Rodperson

October 22, 2025

Job Description Section: Construction Services Division: Engineering Services Department: Community Infrastructure Initial Reporting Location: St. Clair Job Status: Limited Casual part time position Estimated Probable Duration: Up to Seven (7) Months (may be extended due to Illness/Injury) Number of Vacancies: 1 Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Inside Unit Hours of Work: Up to 48 hours bi-weekly Shift Work Required: n/a Range of Pay: Group 4 - $26.30 to $30.03 per hour The start date will follow the selection process. This position is not eligible to work remotely. Characteristic Duties: Under the general supervision of the Chief Field Inspector and the day to day direction of the Instrumentperson/Leader or Designate. <ul><li> Take measurements required for street surveys or in staking for purposes of construction.</li><li> Hold level rod at points indicated during street surveys or in setting grades.</li><li> Drive survey stakes.</li><li> Assist in preparation of field book notes and grade sheets required by contractors or Field Inspectors.</li><li> Check or verify errors in instrument work as directed.</li><li> Maintain and clean survey equipment such as instruments, chains and vehicles.</li><li> Perform fill in work as required.</li><li> Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.</li><li> Perform other related duties as required. </li></ul>Qualifications <ul><li> Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education, including Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry and Physics.</li><li> Over one (1) and up to and including two and one half (2½) years of surveying experience.</li><li> Ability to exercise judgement in procedures and methods used.</li><li> Demonstrate interpersonal skills in dealing with the public, staff and outside agencies in a courteous and effective manner.</li><li> Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.</li><li> French verbal and written skills an asset.</li><li> Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.</li><li> Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver's licence, have an acceptable driving record, and personal insurance coverage. </li></ul> Competencies: Competency Library - Level 1 Proficiency How To Apply If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca/jobs to apply online. We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Monday, November 3, 2025. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version. <ul><li>Click on the Apply for Job button.</li><li>Follow the step by step application process.</li><li>Ensure you attached a cover letter and resume. Acceptable file types are:</li><li>.doc</li><li>.docx</li><li>.txt</li><li>.pdf</li><li>.rtf</li><li>Once completed, review your application and click on the Submit button.</li><li>Upon submission of your application, you will get a confirmation on the screen that your application has been successfully submitted. You will also receive an e-mail confirmation to the e-mail address on your profile. </li></ul>All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager. Live outside Canada or new to Canada? The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining a fair, inclusive, and equitable work environment and our City welcomes qualified applicants from anywhere. To learn more about working in Canada, visit this webpage: Applicants Living Outside of Canada (greatersudbury.ca) Contact Us For technical difficulties, issues, questions or accommodations with an application made online email myJOBS@greatersudbury.ca

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