City of Powell River
Utilities Labourer II
Full Time
Job No : CITYPR1210
Location : Powell River, BC
OPEN DATE : Wednesday, February 4, 2026
CLOSING DATE : 4 : 00 pm Monday, February 16, 2026
DEPARTMENT : Infrastructure Services
DIVISION : Operational Services
SECTION : Waterworks
REPORTS TO : Waterworks Supervisor
JOB SUMMARY : Assists with the new installation or maintenance and / or construction of water, sanitary sewer or storm sewer mains and services
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Performs labouring, maintenance and construction functions in the water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer mains and services areas in the Water Section
- Locates water, sewer, and gas service lines (BC One-Call) for pre-construction
- Performs pressure tests and disinfects new or repaired water main installations
- Removes, installs and maintains fire hydrants
- Adjusts manhole frames and lids, catch basin grates and water valve lids to correct elevations in preparation for road improvements or landscaping
- Operates forklift, small hand and power tools and other equipment
- Operates City vehicles (Class 5 with Air or lesser)
- May be required to work outside of regular hours to deal with emergencies
- May be required to fulfill standby responsibilities on a rotating schedule
- Ability to approach work and relationships in a culturally sensitive and inclusive manner
- Maintain professional and technical requirements for the position
- Performs related duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :
High School (Grade 12)Valid B.C. Class 5 Driver’s License with Air EndorsementE.O.C.P. Wastewater Collection Level I CertificateORE.O.C.P. Water Distribution Level I CertificateW.H.M.I.S. CertificateTraffic Control Person CertificateForklift TrainingConfined Space Entry TrainingShoring and Excavation TrainingUp to date knowledge of the City’s computerized systems, administrative systems and office technology as requiredREQUIRED EXPERIENCE :
1 year as required for E.O.C.P. Level I CertificateOr an equivalent combination of experience and educationPAY RATE : This is a union position with the current pay rate of $35.65 per hour as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 798 Collective Agreement.
HOURS OF WORK : 7 : 30 am – 4 : 00 pm, Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
How To Apply :
Complete the questions contained in the application below. NOTE : You must use your correct seniority date. After completing the questions, click \"Next\".Attach a cover letter and a resume as separate PDF or Word documents. This is a mandatory requirement of the application process.Attach copies of degrees, diplomas, and certifications if applicable in one single PDF or Word document.IMPORTANT : Each applicant must use an email address unique to them.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we may choose to only acknowledge those applicants selected for interview.
The City of Powell River is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants may be required to participate in formal testing and interviews and to provide documentation to demonstrate and support their qualifications.
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