DEPARTMENT: Community Services
POSTING DATE: May 17, 2019
CLOSING DATE: 4:30 pm, May 31, 2019
HOURLY RATE: $27.93 (after probation)
COMPETITION NO.: 2019-25
HOURS OF WORK: Casual as needed

The City of Dawson Creek invites applications for a casual Lifeguard position. Casuals will be scheduled to work as needed with no guaranteed minimum hours. Instructor certification is not required for this position. Under the general supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator or designate, a lifeguard performs life guarding functions at the swimming pool as well as minor maintenance. The training position is an entry-level position with no previous experience as a lifeguard required. A lifeguard will work with an experienced lifeguard for the first 528 hours, after which he/she will be able to work independently as a lifeguard. There will be no automatic promotion to Lifeguard I following 528 hours of work, as a Lifeguard I position is required to also hold water safety instructor certification.

The successful applicants must demonstrate ability and possess the following current qualifications:

–       Current National Lifeguard Award (Pool Option);

–       Current Standard First Aid;

–       Current CPR Level C & AED Certification – to be recertified every six months.

The successful applicant will be required to complete and submit a Criminal Record Search, the results of which must be satisfactory to the City. The successful applicant will have the ability to perform all duties in a safe manner and to maintain harmonious relationships with all members of the public and other staff members.  Physical agility, the ability to complete duties requiring physical effort and a proven ability to provide excellent service to the public are required.

A complete job description is available upon request.

Candidates should submit a résumé marked with the job posting name and number at by emailing a pdf or word document to resumes@dawsoncreek.ca, with the job posting name and number in the subject line, no later than 4:30 pm on the closing date referenced above. The City thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Dawson Creek is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities whenever reasonably possible during the selection and employment process. You must be legally entitled to work for any employer in Canada to be eligible for this position. By applying for this position, you are giving permission for the City to contact your previous employers and references.

DEPARTMENT: Development Services
POSTING DATE: May 17, 2019
CLOSING DATE: 4:30 pm, May 31, 2019
HOURLY RATE: $25.04 (after probation)
COMPETITION NO.: 2019-29
HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week

The City of Dawson Creek invites applications for three Labourer I positions in the Development Services Department, starting as soon as possible until approximately September 2019.  Under the general supervision of the Roads & Grounds Manager, Utilities Manager, or designate, a Seasonal Labourer I performs and assists with a variety of operational and maintenance tasks such as shoveling, surveying, utility locates, and infrastructure (water and sewer, roads and sidewalks) repair and maintenance.  The successful candidate(s) will be tasked with physically demanding work which may take place in undesirable locations, and must also be able to operate small machinery and power tools.

Required knowledge, abilities and skills include the completion of grade 12 (or a combination of equivalent and relevant experience) and a valid Driver’s Licence.

The successful applicants must have the physical agility and ability to complete duties requiring physical effort and to perform all duties in a safe manner while following established procedures.  The successful applicants must also demonstrate an ability to maintain harmonious relationships with all members of the public and other staff members.

A complete job description is available upon request.

Candidates should submit a résumé marked with the job posting name and number at by emailing a pdf or word document to resumes@dawsoncreek.ca, with the job posting name and number in the subject line, no later than 4:30 pm on the closing date referenced above. The City thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Dawson Creek is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities whenever reasonably possible during the selection and employment process. You must be legally entitled to work for any employer in Canada to be eligible for this position. By applying for this position, you are giving permission for the City to contact your previous employers and references.