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Under the supervision of the assigned Project Engineer in charge, this position monitors and controls the electrical system equipment to ensure its safe and efficient operation and maintains and upgrades all Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitors the electric system for abnormal conditions and promptly takes appropriate action to restore electrical power safely and to return the system to a secure state, following outages or system disturbances.  Promptly reports all matters requiring attention of others to supervisor and appropriate management staff.
• Monitors the electric system and takes appropriate action to ensure that electrical power flows are within the capability of system equipment, that system voltages are within acceptable levels and the system is operating efficiently, which may include the control of power factor or peak demand, economical acquisition of bulk supply and minimizing losses.
• Prepares switching procedures and performs switching via the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system.  Maintains logs of all switching operations and keeps equipment status accurately marked on the system schematics and virtual maps.
• Ensures that the appropriate reports and logs are completed for all power interruptions and component failures.
• Files and distributes SCADA reports.  
• Performs routine backups of the SCADA system computer files and assists with software upgrades.
• Edits the SCADA system database and displays to reflect electrical system changes. Prepares specialized reports and custom control routines. 
• Commissions and troubleshoots SCADA master station and remote terminal unit equipment. 
• Assists with the investigation of customer voltage complaints, the analysis of electrical system operating data and various other studies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements:

• Graduation from a recognized, two-year, post-secondary Electrical Engineering Technology program.
• Eligible for certification as an Applied Science Technologist (A.Sc.T) with the Saskatchewan Applied Science Technologists and Technicians.
• Two years' related experience in an electrical utility, including involvement in system operation.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Knowledge of the theory relating to electrical power systems.
• Knowledge of personal computers and computer programming.
• Ability to perform system power flow and voltage calculations.
• Ability to work effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to provide effective direction to others.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations or conditions.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Mechanical Shop Supervisor, this position maintains and repairs transit vehicles, facilities and shop and service equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Locates and diagnoses equipment defects; maintains and repairs transit vehicles and associated equipment, machinery and buildings in an effective, efficient manner.
• Performs required checks, routines and procedures to assure compliance with transit standards, applicable laws and safety regulations and government vehicle safety inspections.
• Reports observed defects and potential problem areas encountered while performing duties.
• Makes minor repair and replacement decisions in accordance with transit preventive maintenance program.
• Provides reports and other data as required to record properly the work performed and the condition of the vehicle or component.
• Uses tools, shop equipment and materials safely, effectively and economically.
• Provides and participates in on-the-job training as required by maintenance staff to ensure that work is performed in an efficient and safe manner.
• Performs vehicle changeovers in accordance with established procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education.
• Possession of a Saskatchewan Journeyperson Truck and Transport Mechanic or Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Certificate.
• Three (3) years’ journeyperson experience in heavy equipment maintenance.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5A Driver's Licence (1A would be an asset).
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Possession of own tools appropriate for the work.
• Considerable knowledge of methods, procedures, equipment and materials used in transit vehicle repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of air brakes, air control and air systems.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work courteously and effectively with Transit and other civic employees, the public and suppliers.
• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties.
• Ability to successfully pass a mechanical skills assessment. 

Additional Requirements

Hours Of Work:

• Shift work, weekend and statutory holiday work are involved.

*Current Driver’s Abstract and documentation confirming completion of grade 12 and Journeyperson Certification is required with application.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Child Care Supervisor, this position monitors the activities of children, ensuring an environment and atmosphere conducive to safe, enjoyable activity.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitors the activities of children ranging in age from two months to five years, ensuring an environment and atmosphere conducive to safe, enjoyable activity.
• Ensures that the activity area is neat and clean and that the equipment is safe.
• Provides basic activities such as story-telling, crafts and games.
• Performs parental duties such as changing diapers, comforting, as required. 
• Completes attendance sheets and evaluation forms, as required.
• Cleans toys and equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements

• Grade 10 education.
• One year’s related child-care experience.
• Possession of valid recognized CPR and first aid certificates.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Knowledge of current child-care standards and practices.
• Knowledge of first aid practices.
• Ability to deal effectively and tactfully with children, the public and staff.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Requires Security Check

Under the supervision of the Maintenance Manager, this position cleans and maintains buses, buildings, facilities, and equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Cleans interior and exterior of Transit vehicles, buildings, facilities, and equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance tasks on civic buildings, grounds, facilities, and equipment.
• Fuels and services Transit vehicles, including checking fluids, changing tires, and minor adjustments.
• Performs vehicle changeovers in accordance with established procedures
• Record changeovers and defects electronically via Microsoft Forms.
• Assign runs in accordance with daily track sheets via Transit technological software. 
• Operates buses, tow trucks, power mobile equipment, and small trucks, as required.
• Designates or parks vehicles and records locations in accordance with established procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education.
• Successful completion of a relevant mechanical aptitude test.
• Training and/or experience related to fleet maintenance would be an asset.
• Experience in the operation of office equipment including a computer with Windows software and/or Transit technological software.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence.  Must pass the written air brake test within one week after the date of hire and obtain the air brake endorsement within one month after the date of hire.
• Current driver's abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Possession of a valid class 1A Driver’s Licence would be considered an asset
• Successful and efficient completion of the assigned training in accordance with Transit maintenance procedures and practices.
• Possession of own tools appropriate for the work. 
• Knowledge of limitations and safety rules regarding equipment condition.
• Ability to perform the above duties in a safe and efficient manner and according to Department procedures.
• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties.
• Knowledge of limitations and safety rules regarding equipment condition.
• Ability to perform the above duties in an efficient manner and according to Department procedures. Physical ability to perform the assigned duties.
   

Additional Requirements

Shift work, weekend and statutory holiday work are involved.

Under supervision of the Recreation Technician 8 and 10, this position performs lifeguard duties and provides instructional lessons in accordance with the health and safety procedures and standards established and/or adopted by the City of Saskatoon.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides instruction using effective and appropriate teaching methodology and safe participant procedures for aquatic programs.
• Prepares lesson plans for swimming lessons according to instructional standards.
• Completes worksheets, takes attendance, and completes participant progress reports.
• Safeguards public admission and rental group activities and responds to emergency situations according to standards.
• Participates in the in-service training programs established to maintain fitness levels and lifeguard standards.
• Maintains a hazard-free, clean, and safe pool and work area.
• Provides education to participants and the public about safety in and around the water, e.g. bulletin boards, handouts and tours.
• Conducts daily safety checks of play equipment, emergency first aid equipment, and performs daily water tests.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training & Experience Requirements

• Grade 10 education
• Possession of the following valid qualifications:
  • Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Certification (Pool Option), 
  • CPR Level C
  • Red Cross Standard First Aid or Aquatic Emergency Care Award; and
  • Lifesaving Instructor Certification is considered an asset.
  • Six month's related experience instructing and as a lifeguard preferred. 

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

• Knowledge of current lifeguard techniques, including first aid and emergency procedures, and instructional techniques, methods, and practices. 
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, peers, supervisor, and the public. 
• Ability to demonstrate skills and techniques required and maintain fitness level necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with supervisor, staff, and the public. 
• Ability to apply theory to practical learning situations. 
• Ability to evaluate and adjust lesson plans to meet the participant needs.
• Ability to work the assigned, designated participant group.
• Ability to exercise good judgement and provide direction during emergency situations.

Requires Security Check

Additional Requirements

The primary location of the position is at Lawson Civic Center.

Hours of Work: Hours will vary based on availability and operational needs.

This job posting includes screening questions. Please answer the following questions when applying:

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?

Job Summary

Under supervision of the CSR Supervisor, this position processes documents and responds to enquiries related to utility servicing and billing, property taxes, parking tickets and permits, booting and impounding of vehicles, general licences etc.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Receives and processes applications, transfers and disconnection requests for utility services from customers at the counter, by telephone and through correspondence.
• Responds to written, telephone and in-person enquiries regarding property taxes, e.g. levy calculations, legal descriptions, liens and tax certificate processing.
• Responds to written, telephone and in-person customer enquiries and complaints regarding utility billing and related issues, such as Equalized Payment Plan and direct debit.
• Responds to written, telephone and in-person customer enquiries and complaints regarding parking tickets.
• Processes business licence applications, responds to related enquiries, collects fees and issues licences in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Responds to enquiries and complaints related to the Traffic, Animal Control and Noise Bylaws.
• Processes applications for parking permits.
• Assists with the training of new staff, as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a business college 

OR

• Graduation from a one year, post-secondary business related program.  
• Typing speed of 55 words per minute.
• Four years' progressively responsible experience resolving concerns of external customers and processing automated transaction data.
• Knowledge of office principles, procedures and systems.
• Knowledge of business English and arithmetic.
• Knowledge of basic accounting procedures such as bank reconciliation and ledger balancing.
• Ability to work as a team member with minimal supervision.
• Ability to make arithmetic calculations rapidly and accurately.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to interpret various City bylaws and Provincial acts.
• Ability to deal courteously, tactfully and effectively with customers.
• Ability to research, analyse and interpret information in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Ability to solve problems independently.
• Skill in the operation of office equipment, including a computer with Windows software.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Senior Financial Business Partner, this position performs professional accounting duties.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares, or assists with the preparation of financial reports, reconciliations and analysis.
• Acts as a technical resource for the project managers and accounting staff, as required.
• Provides direction, as necessary, to ensure proper accounting processes are completed within the required time-lines.
• Assists with the maintenance of records and reports in the accounting system; analyses actual costs and revenue; reconciles actual costs to estimates, and submits reports, as required.
• Assists with reporting and preparing claims for projects which are cost-shared with senior governments and/or their agencies.
• Reviews, compiles and maintains accounting documentation for the management and approval of contractual commitments.
• Assists with annual audits by preparing supporting documentation packages and answering inquiries from auditors for government funding.
• Assists with the preparation of capital and operating budgets, provides analysis of actual results in comparison to budget and provides annual comparative cost information as required.
• Participates in systems design and implementation and business process reviews, ensuring adequate internal controls are present.
• Establishes and maintains liaison, as directed, with the government funding partners for ad-hoc inquiries, periodic meetings and to solve and rectify problems.
• Assists with the investment reconciliations and reporting.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration or equivalent discipline
• Three years' related experience in analysis, reconciliation and completing claims for government funding and other contractual items. 
• Thorough knowledge of cost accounting and budget procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and present accounting and financial reports.
• Ability to analyse business and technical requirements, processes and data, identify gaps and provide creative solutions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff.
• Ability to direct and support staff to achieve results.
• Ability to negotiate "win-win" agreements by involving stake-holders, dialogue, resolving problems and building consensus.
• Ability to express ideas and concepts effectively, orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated skill in the use of a computer using the Microsoft Office suite. 

Job Summary

Closing Date: 11/22/2024 

This position manages the delivery of parking enforcement and related functions and activities to ensure provision of safe, effective and efficient parking opportunities throughout the City.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, directs and monitors a variety of activities to ensure the provision of efficient and effective parking programs and related enforcement with a "customer service" orientation, including all parking ticketing operations, summons- and subpoena-servicing operations and dispatch centre operations.
• Ensures an effective, consistent, customer-oriented response to parking enforcement through the development of standard operating procedures and the training and direction of staff to educate and instill an understanding of the intent of the Traffic Bylaw. Plays active role in developing and providing customer friendly communications and educational materials to ensure public understanding of bylaws and regulations.
• Contributes to effective public relations with elected officials, the Saskatoon Police Service, civic departments, Business Improvement Districts and other stakeholder organizations, and the public through direct contact and quick, effective responses to specific and general complaints, while ensuring that the regulations are applied consistently to all.
• Resolves recurring problems contributing to violations and conflict with the driving public, merchants and homeowners by analyzing complaints and the results of court cases, reviewing procedures and signage accordingly and making recommendations for signage and bylaw changes.
• Administers bylaws and regulations relating to the section, as well as ensuring staff are kept informed of any pertinent changes.
• Ensures the provision of service using current Parking Enforcement policies, systems and technology including use of an electronic pay parking system and complementary web-based ticketing system.
• Prepares, administers, and audits the annual enforcement operating budget, statistics and reports.
• Oversees the use of technologically advanced equipment and vehicles in the provision of parking enforcement services, including procurement, maintenance of equipment, troubleshooting, managing contracts with 3rd party vendors, arranging for repair and maintenance including warranty work, and providing staff training and mentoring in the use of equipment.
• Monitors and manages the parking enforcement contract and directs work of these contract staff through the contract Supervisors, to ensure enforcement and document delivery service requirements are met.
• Serves as the City representative in court on a weekly basis to testify as to enforcement practices in the issuance of tickets and verify equipment/stations were working when tickets were issued. This work involves, preparation of evidence packages, research, compiling documentation, and reviewing the enforcement process and evidence (photos etc.) specific to the situation to confirm validity of tickets.
• Prepares disclosure packages in a timely manner at the request of the Solicitors office.
• Provides coverage for other parking staff positions as required including the Customer Service Coordinator, Parking Operations Manager and Policy and Permitting Manager. Acts for the Parking Services Manager on occasion, in their absence.
• Provides advice, technical and training support to staff in other Divisions responsible for managing parking enforcement contracts for civic initiatives such as street sweeping or clearing,
• Oversees all requests for ticket reviews (RTR’s) in conjunction with tickets issued in conjunction parking infractions, including providing training and management support for other staff involved in this review process.
• Represent Parking Services on internal committees and provides expertise on potential parking related matters in consideration of a special events, maintenance projects or other internal initiatives which may impact or draw on parking considerations and identifies appropriate processes and mitigating strategies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements

• Graduation from a recognized, two-year, post-secondary program in business, management, engineering, or related discipline.
• One to three years’ progressively responsible related experience.
• Possession of a valid Class 5 Saskatchewan Driver’s Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Thorough knowledge of applicable municipal regulations and bylaws and Provincial legislation.
• Knowledge of, and the ability to use, word-processing, spreadsheet, and database software in a Windows environment.
• Ability to use specialized databases and software to manage programs, and compile and assess information for court purposes, review of tickets, and other customer or staff enquiries.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively the public in difficult situations.
• Ability to supervise and develop subordinates.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with civic staff, civic officials, representatives of other agencies, the business community and the public.