Trades Improver 1 EOCP - Pumps & Controls
Overview
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Employment Status
Union - CUPE Local 402 - Regular Full-Time
Scope
Reporting to the Wastewater, Stormwater & Construction Operations Manager, the Trades Improver 1 (EOCP) position involves manual and skilled tasks with considerable physical effort in performing a variety of civil and utility construction, operations and maintenance activities related to water, sewer, and drainage systems.
Responsibilities
- Installs water, sanitary, storm sewer mains, services connections, and related infrastructure.
- Assembles pipes together ensuring that tees, bends, crosses, valves, services, and related fittings are properly installed.
- Installs water services using open trench, trench-less methods, or a combination of both.
- Operates (open / close / flush / repair) water valves on water mains and on water services and appurtenances.
- Maintains records, logbooks, and activity sheets, as required.
- Adhere to applicable safety regulations.
- Adhere to Surrey's policies, procedures, and standards
- Works with map books and construction drawings.
- Inspects and maintains inspection chambers.
- Cleans and secures work area by shoveling and sweeping.
- Deals with various chemicals related to water and sanitary sewer systems.
- Uses a variety of hand and power tools.
- Responds to trouble calls and inquiries from the public.
- Assists crew members in performing their duties.
- Other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications
- Completion of Grade 12.
- Experience and training in civil and utility construction and engineering operations and maintenance.
- Valid B.C. Driver's License with safe driving record as per the City's policy.
- EOCP Level 1 certification in good standing.
The successful applicant must have the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
- Communicates effectively both orally and in writing.
- Understands and effectively carries out oral and written instructions.
- Exercises independence of judgment and initiative in performing the duties of the position.
- Understands figures and numbers, reads construction drawings and maps of underground services, utilities, etc.
- Knowledge of methods, techniques, hand / power tools, and equipment used in construction, operations, and maintenance. Other Information
Hourly Rate : $35.36
Conditions of Employment
This position requires completion of a Police Information Check.
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Closing Date
This job will be posted until May 8, 2024.
Our Values
Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community