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Our Utilities department is looking for safety-minded and responsible team players who enjoy good honest work that provides a solid sense of accomplishment. We are expanding our team and need temporary full-time labourers. Utility labourers are the starting point where our staff get on the job training which then puts them in a position to compete for other positions such as pipefitters, equipment operators, trades workers, truck drivers or crew supervisors. Many of our full-time staff began work as temporary labourers and it is an excellent opportunity to see if a career in public service is for you.
Job Responsibility:
Perform manual outside work entailing physical effort in performing unskilled and semi-skilled operations, maintenance and construction tasks on water, sewer and storm systems
Work with a crew constructing water mains and water and sewer service connections
Assist inspecting water and sewer systems
Read and repair water meters and pumps, water pressure regulators and fire hydrants
Assist in locating and repairing leaks in water mains and water services
Assist in sewer system cleaning, flushing and rodding tasks
Assist in installing and repairing water valves
Assist in responding and troubleshooting customers concerns and emergency response
Requirements:
High school diploma
Some experience in construction and maintenance work, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s Licence and an abstract that reflects a safe driving record
Physical and mental aptitude to work on a crew and learn new skills
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment used in repair, maintenance and pipe construction work
Some experience using a variety of hand tools
Ability to perform a variety of maintenance and construction related tasks
Ability to carry out oral and written instruction and exercise some independent judgement
Skill in the operation of related tools and equipment and light or medium trucks
Mechanical aptitude
Physically able to perform heavy manual work in all types of weather
Ability to be available to accept overtime and respond to after hour’s emergency calls as required
Nice to have:
EOCP Water Distribution 1 and Sanitary Collection System 1 certifications