Utility Worker

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. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable 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 1 Certification or higher (EOCP);
Process Control and SCADA Fundamentals;
Chlorine Handling (BCWWA).

Successful candidates will be required to provide an acceptable driver’s abstract, a police information check, and copies of relevant credentials. To ensure your application is complete, please email your Driver’s Abstract to . You can obtain your Driver’s Abstract by contacting ICBC at  or by submitting a request online at .

Applications without a Driver’s Abstract submission will not be considered for further steps in the recruitment process.

The successful candidates are required to supply an acceptable police information check and a copy of their credentials.

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