Careers
BC Local Government Job Posting Service
City of Kamloops
Field Technician
(Permanent, Full-Time) - 1323
Close Date
Open Until Filled
At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody every day. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives.
We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!
Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today.
Position Overview
If you're into getting your hands dirty, enjoy working in a high preforming team and love working outdoors year-round, this might be the gig for you! We are seeking a Field Technician to join our Civic Construction team. The successful candidate will perform construction work on important capital projects involving the installation and repair of various types of municipal infrastructure. This role requires moderate supervision of other team members and adherence to safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment. If this sounds like a good fit for you, apply today!
The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:
- Completion of senior secondary school or its equivalent.
- BC EOCP Level I Certificate in
- Water Distribution Systems; and
- Wastewater Collection Systems.
- Minimum two years’ previous experience in the installation and/or repair of water, and wastewater infrastructure.
- Valid BC Driver’s Licence – Class 5.
For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. A comprehensive benefits package is included with this position. This is a CUPE local 900 position. Please note that this is a new job classification and is subject to agreement between the Employer and the Union.
Hourly Rate
$34.17
Hours & Days of Work
Monday-Thursday: 7:00 am-5:00 pm
Hours per Week
40
Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by telephone, email [email protected] or in person at 6- 510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.
External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements of each job you apply for. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.
Applications are accepted online at kamloops.ca/careers.
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: Other trades certificate or diploma
Job Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
Rate: $34.17 Hour
