Planning Technician

City of Abbotsford

$85K — $100K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Post-secondary diploma in Geography or related discipline
  • Minimum of one year experience in a planning environment
  • Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence

Responsibilities

  • Prepare maps and diagrams for development applications
  • Develop graphics and PowerPoint presentations for reports
  • Conduct research on land use and zoning matters
  • Assist with processing development applications
  • Provide information to the public regarding land use

Benefits

  • Ongoing personal and professional development opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Unionized position with CUPE Local 774
  • Rewarding work environment in a fast-growing municipality
Full Job Description
Job Number:

J0226-0433

Job Title:

Planning Technician

Job Type:

Full time

Subgroup:

CA01 - CUPE-Schedule A

Number of Positions:

1

Date Posted:

June 25, 2026

Closing Date:

July 9, 2026

Salary:

$40.95 - $48.18/Hour

The City of Abbotsford's Planning and Development Services Department is seeking an experienced and self-motivated professional to join their dynamic team as a Planning Technician supporting the Development Planning department.

As the City of Abbotsford's newest Planning Technician, you will prepare maps and diagrams for development applications, reports, studies, legal covenants and bylaws using GIS software and other related software applications. Your attention to detail will help you to prepare graphics and power point presentations for planning reports and studies, complete research tasks, and prepare land use information letters.

The Planning Technician will assist Development Planning in processing development applications. Your strong relationship building skills will assist in working with and providing information to the public on land use matters, such as explanation of zoning bylaws and the Official Community Plan.

To be considered for this position, you must have:
• Post-secondary diploma in Geography or equivalent related discipline.
• Minimum of one year's experience in a planning environment; and
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence.

This position is unionized, CUPE Local 774, and the hourly rate of pay is from $40.95 to $48.18.

At the City of Abbotsford we work strongly to create a challenging yet rewarding environment for our employees to thrive. We offer ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

If you are looking for a challenge and an opportunity to make an impact in a fast growing municipality, we want to hear from you!

Closing Date: July 9, 2026

Please note: You should receive a confirmation email once you have successfully applied for this position. If you do not, please contact the Njoyn Help Desk at [email protected] or 1-877-427-7717 Monday - Friday 8am - 8pm (EST).

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