Assistant Utility System Technician

City of Iqaluit; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local municipal organization in Iqaluit is seeking an Assistant Utility System Technician. The role involves the repair, maintenance, and installation of water meters, and assistance in the operation and cleaning of water and sewage systems. Candidates must be willing to work in harsh outdoor conditions and have completed at least grade 10 education. Proficiency with numerical data and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a grade 10 level of education.
• Must be proficient working with numerical data and have efficient, practical computer knowledge.
• Must be punctual, reliable, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the repair, maintenance and installation of water meters.
• Assist in hands-on operation, repair and maintenance of the water and sewage system.
• Provide assistance in cleaning and maintenance of the plants and equipment.

Skills

Proficient working with numerical data

Efficient, practical computer knowledge

Punctual and reliable

Ability to communicate in Inuktitut and English

Education

Completed grade 10 level of education

Job description

Title: Assistant Utility System Technician

Department: Public Works

Status: Full-time, 40 hour/week

Housing: No Staff housing available

Under the direction of the Utilities Systems Foreman the incumbent is responsible for the repair, maintenance and installation of water meters. They will also assist in the hands-on operation, repair and maintenance of the water and sewage system. The incumbent will provide assistance in cleaning and maintenance of the plants, work areas, and equipment.

The incumbent must be willing to work in harsh outdoor weather conditions. This position involves working in some confined spaces with obnoxious odors caused by waste. The candidate must also be willing to participate in training and other safety related courses within the first 6 months of employment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have completed a grade 10 level of education

• Must be proficient working with numerical data and have efficient, practical computer knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications:

• The candidate must be punctual, reliable, and able to work independently.

• Additional training and certifications in a related field is an asset

• Related experience within a Municipal setting is an asset

• Experience working in piped water/sewage is an asset

• The ability to communicate in both Inuktitut and English is an asset

• The ability to be scheduled at the last minute

• Some overtime is necessary

Assets include the ability to speak and write in Inuktitut.

Equivalencies that include a combination of education, knowledge, skills and abilities to formal education may be considered.

Due to the nature of this position, a Criminal Record check and a clean driver’s abstract are required of this position.

Are you legally able to work in Canada?*

Do you currently reside in Iqaluit?* Yes No

If you do not currently reside in Iqaluit, have you secured housing?
(please note the city does not offer housing at this time) Yes No