Utilities Lead Hand

City of Cranbrook

$88K *
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Grade 12 Diploma or GED required.
  • Valid Class 3 BC Driver's License with Air Endorsement needed.
  • EOCP certification for Water and Wastewater operations is mandatory: WD2, WT2, WWC2, WWT1, Cross Connection Tester.
  • Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certification required.
  • Chlorine Handler's Certificate equivalent to BCWWA required.
  • Approved Confined Space Entry Level 2 training needed.
  • Supervisory Safety Certificate from BC Municipal Safety Association preferred.
  • 12 years of experience in Municipal Public Works or relevant private industry.

Responsibilities

  • Manage operations, maintenance, and installation of water distribution systems.
  • Oversee the operation and maintenance of wastewater collection and treatment systems.
  • Supervise staff engaged in daily public works activities.
  • Identify causes of system failures and troubleshoot effectively.
  • Ensure compliance with safety procedures and regulations in all operations.
  • Maintain accurate records of system performance and maintenance activities.
  • Respond to emergency situations and participate in Disaster Services as needed.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive training and ongoing educational opportunities provided.
  • Work-life balance supported through various scheduling options.
  • Engagement in public service and community improvement efforts.
  • Possibility for career advancement within the municipal structure.
  • Team-oriented work environment with a focus on safety and well-being.
Full Job Description
Job Details

POSTING TYPE: InternalPOSITION TYPE: Full-timeHOURS OF WORK: 40- hour work week, as per schedule

HOURLY RATE $42.52 per hour, Schedule "B" Outside Employees

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

  • Grade 12 Diploma or GED


LICENSES / CERTIFICATES

  • Valid Class three (3) BC Driver's License with Air Endorsement
  • Valid Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP) certification as:
    • Water Distribution 2 (WD2) Operator
    • Water Treatment 2 (WT2) Operator
    • Wastewater Collection 2 (WWC2) Operator
    • Wastewater Treatment 1 (WWT1) Operator
    • Cross Connection Assembly Tester
    • Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certification
  • Chlorine Handler's certificate equivalent to that issued by the BCWWA
  • Approved training in Confined Space Entry Level 2
  • Approved Ground Disturbance Level 2
  • Underground Utility Locators designation
  • Public Works Association of BC Public Works Supervisor Level One (1), or equivalent;
  • BC Municipal Safety Association, Supervisors Safety Certificate Program.
  • The above EOCP certifications may be required to be amended from time to time depending on relevant legislation and regulations.


EXPERIENCE

  • Twelve (12) years' Municipal Public Works experience, or work experience of a similar nature in private industry, including:

    • Six (6) years' direct hands-on work experience with day-to-day involvement with operation, maintenance and/or installation of water distribution systems.
    • Four (4) years' direct hands-on work experience with day-to-day involvement with operation, maintenance and/or installation of wastewater collection and/or treatment systems.
    • Two (2) years supervisory experience within the past 4 years in a related industry.


SPECIFIC SKILLS

  • Excellent knowledge of water distribution and waste water collection system operating principles and practices.
  • Ability to identify possible and probable causes associated with water distribution, waste water collection and treatment, and storm sewer collection system problems, blockages and failures.
  • Knowledge of safety hazards associated with working in and around water distribution and waste water collection systems and appropriate safe work procedures.
  • Knowledge of safe work procedures, appropriate signage and work site protection when working on travelled road surfaces.
  • Excellent organization and time management skills.
  • Intermediate level word processing and spreadsheet ability.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise considerable tact, courtesy and diplomacy in the exchange of routine information with utility companies, City employees, contractors and the public.
  • High degree of initiative and sound judgement.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform all of the duties outlined in a safe manner following established City policies and procedures; WorkSafeBC, Occupational Health and Safety Rules, WHMIS and TDG.
  • Committed to pursuing and attending on-going training and educational opportunities relevant to the position.
  • Available and willing to work various schedules, weekends, holidays, day,
  • evening, and night shifts as outlined in the Collective Agreement.
  • Respond to emergency callouts and undertake responsibilities specific to Disaster Services.


SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • SCADA operating principles, application and software programming.
  • A satisfactory Police Information Check.


CLOSING DATE: 09/23/2026

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