agencies, and the public.
• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties.
• Skill in the use of a computer with word-processing, database and spreadsheet software.

Additional Requirements

Evening and weekend work are involved.

Weekly Hours: 36.67

Salary Range: $72,362.64 to $79,779.84 CAD per annum (2026 rates)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) "the good life", for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit

Accommodation

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While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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