Utility Systems Technician - ᐃᒥᕐᒧᑦ ᑭᓈᓗᖕᒧᓪᓗ ᐱᓕᕆᔨ

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Iqaluit - Inuktitut for "many fish" - is located near the mouth of the Sylvia Grinnell River, which empties into Frobisher Bay. With a population of approximately 8000, Iqaluit is Canada's smallest capital City.

The City of Iqaluit offers an excellent compensation package including attractive benefits and salary, an 8% RRSP matching program, discounts at our recreation facilities, Vacation Travel Assistance, generous leave and more*!

If you love the outdoors, you will fall in love with our city for its year-round activities. Frobisher Bay is a great kite-skiing destination in the winter, as well as, a snowmobilers playground. In the spring and summer, fishing, kayaking, boating and hiking are just some of the activities that can be enjoyed.

Check out our current opportunities to join our growing and thriving city!

The City of Iqaluit embraces the intent and spirit of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement. Priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit; Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive consideration under this agreement.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected to interview are contacted.
• Compensation package is dependent on the type of employment and is subject to change.

Status: Full-time, 1-year term, 40 hour/week

Settlement

Housing: No Staff housing available

Under the direction of the Utilidor Foreman, the Utility System Technician is an entry-level position responsible for assisting in the hands-on operation, repair and maintenance of all components making up the Utilidor system and sewage collection system to ensure efficient operations. The Technician will assist in the normal operation, maintenance, preventative maintenance and repairs as required to ensure minimal interruption of water and sewer services.

The incumbent must be willing to work in harsh outdoor weather conditions, some areas with obnoxious odors caused by waste as well as some confined spaces. They must be willing to participate in training and other safety-related courses pertaining to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Must have completed a grade 10 level of education
2. 2 to 3 years prior plumbing experience

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Journeyman plumbing or oil burning certification is an asset
2. Additional training and certifications in a related field is an asset
3. Related experience within a Municipal setting is an asset
4. Experience working in piped water/sewage is an asset
5. The ability to communicate in both Inuktitut and English is an asset
6. The ability to be scheduled at the last minute
7. Some overtime is necessary
8. Assets include the ability to speak and write in Inuktitut and or French

Equivalencies that include a combination of education, knowledge, skills and abilities to formal education may be considered.

Due to the nature of this position, a Criminal Record check and a clean driver's abstract are required of this position.

Please visit our website /iqaluit.ca/careers to apply.

• The City of Iqaluit embraces the intent and spirit of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement. Priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit; Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive consideration under this agreement.
• Only those selected to interview will be contacted.

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