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. 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.
Labourers join a team and perform manual outside work entailing physical effort in performing unskilled and semi-skilled operations, maintenance and construction tasks on our water, sewer and storm systems. Work assignments can include, working with a crew constructing water mains and water and sewer service connections, assisting inspecting water and sewer systems, reading and repairing water meters and pumps, water pressure regulators and fire hydrants, assisting in locating and repairing leaks in water mains and water services, assisting in sewer system cleaning, flushing and rodding tasks, assisting in installing and repairing water valves, assisting in responding and troubleshooting customers concerns and emergency response.
The successful applicant must possess:
• The physical and mental aptitude to work on a crew and learn new skills;
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in repair, maintenance and pipe construction work and some experience using a variety of hand tools;
• The ability to perform a variety of maintenance and construction related tasks;
• The 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 and be physically able to perform heavy manual work in all types of weather.
Qualifications
We are looking for people that have a high school diploma and some experience in construction and maintenance work, or have an equivalent combination of training and experience. EOCP Water Distribution 1 and Sanitary Collection System 1 certifications would be considered an asset. A valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s Licence and an abstract that reflects a safe driving record is required, along with the ability to be available to accept overtime and respond to after hour’s emergency calls as required.
The wage rate for these unionized positions is $33.26 per hour (2024 rates) based on a 40 hour work week.
The District of North Vancouver is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible work environment. If you have what we’re looking for and have a passion to serve people and the community, and a demonstrated commitment to supporting a healthy and safe workplace, we would like to hear from you. Please apply on-line at careers.dnv.org to be considered.
This position will remain open until filled and applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis as positions become available.
If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform us when we contact you.
We thank you for your interest in employment with the District of North Vancouver and advise that only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
We respectfully acknowledge the Coast Salish peoples, specifically the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), on whose ancestral lands the District of North Vancouver is located.
