Top Benefits
About the role
Spread across one of the largest and fastest-growing cities in British Columbia, Surrey Schools is the city's biggest employer. Located on Canada's spectacular West Coast and nestled in the southwest corner of Green Timbers Urban Forest, we are just 30 minutes southeast of the city of Vancouver.? Surrey Schools is the largest and fastest growing public school district in BC, and with 140 sites across 316km2, most of our staff are able to work close to home. The Surrey School District team of approximately 10,000 employees works tirelessly every day to ensure that children are getting the best start they can, providing the preparation to be our leaders tomorrow.
Reporting to the Grounds Utility Foreperson, this position will be responsible for performing welding and metal fabrication tasks across various Surrey School sites. Your strong knowledge of welding techniques, materials, tools, and safety procedures, combined with your expertise in blueprint reading, metalworking methods, and fabrication standards, will make you a valuable member of the team. Leadership skills and hands-on experience are essential as you may assist in guiding or training other employees involved in maintenance work. Success in this role requires excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while responding to urgent repairs or time-sensitive projects.
The Surrey School District prides itself on providing our facilities with staff with an excellent work-life balance. This day-only position offers a shift of 7am-3pm, Monday to Friday. The successful applicant will be based out of the beautiful District Facilities Centre located in the heart of Surrey.
Required Qualifications & Certifications:
- Red Seal Welder Certification or recognized provincial Trades Qualification
- Valid CWB Welding Certifications (SMAW/MCAW/GMAW – all positions)
- W47.1 (steel) and W47.2 (aluminum) CWB endorsements (or ability to obtain)
- Minimum 3 years of field welding and fabrication experience
- Proficient in structural and vehicle welding, including both steel and aluminum
- Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License
- Ability to interpret and work from drawings and construction standards
- Strong knowledge of shop and field safety practices
Desirable Assets:
- Experience with vehicle and equipment maintenance (welding focus)
- Previous work in K–12 education or public sector organizations
- Certifications in fall protection, confined space, or mobile equipment operation
- Ability to perform minor locksmithing or maintenance support tasks
This is a unionized position that offers a 37.5-hour work week with an hourly wage rate of $40.65, plus a liberal benefit package including Municipal Pension, health, vacation and sick benefits.
Interested and qualified applicants should apply on-line at by 4:00pm, Monday July 31st, 2025.
NOTE: The successful applicant is required to consent to a Criminal Record Search prior to employment. Only applicants selected for interviews are contacted.
Top Benefits
About the role
Spread across one of the largest and fastest-growing cities in British Columbia, Surrey Schools is the city's biggest employer. Located on Canada's spectacular West Coast and nestled in the southwest corner of Green Timbers Urban Forest, we are just 30 minutes southeast of the city of Vancouver.? Surrey Schools is the largest and fastest growing public school district in BC, and with 140 sites across 316km2, most of our staff are able to work close to home. The Surrey School District team of approximately 10,000 employees works tirelessly every day to ensure that children are getting the best start they can, providing the preparation to be our leaders tomorrow.
Reporting to the Grounds Utility Foreperson, this position will be responsible for performing welding and metal fabrication tasks across various Surrey School sites. Your strong knowledge of welding techniques, materials, tools, and safety procedures, combined with your expertise in blueprint reading, metalworking methods, and fabrication standards, will make you a valuable member of the team. Leadership skills and hands-on experience are essential as you may assist in guiding or training other employees involved in maintenance work. Success in this role requires excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while responding to urgent repairs or time-sensitive projects.
The Surrey School District prides itself on providing our facilities with staff with an excellent work-life balance. This day-only position offers a shift of 7am-3pm, Monday to Friday. The successful applicant will be based out of the beautiful District Facilities Centre located in the heart of Surrey.
Required Qualifications & Certifications:
- Red Seal Welder Certification or recognized provincial Trades Qualification
- Valid CWB Welding Certifications (SMAW/MCAW/GMAW – all positions)
- W47.1 (steel) and W47.2 (aluminum) CWB endorsements (or ability to obtain)
- Minimum 3 years of field welding and fabrication experience
- Proficient in structural and vehicle welding, including both steel and aluminum
- Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License
- Ability to interpret and work from drawings and construction standards
- Strong knowledge of shop and field safety practices
Desirable Assets:
- Experience with vehicle and equipment maintenance (welding focus)
- Previous work in K–12 education or public sector organizations
- Certifications in fall protection, confined space, or mobile equipment operation
- Ability to perform minor locksmithing or maintenance support tasks
This is a unionized position that offers a 37.5-hour work week with an hourly wage rate of $40.65, plus a liberal benefit package including Municipal Pension, health, vacation and sick benefits.
Interested and qualified applicants should apply on-line at by 4:00pm, Monday July 31st, 2025.
NOTE: The successful applicant is required to consent to a Criminal Record Search prior to employment. Only applicants selected for interviews are contacted.