Utility Labourer or Utility Operator

Lake Country is the Province’s fastest growing municipality and is a vibrant community of approximately 15,000 citizens located in the heart of the rapidly growing Okanagan Valley, less than a half hour drive from Kelowna and mere minutes to beautiful orchards, wineries, farms and the serenity of the Okanagan lakes. With its strategic vicinity to the Kelowna International Airport (10 minutes’ drive) and the University of BC Okanagan campus (12 minutes’ drive), residents enjoy hot summers and temperate winters with boundless opportunities for year-round recreation – from water sports to cycling, golfing, skiing, hiking and much more. If you are searching to relocate to a community that truly has it all, join our team and experience ‘Life. The Okanagan Way!’

The District of Lake Country

Utility Labourer or Utility Operator

About the Opportunity
The District of Lake Country has an exciting opportunity for a permanent full-time Utility Labourer or Utility Operator (40 hours per week) based in Lake Country, BC.

Reporting to the Utilities Manager, the Utility Labourer or Utility Operator is responsible for performing utility operations relating to the safe and efficient operation of District Water Systems. Utility operations include construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of water supply and distribution systems, pump, pressure regulation, pressure release, air and/or vacuum valves, fire hydrants, treatment facilities, hydro plant, intake structures, dams, reservoirs, and appurtenances. The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and requires a high degree of technical problem solving and good interpersonal and communication skills. Utility Labourers or Utility Operators may also perform other related duties working with other District departments as required.

More About You
To qualify for this role as a Utility Labourer, you must have a minimum of grade 12 education, a minimum of one year's experience in water distribution and waterworks construction , preferably in a municipal setting, and a valid British Columbia Class 5 Driver's License .

To qualify for this role as a Utility Operator , you must have one year towards a diploma in water engineering technology or similar; a minimum of one year of experience in water distribution or waterworks construction , preferably in a local government utility setting; valid Water Operator EOCP certification; Chlorine Handlers Certificate (BCWAA) or qualifies to obtain; and a valid British Columbia Class 5 Driver's License.

Above all, we value a collaborative attitude, fostering positive working relationships with staff, and tactfully conveying information and policies to the public.

About the Benefits

• The hourly rate of pay for this unionized position as a Utility Labourer will be $35.80 (2026 wage rate);
• The hourly rate of pay for this unionized position as a Utility Operator will be based on the level of qualifications in EOCP and years of experience but will start at $37.69 per hour (2026 wage rate);
• Generous vacation and wellness leave;
• 100% employer covered health and paramedical benefits;
• Professional and education development support;
• An attractive pension program; and
• Opportunity to join our collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work culture.

Applicants will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will remain open until filled.

We will be contacting applicants who meet our requirements as applications are received and this posting may close ahead of the official closing date if a successful candidate is identified.

For additional details please see the job descriptions below:

Utility Labourer
Utility Operator

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The District of Lake Country is committed to being an equal opportunity employer who embraces and respects diversity. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting View email address on civicjobs.ca .