Utilities Student
Job No:
EXT2505
Location:
Penticton, BC
Located in the south-central region of B.C., the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) covers an area over 10,400 km2 and is renowned for its orchards, vineyards and golf courses, as well as its widely varied landscape including deserts, mountains and valleys, pristine lakes and outdoor recreational opportunities.
The RDOS is currently recruiting for a temporary, full-time Utilities Student to join the Public Works team. The Utilities Student is responsible for assisting with the water and wastewater maintenance activities, organizing available service connection data, performing on-site audits of water and wastewater systems, locating and recording valves, hydrants, piping and manholes, as well as assisting with asset management data collection. To be eligible as a student, candidates must be either currently attending college or university, or have just completed studies or intend to return to school in the subsequent academic year.
Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:
- Completion of 1st year in a Water Engineering Technology program or related field.
- Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions.
- Experience working with the public and providing customer service.
- Ability to work independently and efficiently with limited supervision.
- Ability to perform the duties of the position in an office and field setting in variable weather conditions.
- Ability to communicate in a courteous and tactful manner.
- Ability to work variable hours as needed.
- Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
- Valid First Aid Certificate (Basic) or an ability to obtain one.
- Valid BC Driver’s Licence and driver's abstract.
This temporary, full-time (May to August) position is included in the BCGEU bargaining unit. The hourly wage for the position is $25.12 (Jan-Jun) then $25.37 (Jul-Dec) plus 15% in lieu of benefits.
Application Deadline: 4:00 pm, Friday, March 14, 2025
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.