Utilities Operator

Job summary

Operate and maintain water, sewer, drainage, and streetlighting services controlled by the Regional District. Support Water Services team members in meeting service expectations, departmental goals, and objectives.

Job details

Organization Regional District of Nanaimo Region British Columbia Application Deadline October 18, 2026 before 16:00 Hiring Date November 9, 2026 Type Permanent Full-Time Category Water Twitter Facebook Linkedin Send Save Print Description Click here to view full screen Description The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Utilities Operator with Water Services, based at the RDN Water Operations office in Parksville. The Utilities Operator contributes to the effective operation of the Water Services Department by contributing to the effective and efficient operation and maintenance of the water, sewer, drainage, and streetlighting services controlled by the Regional District. This position supports the Water Services Department by assisting team members in their duties to meet service expectations, departmental goals, and objectives. Requirements Qualifications include a Post Secondary Diploma in water technology and/or water treatment plus 2 years of job-related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. The successful incumbent will have EOCP Certifications in Wastewater Collection I, Water Distribution II and Water Treatment I. Valid Class 5 BC Drivers License with Heavy Trailer endorsement or Class 3 BC Driver’s license is required. Skills in the operation and maintenance of standard water distribution and treatment equipment. Skills in laboratory testing, methods, and priorities related to water quality. Mechanical aptitude and ability to read engineering drawings. Ability to deal with the public in a positive and effective manner. Salary & Benefits This is a permanent full-time Union position, working 40 hours per week. The 2026 rate of pay is $39.99 to $42.09. The position offers an attractive benefits package as provided within the collective agreement between the Regional District of Nanaimo and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 401. Contact Email: hr@rdn.bc.ca Other Relevant Information To apply for this position, send your cover letter and resume to rdncareers@rdn.bc.ca, clearly highlighting your education, experience, and qualifications relevant to the role. Please quote 2026-1104 in the subject line of your email to ensure proper processing. From the same organization Parks Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator - Regional District of Nanaimo 19 Oct, 2026

What you’ll do

Operate and maintain water, sewer, drainage, and streetlighting services controlled by the Regional District. Support Water Services team members in meeting service expectations, departmental goals, and objectives.

Requirements

Requires a post-secondary diploma in water technology and/or water treatment, plus two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Applicants must hold EOCP certifications in Wastewater Collection I, Water Distribution II, and Water Treatment I, as well as a valid Class 5 BC driver's license with a heavy trailer endorsement or a Class 3 BC driver's license.

Benefits

• Benefits Package

Listed skills

• Time · Preferred
• email · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• positive · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Water Distribution Equipment Operation and Maintenance
• Water Treatment Equipment Operation and Maintenance
• Laboratory Testing
• Water Quality Testing
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Reading Engineering Drawings
• Public Relations
• Wastewater Collection
• Water Distribution
• Water Treatment

Job areas

• Government & Public Sector
• Trades
• Environmental & Sustainability

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