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Trades I - Utilities(Full- Time)Job ID:J0726-0050Job Title:26-067e - Trades I - Utilities (Full-Time)Job Type:Regular Full TimeLocation:Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, CanadaFind out why our AMAZING employees love working for the City of Port Coquitlam!Affectionately known as ?PoCo?, we are an award-winning values-based organization made up of a diverse and dedicated team of people who care deeply about the community they serve.This is recreation work that involves instructing/facilitating programs and services, preparing individual program plans and promoting interest and encouraging participation in program activity. Duties are performed within established guidelines but independent action and initiative is exercised on individual aspects of the programs. Work is performed under general supervision and is evaluated by a supervisor in terms of effectiveness of instruction, services provided and conformance to established practices.To perform a variety of semi-skilled tasks related to the operation, maintenance (O&M) and construction of the water distribution, wastewater and storm collection systems. Under the general direction of a Supervisor, a Utilities Trade I shall be involved in the day to day operation, maintenance and repaid of these systems, working closely with crews and independently performing a variety of O&M tasks and programs, such as but not limited to: installing/repairing watermains, sanitary and storm mains, services, hydrant maintenance, uni-directional flushing, flush/vacuum of sanitary and storm mains, services, and manholes, installation/repair of water meters as well as the repair and maintenance of the City?s pumping and PRV stations.Some of the key responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to: Perform maintenance and construction of the water distribution, wastewater and storm water collection systems and their associated facilities in accordance with British Columbia Drinking Water & Municipal Wastewater Codes of Practice, Regulations and Legislation Record water quality parameters within water distribution system including the collection of water samples Flush, clean and maintain the water distribution network and associated system appurtenances; including but not limited to: fire hydrants, water blow-offs, valves, manholes, chambers Install, troubleshoot, read water meters as required Maintain yards, yards, facilities and properties associated with the City?s water, sewer and storm infrastructure Maintain sewer collection system including: mains, service laterals, manholes lift stations and force mains Maintain storm collection systems including: catch basins, manholes, storm mains, pump station inlets and outlets Maintain the highest levels of safety and environmental consideration to perform all tasks Respond to emergent infrastructure failures, minimize damage and ensure public safety; including but limited to: water and sewer main breaks, mainline and service lateral blockages or obstructions, etc.The successful candidate for this position will have: Experience and knowledge in the operation maintenance and construction of municipal water distribution, sanitary and storm collection systems. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the performance of departmental related operation and maintenance procedures. (ideally, a minimum of 2 years? experience) Valid Class 5 BC Motor Vehicle Operators License Environmental Operator Certification in Water Distribution I & Wastewater Collection I accredited through the Environmental Operator Certification Program (EOCP) (although consideration will be given to candidates who have only one of the two required EOCP certifications in the first instance)Why should you consider working for us? Our organization is the ideal size for you to make a difference and have an impact We care deeply about our community We have a strong learning culture and want our people to grow and succeed An hourly starting wage of $36.25 (2025