Water and Sewer Labourer Maintenance Worker

Location: Central Saanich

Water and Sewer Labourer Maintenance Worker – Engineering Department
Competition Number 2026-12

The District of Central Saanich is the location for this position, located on the Saanich Peninsula of Southern Vancouver Island.

Job Overview
Reporting directly to the Water and Sewer Supervisor, the Water and Sewer Labourer Maintenance Worker performs a variety of semi‑skilled tasks in the maintenance, repair, and construction of the district’s water distribution and sewer collection systems.

Illustrative Duties

Performs a variety of semi‑skilled tasks in the maintenance, repair and construction of the municipal water distribution and sewer collection systems.

Maintains and monitors records for pumps and pumping stations, meters, hydrants, control panels, alarm systems.

Performs sewer inspection system maintenance such as locating manholes and cleanouts.

Performs sewer video inspection system maintenance.

Maintains documentation for preventative maintenance files.

Performs servicing and maintenance tasks such as changing pumps, cleaning, repairing, replacing valves and ensuring hydrants are maintained to standards.

Inspects, maintains, repairs and reads water meters, exercises valves and performs uni‑directional flushing.

Performs pump station maintenance ensuring safety standards, equipment performance and operational procedures are met.

Maintains records associated with the completion of the assigned tasks.

Operates the necessary municipal vehicles, tools and heavy equipment.

Responds and deals with enquiries from the public.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of, and ability to comply with, all pertinent WorkSafeBC and Occupational Health and Safety regulations.

Knowledge of water distribution and sewer collection systems.

Ability to perform common water/sewer maintenance tasks and duties in a safe manner.

Ability to use relevant technical applications such as SCADA and working knowledge of local government software applications.

Ability to serve the public in a courteous manner.

Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the supervisor, other employees, and the general public.

Maintains professional and technical requirements for the position (e.g., confined space, fall protection, fit testing and other safety certifications as required).

Requirements

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent qualifications.

Three (3) years of diverse experience in water/sewer operations and/or a related field acceptable to the Employer or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Level 1 EOCP operator certification for water distribution and/or sewer collection.

Current valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License with air endorsement.

Current Traffic Control Certification.

Additional Qualifications

Must be physically fit and able to work outside in all weather conditions.

Must maintain professional and technical qualifications for the position.

Must be available for emergency call‑out as required.

Participates in Emergency Operations Center (EOC) training and duties as required.

In the event of an emergency/disaster, participates in emergency duties as required.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits and Working Conditions
Full‑time (8 hours per day), Monday to Friday.

Hourly pay rate: $37.55‑40.61 (2026 rates).

Diversity and Inclusion
The District’s work environment is inclusive and accessible. Applicants with an accessibility requirement are encouraged to notify us.

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