Utility Worker – District of West Vancouver

UTILITY WORKER – BASIC

(PERMANENT, FULL-TIME)

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.

The West Vancouver Engineering & Transportation Department requires a permanent full-time Utility Worker to perform duties related to the operation and maintenance of the District’s potable water system. Reporting to the Water Utility Supervisor, the successful applicant will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of all distribution system components and equipment.

Applicants must possess and retain a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence, have graduated from secondary school and possess the following skills and abilities:
·         Knowledge and understanding of the methods, materials and equipment used in maintaining and repairing components of a potable water system;
·         Knowledge of the precautions necessary to ensure public safety and prevent damage to public property;
·         Ability to exercise good judgment and deal with the public appropriately;
·         Ability to liaise effectively with District Utilities, Finance and Support staff in providing meter related information;
·         Ability to keep maintenance records and prepare detailed reports;
·         Ability to perform all other duties as required; and
·         Physical strength to perform duties in all types of weather conditions.

Preference will be given to applicants with a minimum 3 years of Utilities Construction and/or Maintenance experience as well as to those who have completed courses and hold current certifications for the following items as appropriate: Water Distribution System Operator Level 2 Certification or higher (EOCP); Process Control and SCADA

Fundamentals; Chlorine Handling (BCWWA).

During the assessment process, successful candidates will be required to submit an acceptable Driver’s Abstract from ICBC. The successful candidate is required to supply a Police Information Check and a copy of their credentials.

This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licences and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the Class Specification which is available for inspection in the Human Resources Department or on WestNet.

Position Status:
Union (WVMEA) – Permanent, Full-time

Hours of Work:
40 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)

Rate of Pay:
$32.39 per hour (2022 Rates)

Closing Date:
11:59 pm on Sunday, December 10, 2023

To Apply:
Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Portal at www.westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position.

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted