BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

This is a restricted lateral posting open to employees who hold a Grid 18 base position

Job Overview
The District Operations Technician reports directly to the District Operations Manager(s).This position maintains and updates the ministry infrastructure inventory system (specifically the corporate highway & resource information systems (CHRIS), assists in the administration, overseeing and monitoring/auditing of the road and/or bridge maintenance program, ensures work carried out by the contractors is in accordance with the contractual agreements, delivers and monitors a variety of special projects and new initiatives that change depending on the mandate for the district office, manages ministry resources such as the gravel pit inventories, manages the district sign program, discusses work plans and administers portions of the maintenance contract audit process and provides information to resolve complaints and problems with various stakeholders/public using a high level of customer service skills.  

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (Dogwood, GED or Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC)) and 3 years *** related experience; OR
• Diploma from a recognized Institute of Technology (e.g. Applied Science Technologist and Technicians of BC) or degree in a ***related field of study and a minimum of 1 year ** related experience.
  • ***Related field of study” is defined as civil or structural engineering, construction technology, surveying, geology, geography resource management or project management.

***Related experience must or may include each of the following:

• • Experience in civil engineering
  • Experience in contract management.
  • Experience in bridge maintenance.
  • Experience in construction.
  • Experience in project management.
  • Experience in traffic management.
  • Experience in highways experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid class 5 BC Driver’s license with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province).

Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:

• Transportation and infrastructure related experience.
• Completion of the Road Area Manager, BCIT program.
• Who have completed 4/6 courses (one course must be AMRC 2016 MOT Highway Maintenance Agreement) from the Road Area Manager, BCIT program.
• Experience with DFAA (minimum one event) or working in a highways environment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License with no restriction or equivalent (i.e., from another Canadian Province).

For questions regarding this position, please contact Sarah.Brown@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until Janury 15, 2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
An eligibility list may be established.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
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How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.