Facility Technician
Competition #2026-24
(Casual)
The District of Kent, located in the picturesque Eastern Fraser Valley, is offering several exciting opportunities in our Recreation, Culture & Projects Department.
With the upcoming Grand Opening (September 2026) of the Lets’Emot Regional Recreation and Aquatic Centre (LRRAC), we are looking to assemble a dynamic team to deliver exceptional services to our region. This amazing new facility expands our existing recreation centre and features an 8-lane pool, lazy river, steam room, sauna, and hot tub.
We are seeking a positive, energetic, self-motivated, and team-oriented Casual Facilities Technician to join us. Reporting to the Facilities Technician Coordinator, you will ensure day-to-day safety, efficiency, and compliance of our aquatic systems and facility infrastructure.
Key responsibilities include:
- Operate, inspect, and maintain pool mechanical systems and water quality.
- Ensure all aquatic systems comply with health regulations and municipal policies.
- Perform routine preventative and corrective maintenance on facility components.
- Assist with operational and maintenance duties at other municipal buildings and civic facilities as required.
Required Qualifications:
- Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of two (2) years of related experience in pool operations, facility maintenance, or a related field.
- Experience working with aquatic systems and facility maintenance preferred.
- An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
- WorkSafeBC Basic First Aid (or equivalent).
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate.
- Pool Operator - Level 1 (Level 2 preferred).
- Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License.
Pay and benefits for this bargaining unit position will be in accordance with the Collective Agreement, CUPE Local 458. The proposed 2025 post-probationary wage rate for this new position is $32.31/hour. The rate of pay for this casual position will include an additional 14% of gross wage earnings in lieu of benefits plan entitlements, statutory holiday pay, sick leave, etc.
If this position is of interest to you, please visit our employment page at www.kentbc.ca/employment to view the job description and to submit your application prior to the competition closing at 4:30 p.m. on July 3, 2026.
Alan M. Lucas, CRSP
Director of Human Resources / Occupational Safety
District of Kent
PO Box 70, 7170 Cheam Avenue Agassiz, BC V0M 1A0
The District of Kent would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Preferred candidates will be required to obtain and maintain an acceptable Police Information Check (Vulnerable Sector).
