Job Description

Utility Distribution Technician Trainee

Job

S

tatus:

Permanent Full-Time

Pay & Grade

:

$29.94 to $31.52 Hourly

Grade/Band

:

NA

Hours

of Work

:

40 Hours per week

Initial location:

Kitchener Operations Facility

Posting period:

September 8 to September 21, 2025 (at 6:00pm)

Responsibilities

Perform all labour type tasks in addition to the following tasks under supervision when required:Communicate utility related information to customers. Traffic set up teardown. Perform work on underground gas and water infrastructure within trenches and excavations. Perform various maintenance activities on underground gas and water infrastructure including operating gas/ water valves, hydrants etc. Work in all inclement weather conditions e.g. Rain, snow, hot and cold conditions repairing water and gas failures at all hours. Complete all applicable forms/reports on paper and computers. Drive dump trucks and operate other equipment. Respond to and make safe various gas and water emergencies at all hours. Pinpoint gas and water leaks. Complete various gas and water infrastructure inspections. Take water samples. Perform other related duties as assigned. Perform 3rd party inspection as required. Perform water quality investigations and notifications thoroughly. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum of a Grade 12 education. Minimum of 1 year construction experience. Valid "DZ" Class driver's license in good standing and must be a competent dump truck driver. Must score 3+ on the TOWES assessment, able to pass oral and written examinations. Reside within the primary response residency limits (30 mins maximum response time to Kitchener Operations Facility). Be physically fit and capable of performing manual labour. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Capable of meeting performance standards to upgrade by successfully completing classroom and practical competency tests and required certifications and qualifications. Able to obtain a Ministry of the Environment Level 2 Water Distribution Certification. Able to obtain a Gas Pipeline Inspector's certification after successfully attaining the 2nd class utility distribution technician job category. Capable and willing to progress through the system leading eventually to Utility Distribution Technician. Must be able to be on call on a shared rotation for after hour's emergencies. Overtime is an expectation, as required. Preference will be given to those holding a Ministry of the Environment Water Distribution Certification and/or a Gas Pipeline Inspectors certification. Further preference will be given to candidates holding other post-Secondary related technical skills in either Gas or Water Distribution areas. Reliable with a good attitude and employment record.

Department/

Division

:

Infrastructure Services, Gas and Water Utilities

Group:

IBEW

Competition Number

:

2025-336

Job Code:

7059

Number of positions

:

4

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