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Job Posting Details

Job Title:  INFRASTRUCTURE PLANNING ASSISTANT - CO-OP
Posting Start Date:  7/31/26

INFRASTRUCTURE PLANNING ASSISTANT - CO-OP

PUBLIC WORKS AND ENGINEERING – CAPITAL WORKS

POSTING DATE: July 31, 2026

CLOSING DATE:  August 07, 2026

WORK TERM: September 8, 2026 to December 22, 2026

WORK LOCATION: Williams Parkway Operation Centre

HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours per week

SALARY: $21.87 / $22.27 / $24.04 / $26.20 per hour (based on the number of academic terms completed. Subject to change.)

Notice to Internal Applicants: To ensure your application is processed as internal, please submit your application using your City of Brampton work email address

Position Summary:

 

Reporting to the Supervisor, Surveys & Technical Support Services, the Co-op Student will assist in planning, updating, and maintaining spatial infrastructure data to support asset management and operational needs. This position provides hands-on experience working with geospatial data and municipal infrastructure systems. Training and guidance will be provided throughout the term.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the creation and maintenance of infrastructure asset data using ESRI GIS tools.
  • Update infrastructure attributes using engineering drawings and relevant source documentation.
  • Support the preparation and updating of operational maps to assist with infrastructure maintenance planning.
  • Conduct data entry and quality control checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of records.
  • Escalate data issues or concerns to the immediate supervisor for follow-up.
  • Deliver excellent customer service and collaborate effectively with internal departments.
  • Adhere to all Corporate Policies and Procedures, including Confidentiality Guidelines, Emergency Protocols, and Health and Safety Standards.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

  • Completion of Grade 12 (High School Diploma) or equivalent.
  • Currently enrolled in Civil Engineering, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or related post-secondary co-op program.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Experience with ESRI GIS software, spatial databases, and relational database management is considered an asset
  • Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities skills
  • Preference will be given to students that have a permanent residency in Brampton

Additional Information

**This job posting is not for an existing vacancy. It is intended to create a candidate pool for future opportunities or to fill ongoing vacancies. 

**Preference will be given to students that have a permanent residency in Brampton.Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria. 

**Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

 Interview: Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology.

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online by clicking the apply now button by (08/07/2026) and complete the attached questionnaire. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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