SENIOR MAINTENANCE WORKER - UTILITIES
Top Benefits
About the role
Regular Full-Time
About Us
One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you!
About You / What We Are Looking For
We are seeking an experienced Senior Maintenance Worker. This role is responsible for overseeing and performing complex tasks related to the maintenance, repair and inspections of water systems and infrastructure. As a Senior Maintenance Worker, you will lead a team of maintenance workers and ensure the delivery of efficient, safe, and reliable services to the community.
Main Duties include but are not limited to:
- Monitor and test the performance of water, storm and sanitary systems and storage facilities; diagnose and assesse mechanical problems and determines appropriate corrective action
- Supervise, Install, Maintain and repair pipes and fittings, fire hydrants, pumps, level controls, cathodic protectors, line valves, pressure reducing valves and other related equipment
- Supervise maintenance workers engaged in maintenance and service work and provide training when necessary
- Responds to trouble calls and emergencies, determines appropriate corrective action and provides related information to contractors and members of the public
Qualifications
- Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia – Class 3 with Air Brake Endorsement
- EOCP Water Distribution certification Level 2
In addition to the above, we are looking for the candidates with the following skills:
- Leadership, mentorship
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Computer skills
What We Offer:
This CUPE position has an hourly rate of $44.98. The City offers an attractive vacation and extended benefits package, including the ability to contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan. Additionally, there is an opportunity to participate in an earned day off day program.
You will have the chance to join a rapidly growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in variety of learning and development opportunities. This position is based in Coquitlam.
Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Coquitlam is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer working towards enhancing equitable practices in our recruitment and retention processes. As an organization we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment to support our growing and diverse work force. To learn more about what equity, diversity, and inclusion means, and the City’s efforts in support of these principles, please visit coquitlam.ca/edi for more information.
If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please contact our team for confidential support. Staff can also provide in-person support if required.
Applicants under consideration may be required to undergo and submit an acceptable police information check.
Good people make Coquitlam great, sign up for career alerts through our recruitment portal to stay up to date about opportunities within our team, or follow us on LinkedIn to learn more about how #YouCouldWorkHere too!
Please apply online at www.coquitlam.ca/careers by 11:55 pm on November 11, 2025.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About City of Coquitlam, BC
We offer exciting municipal careers in human resources, planning and development, parks and recreation, engineering, corporate and strategic initiatives as well as public safety on our civilian police, fire and rescue teams. Even further, we have a wide array of public works positions (including outdoor labourers) plus frequent inside and outside auxiliary or temporary opportunities which are great for summer students or those interested in casual work.
Offering rewarding public service career opportunities with competitive benefits in a municipal environment, we are always recruiting for talented individuals looking to serve the local community. If you are seeking career development or leadership opportunities, a growing and innovative city is the place you want to be! Visit our website today to learn about current job openings with the City of Coquitlam!
SENIOR MAINTENANCE WORKER - UTILITIES
Top Benefits
About the role
Regular Full-Time
About Us
One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you!
About You / What We Are Looking For
We are seeking an experienced Senior Maintenance Worker. This role is responsible for overseeing and performing complex tasks related to the maintenance, repair and inspections of water systems and infrastructure. As a Senior Maintenance Worker, you will lead a team of maintenance workers and ensure the delivery of efficient, safe, and reliable services to the community.
Main Duties include but are not limited to:
- Monitor and test the performance of water, storm and sanitary systems and storage facilities; diagnose and assesse mechanical problems and determines appropriate corrective action
- Supervise, Install, Maintain and repair pipes and fittings, fire hydrants, pumps, level controls, cathodic protectors, line valves, pressure reducing valves and other related equipment
- Supervise maintenance workers engaged in maintenance and service work and provide training when necessary
- Responds to trouble calls and emergencies, determines appropriate corrective action and provides related information to contractors and members of the public
Qualifications
- Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia – Class 3 with Air Brake Endorsement
- EOCP Water Distribution certification Level 2
In addition to the above, we are looking for the candidates with the following skills:
- Leadership, mentorship
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Computer skills
What We Offer:
This CUPE position has an hourly rate of $44.98. The City offers an attractive vacation and extended benefits package, including the ability to contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan. Additionally, there is an opportunity to participate in an earned day off day program.
You will have the chance to join a rapidly growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in variety of learning and development opportunities. This position is based in Coquitlam.
Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Coquitlam is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer working towards enhancing equitable practices in our recruitment and retention processes. As an organization we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment to support our growing and diverse work force. To learn more about what equity, diversity, and inclusion means, and the City’s efforts in support of these principles, please visit coquitlam.ca/edi for more information.
If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please contact our team for confidential support. Staff can also provide in-person support if required.
Applicants under consideration may be required to undergo and submit an acceptable police information check.
Good people make Coquitlam great, sign up for career alerts through our recruitment portal to stay up to date about opportunities within our team, or follow us on LinkedIn to learn more about how #YouCouldWorkHere too!
Please apply online at www.coquitlam.ca/careers by 11:55 pm on November 11, 2025.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About City of Coquitlam, BC
We offer exciting municipal careers in human resources, planning and development, parks and recreation, engineering, corporate and strategic initiatives as well as public safety on our civilian police, fire and rescue teams. Even further, we have a wide array of public works positions (including outdoor labourers) plus frequent inside and outside auxiliary or temporary opportunities which are great for summer students or those interested in casual work.
Offering rewarding public service career opportunities with competitive benefits in a municipal environment, we are always recruiting for talented individuals looking to serve the local community. If you are seeking career development or leadership opportunities, a growing and innovative city is the place you want to be! Visit our website today to learn about current job openings with the City of Coquitlam!