Technical Assistant - Temporary Full-time Municipality: Township of Langley This posting closed on May 7, 2012 at 4:30 PM Job ID: U043 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying) Department: Operations - Utilities Job Description: Join a “Community of Communities” – the Township of Langley, home to over 100,000 residents, is committed to providing progressive business, housing, and recreational opportunities, while balancing its unique mix of urban growth and rural beauty. A truly fun and beautiful place to work, the Township of Langley offers competitive salaries; excellent benefit packages; municipal pension plan; employee wellness programs; and, opportunities for professional development and career growth. The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for a temporary full-time (from approx. May 28, 2012 to approx. November 30, 2012) Technical Assistant to join our team of professionals in the Engineering Division; Operations - Utilities Department. Reporting to the Sewer & Construction Superintendent, you will be responsible in this unionized position for assisting in determining the amount and location of work required and following through to completion; inspecting hydrants, water meters, air valves and other utilities equipment to gather information on make, model, serial number, location, etc. as well as inspecting properties to confirm records of the type of use, i.e., industrial, commercial, institutional, agricultural, residential, etc. You will also contact residents and property owners for status checks regarding ongoing programs and to gather information. Your education will include completion of the first year of an undergraduate degree or diploma in Earth Science, Environmental Studies, Geography, Engineering and/or a GIS and Mapping Technology program. Work experience in a municipal government or private engineering department an asset. You will have the ability to prioritize and schedule tasks to meet deadlines, compile and analyze statistics related to the work as well as the ability to communicate effectively with others orally and in writing. You will have skill in the use of computer and drafting equipment and related software required in the work. A valid BC Class 5 (full-privilege) driver’s license is required. The CUPE rate of pay for this position is $23.00- $27.02 per hour (2011 rates), plus 12% in lieu of benefits. The hours of work are Monday to Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm. If you wish to pursue this exciting career in a growing community, please send your résumé quoting competition file # U043 along with a cover letter and copies of the applicable certificates/designations, in confidence to: Mail or in person: Township of Langley Human Resources Division, 4th Floor 20338 - 65 Avenue, Langley, BC V2Y 3J1 Fax #: 604.533.6129 Email: Visit the Careers section at tol.ca for informationon how to apply The closing date for this competition is by 4:30pm Monday, May 7, 2012 We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Skill Requirements: Your education will include completion of the first year of an undergraduate degree or diploma in Earth Science, Environmental Studies, Geography, Engineering and/or a GIS and Mapping Technology program. Web Address: tol.ca Address: Township of Langley 4th Floor Civic Facility 20338 65 Avenue Langley, BC, V2Y 3J1 E-mail: hrinfo@tol.ca Fax: 604.533.6129 Opening Date: April 23, 2012 08:30 AM Closing Date: May 7, 2012 04:30 PM Back