MAINTENANCE WORKER, REGULAR FULL-TIME
COMPETITION NO. 25-23
Internal Opportunity Only
This is a Union Position
About our Community:
Located on the traditional territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən Peoples, the Township of Esquimalt acknowledges its neighbouring First Nations and is committed to building strong and enduring relationships with the Kosapsum and Songhees First Nations.
The Township of Esquimalt, with a population of over 17,000 is recognized as a vibrant, distinct, resilient, and diverse community for people to discover, feel welcome and belong. The Township is home to Canada’s Pacific Navy and boasts extensive amenities including beautiful parks and beaches, scenic waterfront walkways as well as modern recreational facilities.
About our Organization:
With a high functioning, progressive Council and leadership team, and dedicated, engaged staff, the Township is an organization committed to working collaboratively to continue making Esquimalt one of the most desirable places to live, work and play.
The Township of Esquimalt is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become.
About the Opportunity:
The Public Works Department is seeking a motivated individual to fill a full-time Maintenance Worker position. Reporting to the Public Works Supervisor, the Maintenance Worker performs a wide variety of maintenance, minor construction, and repairs to street furniture, municipal equipment, building fixtures, irrigation systems, playground equipment and municipal facilities. This role requires a candidate with a diverse maintenance skill set including skills in carpentry, basic plumbing and construction, masonry, welding, and the ability to maintain irrigation and sewer systems. Additionally they will be required to operate a forklift, light tractors, bucket trucks and municipal vehicles.
Our Preferred Candidate:
The ideal candidate will have three years related experience supplemented by certifications in the following: Backflow Assembly Tester, Irrigation Technician - Level 1 and 2 Landscape, Bucket Truck Operator, and Forklift Operator. A valid class 5 B.C driver’s license, basic first aid certification, and WHMIS certification are required. A class 3 driver’s license with air brake endorsement and traffic control certification are an asset.
Salary: $34.89 hourly (2024 rates) plus benefits
Hours per week: 40
Prior to applying, please review the attached job description above, which provides a detailed outline of key duties and required qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified internal applicants are encouraged to apply.
Please submit your resume and covering letter quoting competition no. 25-23 by 4:00 p.m. by March 18, 2025 to: hr@esquimalt.ca.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Date posted: March 11, 2025