Utility Technician II Sunshine Coast Regional District

Environmental Operators Certification Program; Sechelt; On-site; Full time

Job summary

The Sunshine Coast Regional District is seeking a full-time Utility Technician II. The role involves ensuring the effective delivery of potable water and sanitation services while adhering to regulatory requirements. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, a competitive salary, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package

Three weeks of vacation on hire

Thirteen paid statutory holidays

Relocation allowance up to $3,000

Participation in the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)

Confidential counselling services

Qualifications

• Experience in local government or public sector desired.
• Skills in water treatment and sewer system management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient supply and treatment of potable water.
• Manage treatment of sanitary sewer systems.

Job description

Competition #V1863

Utility Technician II
(Full-Time, Regular)

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

The Sunshine Coast

A natural paradise blessed with mild winters, beautiful surroundings, and showcasing the best aspects of outdoor adventure, arts, and culture. Bordered by rugged mountains and blue ocean waters, situated on a peninsula (not an island) in the ancestral lands of the shíshálh (Sechelt) and Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) First Nations, this is the Sunshine Coast. Whatever hobby or interest you might enjoy, we have it right here. A preferred tourist destination, a great place to live and play, now is the time to consider making this amazing place your home.

Utility Technician II Overview

The Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) is currently inviting applications for the full-time position of Utility Technician II to ensure the efficient and continuous supply and treatment of potable water to the SCRD, and the efficient and effective treatment of the SCRD’s sanitary sewer systems. Work is performed to ensure that service delivery meets the expectations of internal and external customers, in accordance with the appropriate regulatory and license requirements. Further details can be found in the job description at www.scrd.ca/careers.

Compensation and Benefits

We have what is being called one of the very best compensation and benefits packages that are out there. Are you currently working full-time in local government or in the public sector (4+ years)? If so, we thank you for your service, and we demonstrate our appreciation by enhancing your initial annual vacation entitlement, which starts at three weeks, upon hire. We look forward to discussing this further during the interview process. Whatever your background, immediately upon hire, our comprehensive benefit package is yours! This means extended health and dental coverage, including paid eyewear and eye exams, orthotics, and up to $1250 annually for chiro, massage, acupuncture, physio, and more. In addition to three weeks of vacation, we offer 13 paid statutory holidays (after 30 days of employment), as well as paid family responsibility leave, sick leave, short-term and long-term disability leave, group life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, participation in the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP), and free confidential counselling services.

The Utility Technician II is a bargaining unit position with a wage rate of $43.58 per hour, working 37.5 hours per week. A relocation allowance up to $3,000 may be available, depending upon the location of the applicant. A combination of experience and skills may be considered, with the possibility of a training opportunity, as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

How to Apply

We welcome your application! Please send a current resume and a cover letter quoting the competition number via email by the closing date and time shown above. In the subject line of the email please include your name and the competition number. The SCRD is committed to equitable access to employment opportunities. We value a diverse workforce to best represent the communities we serve, and we thank all applicants in advance for your interest.

Contact: [e-mail] or www.scrd.ca/careers