The Cowichan Valley Regional District is now accepting applications for casual Operations Attendant opportunities in the North/Central Cowichan Section of the Facilities & Transit Division within the Community Services Department. Reporting to the Manager – Facility Operations (North/Central Cowichan) and supervised by the Operations Attendant – Lead Hand, the Operations Attendant is responsible to perform a variety of routine tasks related to the operation and maintenance of facility, operational equipment and machinery. A thorough understanding of cleaning procedures is required.

• Secondary School graduation or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• 1-year equivalent experience as an operations attendant, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Trades certification would be an asset.
• WHMIS Certificate – provided by employer
• Occupational First Aid Level 1 or equivalent
• Refrigeration Operator Certificate (preferred) or Ice Facility Operator Certificate
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License – employer provided vehicle

Please click here to view the full job description and qualifications for this position. 

This is a casual, on-call opportunity with no guaranteed hours of work. Shifts are based on the operational needs of the facility. The successful candidate must be able to work a variety of hours and shifts, including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and short-notice shifts.

This unionized position (CUPE Local 358) has a wage range in three steps from $33.44 - $34.35 - $35.36 per hour (2023 rates), plus an additional 14.5% pay in lieu of vacation, benefits and statutory holidays.

Please submit a resume and cover letter by 4:30 p.m. on the closing date indicated above. Please include a driver’s abstract with your application.

Testing may be required during the interview process. Testing will be based on the knowledge, skills, abilities and qualifications outlined in the job description.