City of West Kelowna

Co-op Student - Utilities

West Kelowna, BC, Canada - Internship

CO-OP STUDENT – UTILITIES

The City of West Kelowna has openings for 4 or 8-month co-op students in the Water Engineering Technology field to gain valuable hands-on experience by completing a work term in our Public Works Department – Utilities Division. The department is responsible for the Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection System infrastructure operation and maintenance, and the focus of these positions will  be to support and learn from the dedicated team of Utility Operators relating to: 
  • Water System rounds and inspections of pump stations, network reservoirs, re-chlorination systems, and online water quality analyzers. Operation and Maintenance Programs include valve locating and exercising, water quality sampling, hydrant and PRV maintenance, unidirectional flushing, leak detection, water leak repairs and more.
  • Wastewater Collections Network rounds and inspections, lift station maintenance, odor control, inflow and infiltration program, CCTV and more. 

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Current enrollment in a registered Water Engineering Technology program or similar Water and Wastewater Tech program preferred and are in their second or third year
  • Must be attending college or university during the last school term and returning to studies in the subsequent academic year, depending on the program
  • Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office
  • Familiarity with SCADA and SCADA interfaces
  • Excellent communication/interpersonal skills – verbal and written
  • High attention to detail
  • Hands on skills and physically fit in order to accomplish maintenance tasks
  • Valid Class 5 BC Drivers License preferred; Drivers Abstract required when applying
The four or eight-month co-op student term will start in May until end of August, or December respectfully working 40 hours/week Monday to Friday. The hourly rate is $25.29 plus 14% in lieu pay.

Applications are accepted online at westkelownacity.ca/jobs. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
 
Competition No. 26-02E | Opens December 22, 2024 | Closes February 13, 2026
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