Posted 8 days ago
Civil Engineering Co-op/Technical Student - Traffic Engineering
@ City of Surrey
British Columbia
Overview
City of Surrey is hiring a temporary full-time civil engineering co-op or technical student for its Traffic Engineering team within the Transportation Division. The role supports senior engineers with traffic analysis, field inspections, and resident inquiries over an 8-month term starting January 2027, at $37.91 per hour (Pay Grade 21, Year 1 to Year 3 rates of $30.46 to $34.52).
Pay:
$37.91 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Traffic engineering analysis across all transportation modes
- Field inspections and technical assessments of signage, pavement markings and traffic control
- Responding to resident traffic inquiries
- Supporting senior engineering staff
Requirements summary:
- First year completed in a related engineering degree
- Valid BC driver's licence
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Ability to work effectively in a team
- Customer service experience an asset
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-30
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-30
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-02
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Office, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Engineering |
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City of Surrey
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We are one of the fastest growing, culturally diverse cities in Canada. We are a forward thinking, globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. Our combination of entrepreneurial approach, big city resources, and remarkable growth have given us opportunities to build an inclusive and sustainable city where people can live, work and play. Social Media Terms of Use:
- LinkedIn followers
- 41,038
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 2,367
- Reported office locations
- 13450 104 Avenue, Surrey, British Columbia V3T 1V8, CA
- 6651 148 St, Surrey, British Columbia, CA
- 9353 160 St, Surrey, British Columbia, CA
- 2336 166 St, Surrey, British Columbia, CA
- Other recorded names
- City of Surrey
- Specialties
- City Government
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We are one of the fastest growing, culturally diverse cities in Canada. We are a forward thinking, globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. Our combination of entrepreneurial approach, big city resources, and remarkable growth have given us opportunities to build an inclusive and sustainable city where people can live, work and play. Social Media…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Government Administration |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Surrey, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1879 |
| Specialties | City Government |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 18 |
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Overview
As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city and their careers forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.
Employment Status
Union - CUPE Local 402 - Temporary Full-Time (8-Month Term)
Scope
The Traffic and Road Safety Section within the Transportation Division supports the safe and efficient movement of people and goods on Surrey's road network, contributing to a sustainable and livable community. This position is within the Traffic Engineering team.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain immensely valuable experience with an innovative team of passionate and dedicated transportation professionals. As a junior technical staff member, you will support senior engineering staff with administrative responsibilities and moderate technical work related to a variety of transportation engineering activities and projects.
Responsibilities
- Perform a variety of tasks related to traffic engineering analysis for all modes of transportation, including problem identification, option evaluation, report preparation, and responding to public inquiries.
- Conduct field inspections, undertake technical assessments, and make recommendations related to signage and pavement marking installation, sightlines, road safety, traffic control, traffic calming, and traffic operation, in partnership with other City staff.
- Correspond and interact directly with residents regarding traffic-related inquiries or concerns.
- Support senior staff with technical or administrative duties as required.
The level of responsibility will depend upon the candidate's aptitude and initiative.
Qualifications
Successful candidates will have:
- Completion of the first year of a degree program in a related engineering discipline.
- A valid BC driver's license.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team and build positive working relationships.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with engineering staff and the public.
- Experience working in a customer service role is considered an asset.
Other Information
Number of Job Openings: 1
Pay Grade: 21 (Salary adjusted in conjunction of the Letter of Understanding #25 in the CUPE 402 Collective Agreement)
Hourly Rate: $37.91
Year of Completion | Rate of Rate |
|---|---|
Year 1 (75%) | $30.46 |
Year 2 (80%) | $32.49 |
Year 3 (85%) | $34.52 |
This job is an 8-month term and is expected to start January 2027.
Conditions of Employment
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Closing Date
This job will be posted until November 9, 2026.
Our Values
Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community
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