Supervisor 1 - Construction (Utilities)

City of North Vancouver; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of North Vancouver is seeking a temporary full-time Supervisor 1 – Construction to supervise municipal Water, Sanitary and Storm projects and support field crews in the North Vancouver area.

Responsibilities include coordinating resources, ensuring safety standards, and supervising staff while maintaining project schedules and quality. Applicants must have Grade 12 and extensive utilities construction experience; a Class 5 BC driver’s license is required, EOCP certification is an asset.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a small crew in utilities construction.
• Ability to read construction drawings and prepare work records.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and related systems.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License.
• EOCP Water Distribution or Waste Water Collection certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on field supervision of Water, Sanitary and Storm construction projects.
• Coordinate and direct work of truck drivers, equipment operators and external contractors.
• Monitor construction activities for safety, quality and schedule.
• Assist in planning, coordination and assignment of projects.

Skills

Supervision

Team coordination

Read construction drawings

Microsoft Office

EOCP certification asset

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Class 5 BC Driver’s License

Job description

The City of North Vancouver is the urban core of the beautiful North Shore and has a long-term vision to be “The Healthiest Small City in the World”, with five key priorities to be a City for People, a Resilient City, a Vibrant City, a Connected City and a Prosperous City.

The Infrastructure, Transportation & Parks Department is seeking a temporary full-time Supervisor 1 – Construction for approximately one (1) year to provide field supervision and support the delivery of municipal Water, Sanitary and Storm construction projects.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Section Manager of Utilities, the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Supervisor 2 in the planning, coordination and assignment of construction projects performed by a small group of employees. This position will provide hands‑on field supervision of municipal Water, Sanitary and Storm construction projects, while coordinating and directing the work of truck drivers, equipment operators and external contractors. The successful candidate will monitor construction activities to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with approved plans, construction drawings, specifications, municipal standards and performance expectations.

Requirements

You will have completed Grade 12, with a minimum of 5 years of direct related experience in utilities construction, including the methods, practices, procedures, materials, tools and equipment used in Water, Sanitary and Storm utilities construction. You will have demonstrated ability to supervise and direct the work of a small group of employees, coordinate resources, identify and resolve field issues, read construction drawings, prepare work records, and ensure safety procedures and quality standards are met. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and general computer applications and systems used in the performance of operational, administrative, and supervisory duties. You will have a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License. You must be able to deal effectively with the public and demonstrate teamwork, respect, a positive attitude, professionalism and integrity. Certification in either Water Distribution or Waste Water Collection through the Environmental Operators Certification Program ( EOCP ) is considered an asset.

Compensation

$44.86 per hour

(2026 rates)

Hours of Work

7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday

Additional Information

For temporary full-time positions of 8 months or longer, a City employee who is successful on the posting will have the right to revert to their former position.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer—one that reflects the diversity of our community and values the unique contributions of each person. Guided by our core values and Council’s vision for an open and inclusive city, we work to create respectful, safe, and accessible workplaces. We regularly review and improve our hiring practices to help identify and remove barriers. Through ongoing learning, we continue to address any that remain.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you need an accommodation during the selection process, or are having trouble completing or submitting your application, please contact us at [e-mail]. We’re here to support your full participation.

Thank you for your interest in the City of North Vancouver.

We respectfully acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional and unceded territories of the Sḵwx̱ wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation). The City of North Vancouver is committed to Reconciliation with these Nations, who have lived on these lands since time immemorial.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Which of the following valid B.C. Driver's Licences do you currently hold?
  • Class 5
  • Class 5 with Air Brake Endorsement
  • Class 3
  • Class 3 with Air Brake Endorsement
  • Class 2 or Class 4
  • Class 1
  • Driver's Licence from outside of B.C.
  • I do not currently hold a valid driver's licence

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter