Hydrant & Hot Tapping Technician

Our growing company is currently seeking a motivated, mechanically inclined individual to join our team in the Lower Mainland, BC

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Support the senior technicians and train in our Langley office to perform hot tapping, line stopping, valve insertion, nitrogen line freezing and hydrant maintenance on your own.
- Complete required measurements, calculations and safety documentation on our digital platform.
- Set up truck with the required tools, supplies and equipment.
- Tear down, repair/maintenance, and rebuild hot tapping machines, tools and specialty equipment.
- Shop maintenance and cleanup
- Receive and examine shipments, record shortages and any irregularities or discrepancies
- Unload, unpack, verify and receive items against purchase orders
- Stocking items on shelving
- Document all hot tapping services activity as required on our digital platform
- Properly use, care for and maintain company tools, equipment, and company vehicles.
- Communicate with customers and all parties professionally at the work site and in the shop for the purpose of maintaining our reputation.
- Perform other related duties as directed by supervisor.
- Follow company policies, procedures and required training.
- Ability to multitask and assist wherever needed on a daily basis

**Required Qualifications**
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Technical school or related training preferred.
- Clean Driver’s License (abstract will be requested)
- Mechanical experience preferred.
- Travel Requirements: Daily travel to job sites throughout Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Will be asked to travel occasionally throughout BC, Alberta and Saskatchewan.
- Self-motivated and capable of working alone
- Able to work 12+ hour days on occasion
- Capable of driving large service trucks with trailers (5500 series service trucks)

**Work Conditions**
- Must be willing to work flexible hours with mínimal notice. Some nights/weekends. Usual work week M-F 8:00 to 4:00
- Field duties require indoor and outdoor work in municipal, commercial and industrial settings.
- Working in plant and/or shop areas around production machinery with potential high noise levels, confined space, from heights and in excavations.
- Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by WorkSafe BC for personal protection, including being clean shaven for use of respirator.
- May be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis.

**Physical and Mental Requirements**
- Ability to lift and carry 50+ pounds
- Excellent communication skills and ability to follow procedural instructions both oral and written. Ability to multitask and focus efficiently.
- Sufficient personal mobility to maneuver within commercial and industrial settings to include the ability to gain access to elevated platforms via ladders and stairwells as well as confined spaces through small access hatches.

**What We Offer**
- Union Wages and Benefits
- Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications
- In-House and external training and advancement opportunities
- Employment stability - no employee turnover since 2015
- Engaged leadership that is focused on continuous improvement and growth
- Positive work life balance

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $28.00-$36.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Langley, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- english (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (preferred)
- Night Shift (preferred)
- Overnight Shift (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (preferred)

Work Location: One location