The Cowichan Valley Regional District is now accepting applications for casual Utility Worker II opportunities at Kerry Park Recreation Centre in the Facilities & Transit Division within the Community Services Department. Reporting to the Manager – Facility Operations (South Cowichan) , the Utility Worker II is responsible for the cleanliness, sanitation, housekeeping and maintenance of the facilities and grounds. Main duties include cleaning, room and equipment set-ups and tear-downs, ice and facilities maintenance, grounds work, sports field facility maintenance, and incidental security work.

• Secondary School graduation or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in cleaning, housekeeping and facility and grounds maintenance is required. One (1) year of experience working in a trade (carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing etc.) is also required.
• A Refrigeration Operator Certificate
• Occupational First Aid Level 1 or equivalent
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License
• WHMIS certification -- provided by the employer
• Ice Facility Operator Certificate would be an asset
• Building Service Worker Certificate would be an asset
• Ice Making Courses would be an asset

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.

Wage rate in 3 steps as per the Collective Agreement between the CVRD and CUPE Local 358, $33.03 - $33.99 - $34.98 per hour (2025 rates),  plus an additional 14.5% pay in lieu of vacation, benefits, and stat holidays.

Please submit a resume and cover letter at the link above by 4:30 p.m. on the application deadline date. 

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

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in any stage of the hiring process should contact Human Resources at hr@cvrd.bc.ca to communicate their accommodation needs.