Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Engineering and Field Level VII

Surface Treatment Technician

One (1) Regular Position

Expression of interest
One-year temporary assignment

Construction Branch

Moncton 

Who we are

The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers.  Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure has a broad mandate and is committed to maintaining and improving New Brunswick's public infrastructure.  The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure's mission is to contribute to New Brunswick's economy and quality of life by providing and supporting sustainable infrastructure that allows for the safe and efficient movement of people, goods and government services to the public.  Not only is the department responsible for managing over 18,000 kilometers of provincial highways, it also manages the planning, design and construction of hospitals, schools and other government buildings.

What you will do

The Construction Branch manages the Department's highway and bridge construction program which includes oversight of paving, chip seal, culvert, and bridge contracts.  The Branch is also responsible to maintain, develop and implement the various construction specifications, standards, testing procedures, and ensure consistency in their application.

Reporting to the Senior Surface Treatment Technician, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

• supervising surface treatment supervisors and chipseal crew;
• providing technical advice on chipseal contracts;
• planning and coordinating highway surface treatment projects;
• monitoring and forecasting internal chipseal budget.

Work environment:

• Office location during the construction season:  Shediac, NB
• Standard hours of work:   Monday - Friday.
• Extended hours of work frequently required.
• Extensive travel within the province will be required.
• We promote a scent-reduced environment.

Who you are

Key behavioural competencies:

• Analytical Thinking/Judgment
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation

• Ability to Use Office Technology, Software and Applications
• Planning and Organizing Skills

Engineering and Field Level VII:

• A two (2) year post‑secondary diploma in a Civil Engineering Technology program with a minimum of six (6) years of related work experience and a minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience.
• Must be a member, or be eligible for membership, in the New Brunswick Society of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (NBSCETT) or Registered as a Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists with a Canadian regulatory body.
• Valid class 5 driver's license as issued by the Province of New Brunswick.

 Engineering and Field Level VI:

• A two (2) year post‑secondary diploma in a Civil Engineering Technology program with a minimum of six (5) years of related work experience and a minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience.
• Must be a member, or be eligible for membership, in the New Brunswick Society of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (NBSCETT) or Registered as a Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists with a Canadian regulatory body.
• Valid class 5 driver's license as issued by the Province of New Brunswick.

Engineering and Field Level V:

• A two (2) year post‑secondary diploma in a Civil Engineering Technology program with a minimum of four (4) years of related work experience and a minimum of six (6) month supervisory experience.
• Must be a member, or be eligible for membership, in the New Brunswick Society of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (NBSCETT) or Registered as a Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists with a Canadian regulatory body.
• Valid class 5 driver's license as issued by the Province of New Brunswick.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English and French is required.  Please state your language capability.

• Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration.
• Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Please ensure that your preferred language of assessment is identified in your résumé.

Asset Qualifications:

Preference may be given to candidates that demonstrate the following asset:

• skills/experience in surface treatment.

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

• Meaningful work and the opportunity to support New Brunswickers in times of need.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.

Engineering and Field Level VII:  $2,327.00 to $2,932.00 bi-weekly, based on a 36.25 hours per week.

Engineering and Field Level VI:  $2,126,00 to $2,671.00 bi-weekly, based on a 36.25 hours per week.

Engineering and Field Level V:  $1,935.00 to $2,434.00 bi-weekly, based on 36.25 hours per week.

How to apply

We encourage applicants to apply on-line by April 15, 2026, indicating competition number 2026-D45-01.  This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

As per the Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Program contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.

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