Full-Time, Permanent
Posted February 24, 2026
The City of Fernie is inviting qualified applicants for the position of Utility Operator II-Wastewater.
Employment for this position will full-time, regular and will be part of CUPE Local 2093. Position Overview
Reporting to the Manager of Public Works or their delegate, the Utility Operator II position is responsible for performing duties related to the operation of the City, including the operation and maintenance of Wastewater facilities. The Utility Operator II is responsible for the proper installation, monitoring, maintenance, and record-keeping related to wastewater infrastructure. This position involves the performance of a wide variety of work, occasionally of a complex nature. The position is physically demanding and labor intensive with the requirement to work shift work. Role tasks are routine in nature and vary seasonally. Duties and Responsibilities
In addition to the duties of a Utility Operator I;
????Perform preventative and corrective maintenance activities in the distribution/collection system and facilities, including all ancillary equipment and infrastructure.
????Locate, repair, install, and maintain new and existing services and system infrastructure, including site preparation and clean-up.
????Record and report accurate and detailed information of work, i.e., verbal, written, typed and/or creating sketches.
????Sample, test, and report findings as required for the system and provincial permits.
????Responds to public inquiries, complaints and service calls in a helpful, professional, and diplomatic manner in accordance with City Policy.
????Be familiar with all relevant permits to operate.
????Be responsible for the operation and maintenance of municipal infrastructure.
????Be available for call-out to emergencies in the municipal infrastructure system as required in accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement.
????Conduct assessments, immediate repairs and/or protective measures to ensure public health and safety, as well as system integrity.
????Assist with the timely and economical connection of users to municipal sewer and water systems in accordance with regulated public health and Ministry of Environment standards.
????Assist with accurate inventory control in relation to materials/goods associated with the municipal utility infrastructure.
????Shared responsibility in the development and maintenance of effective records for municipal infrastructure and reporting requirements.
????Undertakes training as required. Completes EOC training.
????Support other departments in times of need such as, but not limited to; flooding, snow removal, etc.
????Ability to work independently, exercise critical thinking, and take initiative reliably, with minimum supervision, and make sound decisions in critical circumstances.
????Other duties as required.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The above description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions and duties as required for proper evaluation of the job and will not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Employees may perform other related duties and tasks as required to meet the needs of the operation.
This position needs to be available for call-out to emergencies in the municipal infrastructure system as required in accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement. Further, this position will be available for stand-by/on call shifts throughout the year as needed. This is posted internally and externally concurrently.
Employment for this position will be Full-Time, Regular with vacation and benefit entitlements in accordance with the CUPE 2093 Collective Agreement. The wage rate will be $41.45/hour. This is posted internally and externally concurrently.
Detailed applications containing resume and cover letter should be received at careers@fernie.ca by 12:00 PM, March 10, 2026 and be addressed to:
Bree Campbell, Manager of Public Works
c/o Human Resources
City of Fernie, 501 3rd Ave, PO Box 190
Fernie, BC, V0B 1M0 or
Email: careers@fernie.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest;
