IT / GIS Technician

District of Kent; Agassiz; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Agassiz, British Columbia, is seeking an IT / GIS Technician. This full-time role involves preparing and archiving historical records, maintaining the municipal mapping database, and providing technical support to staff. The ideal candidate will hold a degree or diploma in GIS or IT and have at least two years of relevant experience in a municipal environment. The position offers a wage rate of $40.57 per hour plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in a municipal, engineering, planning, or architectural office environment.
• Experience with web-based development and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and archive historical records.
• Assist in the maintenance of the Municipal mapping database.
• Provide technical support and assistance to staff.

Skills

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Computer Sciences

Information Technology (IT)

Problem resolution

Education

Diploma/Degree in GIS or IT

Job description

IT / GIS Technician

Competition #2025-42

The District of Kent, located in the picturesque Eastern Fraser Valley, is offering an exciting opportunity in our Corporate Services Department for an IT / GIS Technician.

Under the supervision of the Director of Corporate Services, the IT/GIS Technician will prepare and archive historical records, assist in the maintenance of the Municipal mapping database (including legal and utility servicing maps and drawings), web‑based development and maintenance, and website updates. The IT/GIS Technician also provides technical support, information, advice, and assistance (computer user support and problem resolution) to staff.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A Diploma/Degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Sciences, Information Technology (IT), or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in a municipal, engineering, planning or architectural office environment.

Pay and benefits for this full‑time bargaining unit position are in accordance with the Collective Agreement, CUPE Local 458. The 2025 post‑probationary wage rate for this position is $40.57 per hour plus a comprehensive benefit package.

If this position is of interest to you, please visit our employment page at www.kentbc.ca/employment to view the job description and to submit your application prior to the competition closing at 4:30 p.m. on January 8, 2026.

Alan M. Lucas, CRSP
Director of Human Resources / Occupational Safety

District of Kent
PO Box 70, 7170 Cheam Avenue
Agassiz, BC V0M 1A0

The District of Kent would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Police Information Check and provide a recent driver’s license abstract.