Job Description

Co-op Student

Competition Number: 26/191

Posting Scope: Internal / External

Posted Date: October 20, 2026

Closing Date: November 03, 2026, 4:30 PM PST

Department: Engineering & Public Works

Work schedule: Monday to Friday (35 hour work week) - Temporary - up to 4 months

Salary: $32.89 per hour, Pay Grade 2

Benefits

- Plus 15% in lieu of benefits
- Auxiliary status employees will be paid an additional 15% in lieu of vacation, holiday, sick leave beyond the statutory requirement, and other perks, per the CUPE Local 50 Collective Agreement.

Job Code: 4430

Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position

Number of Vacancies: 1

The City of Victoria is hiring a Co‑op Student to support the planning, design, and delivery of water, sanitary, and storm infrastructure projects. In this role, you’ll work with teams that connect field data, engineering design, and long-term capital planning, and gain exposure to how essential water systems are managed and improved across the City.

This position offers a blend of office and field experience, with opportunities to support infrastructure investigations, review system data, and contribute to projects at various stages - from early planning through to design and construction. It’s a great fit for someone interested in municipal engineering who enjoys working with both technical information and real-world infrastructure, and wants to understand how integrated water systems are developed and maintained.

If you're a collaborative, detail-oriented self-starter who wants to build a strong foundation in municipal water infrastructure planning and delivery, we look forward to receiving your application.

POSITION FUNCTION

As a student hired under the Co-operative Educational Training Program, you will be given meaningful and challenging assignments while being introduced to a career in municipal government. In this Co-op position you will assist with supernumerary projects and contribute to the overall goals of the work unit.

KEY DUTIES





- Under the direct guidance and observation of the supervisor, assist with the on-going enhancement of the City’s operations by utilizing existing tools and software platforms.
- Participate in the development and improvement of future-focussed projects that align with the department’s strategic goals and objectives by providing supernumerary field or office support.
- Conduct and document research, analyze and interpret data, prepare summary of findings, draft reports, procedures and/or practices, and present to supervisor for feedback and/or next steps.
- Assist with identifying and testing new and/or enhanced tools and processes and collaborate to ensure ‘shared learning’.

INDEPENDENCE

Work is assigned by supervisor and reviewed upon completion.

Problems are referred to supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort:

Normal. Some heavy lifting required (up to 50 lbs.)

Mental Effort:

Normal.

Visual/Auditory Effort:

Normal.

Work Environment:

Office, Driving, Public Events

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES

- Organize and prioritize work.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Understand and carry out job related instructions.
- Ability to learn quickly and independently.
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Working level knowledge of current City word processing, spreadsheet, and related specialty software including social media tools.
- Maintain accurate records with attention to detail.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

QUALIFICATIONS

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:

- High School.
- Enrolled in a recognized Co-operative Education Program at a Canadian Post-Secondary Institution.
- Currently attending full-time education and returning to full-time studies in the subsequent academic year.
- In good standing in an Undergraduate Degree Program or Technical School Diploma Program.

Experience:

- Not required.
- or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

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