Pumps & PRV Maintenance Person

EOCP; Port Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living wage

Hourly wage

Job summary

The City of Port Coquitlam is seeking a Pumps & PRV Maintenance Person for a full-time temporary role (12-18 months) in the Utilities Operations Division. You will inspect, maintain and repair pumps, PRV systems and related equipment across water, sewer and drainage networks, using SCADA data where applicable.

You will record asset data, produce reports, and assist with minor repairs while ensuring safety regulations are followed.

Qualifications

• EOCP Water Distribution Level II or equivalent
• EOCP Wastewater Collection Level II or equivalent
• British Columbia Class 5 driver’s license
• Ability to fault diagnose mechanical issues
• Knowledge of safety regulations in maintenance work

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain and repair pumps and related equipment
• Maintain Pressure Reducing Valve systems and related components
• Record maintenance data and prepare related reports
• Provide written estimates for parts and services
• Operate meters, valves, hydrants and pumping stations (SCADA as applicable)
• Assist tradespersons and ensure safety procedures are followed

Education

EOCP Water Distribution Level II

EOCP Wastewater Collection Level II

Class 5 Driver’s License (BC)

Report writing and record keeping

Safety regulations knowledge

Equipment fault diagnosis

Job description

Pumps & PRVMaintenance Person

Full-Time, Temporary (12-18 months)

Find out why our AMAZING employees love working for the City of Port Coquitlam!Affectionately known as “PoCo”, we are an award-winning values-based organization made up of a diverse and dedicated team of people who care deeply about the community they serve.

The City of Port Coquitlam has an exciting opportunity in the Utilities Operations Division for a Full-Time Temporary Pumps & PRV Maintenance Person. The work involves the inspection, maintenance and repair of pumps and related mechanical equipment in the City’s water, sewer and drainage system, as well as Pressure Reducing Valves (PRVs) in the City’s water system. Completion of planned and reactive work, monitoring and assessing asset performance, measuring and recording asset data and working alongside external contractors. The Pumps & PRV Maintenance Person may also work alongside and give direction to co-workers in the completion of work related to this position.

Some of the key responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Maintains pumps, related equipment, plus Pressure Reducing Valve systems in accordance with the set schedule of the preventative maintenance program; makes repairs of a minor nature to pumps, Pressure Reducing Valves and related equipment.
• Maintains works records and prepares related reports.
• Provides or coordinates written estimates for the requisition of parts, supplies or services.
• Monitors, reads and interprets instruments and gauges; operates and inspects meters, valves, hydrants and pumping stations, both onsite and through the City’s SCADA system.
• Assist tradespersons or supervisors in related work.
• Ensures that safety regulations and procedures are applied at all times.
• Performs related work as required.

The holder of this position is expected to have, obtain and maintain:

• Class 5 Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia.
• EOCP Water Distribution Level Il or equivalent.
• EOCP Wastewater Collection Level II or equivalent.
• Considerable knowledge of the methods, practices, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of pumps and valves.
• Sound knowledge of the regulations, safety precautions and objectives of mechanical maintenance and repairs.
• Demonstrated ability to fault diagnose and problem solve mechanical system issues and to execute minor repairs, and to maintain and operate assets in an economical, safe and efficient manner.
• Demonstrated skill in the use of equipment, tools, control systems and diagnostic devices used in the operation and maintenance of mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and maintain clear concise reports and work records.

Why should you consider working for us?

• Our organization is the ideal size for you to make a difference and have an impact
• We care deeply about our community
• We have a strong learning culture and want our people to grow and succeed
• An hourly starting wage of $45.13 (2026 rate of pay)
• We are a living wage employer

The City wishes to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

The City of Port Coquitlam will conduct a criminal record check.