At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate and maintain the City's wastewater and stormwater systems with a focus on safety.
- Company: Join the City of Colwood, a vibrant seaside community dedicated to environmental preservation.
- Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and competitive pay of $37.42/hr.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a dynamic public works department.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while working in a supportive team environment.
- Qualifications: Minimum two years of relevant experience and required licenses for utility operations.
The predicted salary is between 37.42 - 37.42 $ per hour.
- City of Colwood
- Utililty Operator I
- POSTING ID #: COC20261029_UOI
- POSITION TITLE: UTILITY OPERATOR I
- DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC WORKS – UTILITIES
- POSITION TYPE: REGULAR FULL-TIME UNION POSITION
- POSTING TYPE: INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
- HOURS OF WORK: Monday – Friday between 7:00am – 4:30pm, 40 hours per week
BENEFITS
- A comprehensive benefits package per the terms of the Collective Agreement
The City of Colwood, on the traditional territory of the Songhees and Kosapsum Nations, is a spectacular seaside community set apart by its outstanding natural setting and exceptional quality of life for people of all ages and abilities.
Preserving connections to nature and protecting our natural environment while supporting the prosperity of residents and businesses are priorities for the City.
Just 25 minutes from downtown Victoria on the West Shore and home to roughly 22,000 residents, the City of Colwood is a great community and organization to be a part of.
The City of Colwood has an opportunity for a Full‐Time Regular UTILITY OPERATOR I to join our Utilities team within the Public Works Department.
This is a UNION position with CUPE Local 374.
We are seeking a skilled and dependable utilities professional who holds the required licenses and certifications and has the experience to support the operation and maintenance of the City's wastewater collection and stormwater systems.
Our ideal candidate is a collaborative and safety-focused team member who brings practical knowledge of wastewater collection and stormwater systems, sound judgment, and hands‐on experience with utility operations, maintenance, and construction.
- MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Minimum two (2) years experience directly related to the work to be performed.
- Experience in the operation of Sanitary Lift Stations.
- Experience in the construction and maintenance practices of sanitary and drain networks.
- Experience working around various pieces of mobile construction equipment.
- Experience working in and around underground excavations.
- Snow plowing/clearing experience is an asset.
- Experience with light to heavy machinery is an asset.
- Confined Space Entry Training is an asset.
- Fall Protection Training is an asset.
- Heavy Trailer Endorsement or Class 3 License is an asset.
*An equivalent combination of education/training and experience may be considered.
- REQUIRED LICENCES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Possession of a valid BC Driver's License, minimum Class 5, with air brake endorsement.
- EOCP Wastewater Collection Level I.
- Possession of a valid Traffic Control Person Certificate.
- A complete job description is available at www. colwood. ca/careers
- Applications will be accepted until 4:30pm on Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Initially shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in a job‐related practical assessment designed to evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential duties of the position.
Evidence of required qualifications may be requested prior to further advancement in the competition.
Job Description
Utility Operator I in Highlands employer: City of Colwood
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