Water & Sewer Maintainer I

Job Description

Job title: Water & Sewer Maintainer I

Company: City of Yellowknife

Job description: The City of Yellowknife is an inclusive employer offering a dynamic and rewarding work environment that delivers valuable services to our residents. Working in Local Government provides many opportunities to not only develop your career but also to improve the lives of residents and visitors to Yellowknife! At the City, the diverse backgrounds of our employees help us to create a positive, safe and fun environment for us all. The City is committed to hiring a diverse and skilled workforce that is representative of the community, strengthening our ability to provide high-quality services and excellent customer service to residents. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourages Indigenous persons, visible minorities, and persons with a disability to self-declare when submitting their applications.Are you an outdoors-loving, motivated self-starter with a great attitude who is up for a challenge? We are currently seeking two individuals to join our Water and Sewer Division within the Public Works Department as Water & Sewer Maintainer I.Reporting to the Superintendent, Water and Sewer and under the direct supervision of the Supervisor, Water and Sewer, the Water and Sewer Maintainer I assists with repairing, maintaining and installing all City water and sewer infrastructure that provides essential services to the residents of Yellowknife. The incumbent is required to take part in the standby (on call) rotation as a back-up to be able to assist with emergencies. The incumbent has the capacity to advance to a Water & Sewer Maintainer II after a minimum of three (3) years in the position and completion of all required certification including demonstrated competence in the operation of all equipment and an understanding of the City’s water and sewer systems.The incumbent requires a High School Diploma and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in an industrial/mechanical field. A valid Class 3 (with air endorsement) NWT Driver’s License is also required. We are willing to mentor and support the training for the applicant who shows us their positive attitude and commitment to our organization.The City of Yellowknife offers a competitive annual salary range of $70,872 – $83,124 plus a comprehensive benefits package that includes housing and vacation travel allowances totaling $450 per month, and a defined benefit pension plan.Qualified applicants are required to apply no later than September 6, 2024.Please visit the City of Yellowknife Website at: to submit your resume.Please be advised that the City of Yellowknife requires all prospective employees to provide a criminal records check prior to employment. We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

Location: Northwest Territories

Job date: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 22:58:44 GMT