Water and Wastewater Operator II – Training Opportunity

Environmental Operators Certification Program; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kamloops is hiring a permanent, full-time Water and Wastewater Operator II – Training Opportunity to support essential water, wastewater, and stormwater networks. This role blends field work with on-site training and offers a clear path toward full qualification.

You will collect samples, monitor system performance, report issues, and gain hands-on experience to become a fully qualified operator. A unionized setting and structured training accompany competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Completion of senior secondary school or its equivalent.
• BC EOCP Level I Certificate in Water Distribution Systems.
• Ability to complete BC EOCP Level II Certificate in Water Distribution Systems within one year.
• BC EOCP Level I Certificate in Wastewater Collection Systems.
• Ability to complete BC EOCP Level II Certificate in Wastewater Collection Systems within one year.
• Valid BC Driver’s Licence – Class 5.

Responsibilities

• Maintain water, wastewater and stormwater networks.
• Collect samples and track system performance.
• Identify and report operational issues for timely resolution.
• Participate in on-the-job training toward full qualification.

Education

Completion of senior secondary school or its equivalent

BC EOCP Level I Certificate in Water Distribution Systems

BC EOCP Level II Certificate in Water Distribution Systems within one year

BC EOCP Level I Certificate in Wastewater Collection Systems

BC EOCP Level II Certificate in Wastewater Collection Systems within one year

Valid BC Driver’s Licence – Class 5

Job description

Water and Wastewater Operator II – Training Opportunity

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: Are you ready to dive into a dynamic and rewarding career keeping the City of Kamloops flowing smoothly? Join our team as a permanent, full-time Water and Wastewater Operator II – Training Opportunity and play a vital role in maintaining the city’s essential water, wastewater, and stormwater networks—helping ensure safe, reliable service for our community every day.

You’ll take on a mix of field and technical work, from collecting samples and tracking system performance to identifying and reporting operational issues. If you enjoy working outdoors, solving problems, and taking pride in work that truly matters, this is your opportunity to make a visible difference in the city you call home.

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications: All requirements must comply with the Operator Certification Program Guidelines as laid out by the British Columbia Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP) Society.

1. Completion of senior secondary school or its equivalent.
2. Completion of the BC EOCP Level I Certificate in Water Distribution Systems*
3. Ability to complete BC EOCP Level II Certificate in Water Distribution Systems* within one year.
4. Completion of the BC EOCP Level I Certificate in Wastewater Collection Systems*
5. Ability to complete BC EOCP Level II Certificate in Wastewater Collection Systems* within one year.
6. Valid BC Driver’s Licence – Class 5.

Note: The above certifications include a combination of education and experience as determined by the Environmental Operations Certification Program (EOCP). Typically, three years’ experience is required for each Level II certification.

Please note this position is posted along side the fully qualified Water and Wastewater Operator II (Temporary, Full-Time) – 2029 position. Our preference is to hire a fully qualified candidate, however if no candidates are deemed fully qualified we may hire from this training opportunity.

For further information on the Water and Wastewater Operator II position, please see the job description for the fully qualified position and for further information on the details around the training opportunity, please review the terms and conditions.

Awarding of Training Opportunity: To be successful for this training opportunity, applicants must meet the above requirements. Applicants are able to participate in a maximum of three training opportunities within the Department.

On-the-Job Experience and Training: The successful candidate for this opportunity will be gaining experience towards becoming a fully qualified Water and Wastewater Operator II. The exact length of the training opportunity may vary based on the previous experience of the successful candidate and the length of the position but will be a maximum of one year.

Pay Rate: The successful applicant for this training opportunity will receive the pay rate of Pay Grade 11 (Outside), $39.592 per hour to start. After successfully completing both BC EOCP Level II Certificate in Wastewater Collection Systems* and Water Distribution Systems * the candidate will move to a fully qualified Water and Wastewater Operator II at Pay Grade 12 (outside).

Time Commitment to the Position: The successful candidate will be required to remain in the position for a minimum of the amount of time it took the candidate to become fully qualified.

Hours & Days of Work: 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off
7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (2 days)
7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (2 nights)

Probationary Period: The probationary period for this position will be 6 months.

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.

This is a unionized position with CUPE Local 900; check out our Collective Agreement (2024 – 2025) for full details (ratified 2026 Collective Agreement coming soon). As this is a unionized position, all qualifications must be met in order to be shortlisted for the position.

This position will remain open until filled. This posting may close anytime after September 28, 2026 if a qualified candidate is found. More than one may be hired.

Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by telephone, email [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 of each job you apply for. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.