Posted 9 months ago
Water Technician
@ City of Nanaimo
Nanaimo, British Columbia
Overview
The City of Nanaimo is hiring a permanent full-time Water Technician reporting to the Senior Water Technician. The role covers installation, operation, maintenance and treatment at water pump stations, pressure reducing stations, chlorination points, standby generators and reservoirs, plus water quality lab analysis and sampling. The posting states a 40-hour week, a CUPE bargaining unit position, an hourly wage of $42.34 rising to $44.57, and possible on-call rotation.
Pay:
$42.34–$44.57 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Install, operate, modify and maintain water pump and pressure reducing stations
- Perform chlorination, screening and standby generator duties
- Carry out water quality laboratory analysis and government sampling programs
- Participate in on-call rotation in Waterworks when required
Requirements summary:
- Valid Level III EOCP Water Distribution Certificate or equivalent
- One year of experience in a Class III water distribution system
- Valid Chlorine Handler Certificate
- Valid Class 5 BC driver's licence
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Source type not verified · nanaimo
- Employer posting date
- 2026-01-29
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors, Laboratory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Level III EOCP Water Distribution Certificate, Chlorine Handler Certificate |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Perks mentioned | Relocation assistance |
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City of Nanaimo
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 19 |
Job Summary
The City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Water Technician. Reporting to the Senior Water Technician, the incumbent carries out the installation, operation, modification, maintenance, and treatment duties related to all water pump stations, pressure reducing stations, chlorination/screening points, standby generators and satellite reservoirs. The Water Technician is required to perform general water quality laboratory analysis and government water sampling programs. The incumbent may be required to participate in the on-call rotation of personnel in Waterworks.
Duties and Responsibilities
Please see the job description and additional information PDF below.
Requirements
Applicants must have a valid and in good standing Level III EOCP Water Distribution Certificate or equivalent provincial certification with a provincial sharing certification reciprocity, plus 1 year of experience in a Class III water distribution system. Possession of a valid Chlorine Handler Certificate and a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License are required.
Compensation and Benefits
This is a CUPE bargaining unit position based on a 40-hour work week, and subject to Article 1(d) - Probationary Period as set out in the Union Collective Agreement. The hourly wage is $42.34, increasing to $44.57 after 60 working days (Jan 2025 Rates). Relocation assistance may be provided to the successful applicant.
Comments
Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials. To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter (.docx or PDF file format) to [email protected] referencing the specific competition 26-14.
The City of Nanaimo is an inclusive employer that values diversity and invites applications from all qualified individuals who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If shortlisted for the role and need an accommodation within the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs.
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