Utility Worker I - Jobs in Iona, PE

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Position Status: Full-Time Temporary (This position to last not later than December 31, 2022)Department: Liquid Waste ServicesEmployee Group: GVRDEULocation: Iona Wastewater Treatment PlantSalary Range/ Wage Rate: $2,406.40 bi-weekly plus 6.25% deferred compensationOur Liquid Waste Services Department is seeking a Utility Worker I who will safely and enthusiastically assist millwrights, mechanics, and pipefitters to complete preventative and corrective maintenance tasks at the Iona Island Wastewater Treatment Plant.You are: an experienced Utility Worker and labourer committed to safety in your workplace and interested in wastewater treatment plant operation and maintenance. You enjoy working in a team environment, including collaborating with Operations staff. Specific experience with industrial or construction safety, mechanical trades, or industrial sites, including forklift operation, is an asset.This role: (The duties described hereunder are intended to be representative of the position and are not to be considered all inclusive.)

• Assists operations and maintenance staff in performing tasks such as minor construction, building forms, mixing concrete, grounds maintenance, brush cutting, channel clearing, etc.
• Operates ancillary equipment such as trucks, small tractors, lawnmowers, brush saws, weed eaters.
• Operates compressors, pneumatic tools, electrical power tools, chain saws.
• Performs site preparation and painting work.
• Works in confined spaces and conducts safety monitor duties as required.
• Assists in leak and/or other emergency repairs.
• Obtains tools and parts from warehouses.
• Pickup and delivery from suppliers.
• Works in compliance with all District safety policies, procedures and WorkSafe BC regulations.

To be successful, you have:

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Ability to operate power and pneumatic tools.
• Mechanical ability and construction aptitude.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and demonstrate safety awareness.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Physically capable of performing work duties and willingness and ability to perform shift work.
• Valid B.C. driver’s license.

Note: This position will progress to Utility Worker II after 5 years experience in this classification OR 3 years experience and completion of Sacramento State Water Supply or Water Treatment or Wastewater Collection or Wastewater Treatment Level 1 and 2 courses, or an equivalent level of training.Quick Apply

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