Operations Service Worker chez City of Burnaby

This position works in the Roads and Drainage organizational unit. This is semi-skilled manual maintenance and construction work in performing routine infrastructure maintenance tasks. An Operation Service Worker completes assigned service requests and routine maintenance work; supervises and assists in the work of one or more staff engaged in unskilled or semi-skilled construction and maintenance tasks, as assigned by a Foreperson; operates a city vehicle in transporting employees, materials and equipment to job sites; and prepares and maintains simple records and work reports. An Operation Service Worker exercises some independence of action and judgment in performing assigned work within defined operating limits, methods and procedures. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Foreperson who assigns work orally or in writing, and checks work in progress and upon completion. Work is evaluated in terms of quality of work, and adherence to established work and safety standards. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include up to high school graduation, supplemented by sound experience in general construction and maintenance work, preferably in a lead-hand capacity; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Considerable knowledge of the practices, methods, tools, materials, equipment and safety precautions used in general construction and maintenance work. Ability to supervise and assist in the work of one or more staff performing unskilled and semi-skilled construction and maintenance tasks. Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia – Class 5; and any certificates necessary for vehicle being operated is required.

Please apply online by October 2, 2025.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.