Posted 9 days ago
Trades Improver 1 EOCP, Water Operations
@ City of Surrey
British Columbia
Overview
City of Surrey is hiring four Trades Improver 1 employees in its Engineering Department to install, operate and maintain water mains, services and fire hydrants. The work is manual and physically demanding, reporting to the Utility Operations & Construction Manager, with a union regular full-time position at $37.34 to $37.88 per hour.
Pay:
$37.34–$37.88 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Install water mains, services and connections
- Assemble pipes and fittings, operate valves
- Inspect and maintain fire hydrants
- Evaluate water quality, assist crew members
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12 completion
- Experience in engineering operations, maintenance or construction
- Valid B.C. driver's licence with safe record
- Water Distribution 1 course and EOCP Level 1 (within 2 years)
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-29
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-29
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Construction site |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | EOCP Level 1, Water Distribution 1 |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | High school (required) |
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City of Surrey
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We are one of the fastest growing, culturally diverse cities in Canada. We are a forward thinking, globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. Our combination of entrepreneurial approach, big city resources, and remarkable growth have given us opportunities to build an inclusive and sustainable city where people can live, work and play. Social Media Terms of Use:
- LinkedIn followers
- 41,038
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 2,367
- Reported office locations
- 13450 104 Avenue, Surrey, British Columbia V3T 1V8, CA
- 6651 148 St, Surrey, British Columbia, CA
- 9353 160 St, Surrey, British Columbia, CA
- 2336 166 St, Surrey, British Columbia, CA
- Other recorded names
- City of Surrey
- Specialties
- City Government
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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We are one of the fastest growing, culturally diverse cities in Canada. We are a forward thinking, globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. Our combination of entrepreneurial approach, big city resources, and remarkable growth have given us opportunities to build an inclusive and sustainable city where people can live, work and play. Social Media…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Government Administration |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Surrey, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1879 |
| Specialties | City Government |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 18 |
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Overview
As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city and their careers forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.
Employment Status
Union - CUPE Local 402 - Regular Full-Time
Scope
Are you looking for a job opportunity that has tremendous opportunity for growth and will make a direct impact in the community? The Engineering Department is looking for 4 Trades Improver 1s to join their team! Reporting to the Utility Operations & Construction Manager, the positions involve manual and skilled tasks involving considerable physical effort in performing a variety of civil and utility construction and operations and maintenance related to water systems.
Responsibilities
- Installs water mains, services and connections.
- Assembles pipes together ensuring that tees, bends, crosses, valves and services or related fittings are properly installed.
- Operates (open/close/flush/repair) water valves on water mains and on water services and appurtenances.
- Works with map books and construction drawings.
- Inspects and maintains fire hydrants.
- Evaluates water quality.
- Assists crew members in performing their duties.
- Perform other job-related duties.
Qualifications
- Completion of Grade 12.
- Experience and training in engineering operations maintenance and construction.
- Valid B.C. Driver's License with safe driving record as per the City¿s policy.
- Completion of Water Distribution 1 course.
- EOCP Level 1 certification in good standing.
Other Information
Number of Job Openings: 4
Hourly Rate: $37.34 (Without EOCP1) or $37.88 (With EOCP1)
Learn more about the City of Surrey's Recruitment Process and tips on how to prepare for the interview on CityNet or by clicking here!
Conditions of Employment
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Applicants meeting required qualifications with the exception of Water Distribution 1 Course and Water Distribution EOCP Level 1 certification in good standing may be considered if position cannot be filled with a fully qualified applicant. It is expected the successful applicant obtain the Water Distribution Level 1 course EOCP Level 1 within 2 years of start date.
Closing Date
This job will be posted until November 13, 2026.
Our Values
Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community
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