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Engineering Information ClerkCompetition No: 2026-209Duration: Regular Full TimeSalary: $32.88 - 34.25 - 35.61 - 37.09 - 38.65/hourSchedule: 80 hours bi-weekly; Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM - 3:30 PMSpecial Notes: Subject to Note ?V? of Schedule ?B? of the CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective AgreementLast Updated: 8/26/26This position works in the Public Works - Administration organizational unit. This is engineering, utilities information and clerical work, supplying information in response to requests from various municipal and public sources as well as providing responses to customer service inquiries. An incumbent gathers records of utilities such as sanitary and storm sewers and water supply lines, and provides information to Municipal Superintendents, Forepersons, Engineers, contractors, builders, and the general public. Other responsibilities include the maintenance of electronic records for storm, sanitary, water, and roads infrastructure assets, including customer service and work order records in both Infor Public Sector (Hansen) and SAP PM; maintenance of condition records from inspections provided by field staff and of assets to address references via a map interface. An Engineering Information Clerk answers information requests through a variety of different methods, including phone and email; distributes departmental incoming and outgoing mail as well as performs general typing tasks. Performs related work as required.Qualifications include completion of Grade 12 plus general office, recordkeeping and public contact experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Considerable knowledge of departmental policies and procedures related to the work; knowledge of filing, recordkeeping, office practices and procedures and of elementary survey, drafting and engineering practices. An incumbent will have the ability to make routine decisions according to established policies and procedures; to maintain a limited variety of records accurately and efficiently; to deal tactfully, courteously, and effectively with the public and Municipal personnel at the counter or by telephone when answering enquiries, forwarding information or explaining department rules and regulations. Ability to use related software applications including databases, spreadsheets, and word processing applications as well as other related equipment. A Driver's Licence for the Province of British Columbia is required.Clause 6 Application of Seniority:Appointments to regular full time, temporary full time, regular part time and temporary part time positions shall be determined by seniority as defined by the greatest length of service in the specific posted job. These appointments shall be subject to the successful passing of the skill test(s) applicable to the classification, that they are not currently subject to a performance management plan, and have no discipline or recorded safety infractions in the previous eighteen (18) months. First consideration will be given to internal applicants (Clause 6 Application) and then open to external applicants.Please apply online by September 4, 2026. Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contactedApply to this positionEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERVisit us at www.burnaby.caWe respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx?wú7mesh (Squamish), s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh), and k?ik?????m Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations who Location Burnaby , BC Work location On site Salary $ 32.88 HOUR hourly Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time Starts as soon as possible vacancies 1 vacancy Source CivicJobs.ca #115739 Various locations Burnaby, BC
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.
