Lead Hand - Utility Operations (Permanent, Full-Time)

Kamloops; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Hand for Utility Operations to oversee vital water and wastewater systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage daily operations while ensuring safety compliance and liaising with the community. If you have a passion for maintaining essential infrastructure and enjoy leading a team, this position is perfect for you. Join a welcoming and diverse workplace that values your contributions and offers a comprehensive benefits package. Your expertise will help make Kamloops shine, contributing to the city’s reputation as a leader in community spirit and service excellence.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Support for individual needs during application

Work-life balance with 8-hour shifts

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Recent supervisory experience with demonstrated leadership qualities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the City's water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Manage daily operations, including scheduling and compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Water Distribution Systems

Wastewater Collection Systems

Basic Word

Basic Excel

Education

Senior Secondary School Diploma

BC EOCP Level IV Certificate in Water Distribution Systems

BC EOCP Level IV Certificate in Wastewater Collection Systems

Tools

Basic Word

Basic Excel

Job description

Lead Hand - Utility Operations (Permanent, Full-Time) - (1598)

Close Date: December 31, 2025

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

The Lead Hand - Utility Operations position is a working Lead Hand role focused on overseeing the City's water distribution, wastewater collection, and stormwater pumping systems. It involves managing daily operations, including scheduling, monitoring systems, and handling equipment and inventory. The Lead Hand also ensures compliance with safety standards and acts as a liaison between the team and the public or contractors. If being at the forefront of Kamloops’ vital utility infrastructure excites you, apply today!

Qualifications:

• Completion of senior secondary school or its equivalent.
• Completion of the BC EOCP Level IV Certificate in Water Distribution Systems*
• Completion of the BC EOCP Level IV Certificate in Wastewater Collection Systems*
• Minimum five years' previous experience operating in a level III or higher water distribution system and level III or higher wastewater collection system.
• Minimum six months’ recent supervisory experience with demonstrated leadership qualities.
• Proficient in Basic Word and Basic Excel, as demonstrated through testing. (70% pass rate required)
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence.

*All requirements must comply with the Operator Certification Program Guidelines as laid out by the Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP)

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 900 local position.

This job posting will be open until filled. The posting may close anytime after April 24, 2025 if qualified candidates are found.

Hours & Days of Work:

8 hours 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

Hourly Rate:

$45.202

Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by email at [e-mail] 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 for each job you apply. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.
Applications are accepted online at kamloops.ca/careers.

Human Resources
105 Seymour Street
Kamloops, BC V2C 2C6