Technical Class

Responsible supervisory work in the use and care of mechanical equipment. An employee in this class is responsible for ensuring the serviceability and effective use of equipment in a division. Work involves supervising a team of skilled and semi-skilled workers engaged in regular servicing and corrective repair of equipment, keeping records of equipment utilization, and computing cost of the latter. Work is performed with some degree of independence within prescribed guidelines and is reviewed through discussion and reports for adherence to policy and for effectiveness.

Technical and supervisory work assisting in the construction and maintenance of engineering projects. An employee in this class performs important technical work assisting a professional superior in making simple structural designs and layouts, and in inspecting the construction of complex engineering projects by contractors. Work includes the supervision of a few technical assistants and involves indirect supervision over the skilled and semi-skilled workers of contractors. The employee is given greater latitude in making job decisions dependent on his own judgment.

Advanced technical work assisting in the construction and maintenance of engineering projects. An employee in this class performs a variety of increasingly complex technical tasks in connection with the development and maintenance of engineering works. Work involves the supervision of a few subordinates and the inspection of projects awarded to contractors. Instructions are usually in the nature of assignments to projects that are under the supervision of an Engineer or Architect. The employee is allowed some latitude for exercising initiative and judgment within prescribed limits.

Technical work assisting in the construction and maintenance of engineering projects. An employee in this class performs a variety of simple technical tasks in connection with engineering, construction, and maintenance activities. Many of the duties are learned on the job, both in field and office. Emphasis is placed upon accuracy on the development of several technical skills. Assignments are received in detail, and work is reviewed closely during progress and upon completion for accuracy and adherence to instructions.

Responsible technical and supervisory work inspecting electrical installations. An employee in this class supervises the activities of subordinate inspectors engaged in electrical inspection work to determine compliance with electrical codes and standards. Work involves making inspections of electrical installations, allocating inspection work to subordinates, and reviewing and checking their reports on completed assignments. Work is performed under the general supervision of a professional superior who reviews work through discussions and oral and written reports.

Technical work in the inspection of electrical installations. An employee in this class is responsible for making inspections of electrical installations in commercial, industrial, and residential establishments to determine compliance with electrical codes and standards. Work involves inspecting materials and workmanship for conformity with approved plans and contract requirements. Inspections are of a technical nature and require the application of standard trade practices. Duties are assigned daily by a superior officer. Work is performed with some independence and is reviewed through written and oral reports and occasional re-inspections.

Specialised work conducting tests for Drivers’ Permit and Professional Driving Instructor’s licences. An employee in this class conducts theoretical and performance tests for learners applying for a Driver’s Permit and experienced drivers applying for Professional Driving Instructor’s license. Work involves signing and issuing certificates of competency to those qualified and writing reports on results of examinations. Employee receives general, oral or written instructions on changes of policy, but is allowed considerable latitude performing assignments.

Highly technical and supervisory work in the field of draughting. An employee in this class supervises all activities in a drawing office and participates in the performance of advanced drawing office duties. Work involves the preparation of a wide variety of complex final drawings, the supervision of subordinate draughtsmen and printroom operators. Occasionally the employee assists a professional superior in the preparation of sketch designs, specifications and estimates. Assignments are received from supervising professional officers through discussions or correspondence together with design and/or site sketches.

Highly technical work in the field of draughting. An employee in this class uses standard drawing office instruments and materials in the performance of the more technical and complex draughting and related duties in the field of architecture.

Technical work in the field of draughting. An employee in this class uses standard drawing office instruments in the performance of a variety of draughting and related duties. The work involves the preparation of site plans, or working drawings, the enlargement or reduction of drawings to a predetermined scale, and the proper indexing and filing of drawings.