Water Utility Person & Utility Person (Sewers) Municipality: City of Abbotsford This posting closed on June 27, 2010 at 4:30 PM Job ID: C10-79 & C10-80 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying) Department: Engineering Operations Job Description: The fifth largest city in BC, and with one of the fastest growing economies in the country, Abbotsford is truly a community of opportunity. Located 50 minutes form downtown Vancouver and nestled in the Fraser Valley, Abbotsford???s views and natural beauty are unrivalled. Abbotsford offers a thriving urban centre with all the amenities of big city living at a fraction of the cost. As an employer, Abbotsford is not your typical municipality. We value progress, customer service, integrity and our unique ability to provide diverse innovate services. We manage our own law enforcement and emergency services, as well as an International Airport. Abbotsford is an excellent place to live, work and raise a family. Water Utility Person ??? 3 positions available! & Utility Person (Sewers) ??? 4 positions available! These full-time positions involve the responsibility for the day to day operation of the City???s water systems including the repair, maintenance and construction of waterworks and sewers infrastructure. Considerable knowledge of waterworks distribution systems, including mechanical and control systems required to operate and maintain water pumping and storage facilities is a must. As the successful candidate you must have: ??? Completion of Grade 12 ??? Completion of post-secondary courses in waterworks at a recognized college trades school, Environmental Operators or similar organization ??? A minimum of 1 year of experience in waterworks ??? Valid Driver???s License (Class 3 with air) and Level 1 of the BC Environmental Operator???s Certification Program. The hourly rate of pay for these union positions is from $20.52 to $24.14 per hour (2009 rates). In addition, the City of Abbotsford offers a comprehensive benefits package. If you want to work for a progressive municipal government that strives for excellence, enjoy being technically challenged and thrive in a strong team environment we want to hear from you! Please visit our website at http://www.abbotsford.ca/careers for further information on these and other available opportunities. Please submit your resume and cover letter online at www.abbotsford.ca/careers by June 27, 2010. Internal candidates will be given priority for consideration. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Web Address: www.abbotsford.ca Address: City of Abbotsford 32315 South Fraser Way Abbotsford BC V2T 1W7 Opening Date: June 7, 2010 08:30 AM Closing Date: June 27, 2010 04:30 PM Back