Pumps & PRVMaintenance Person

Full-Time, Temporary (12-18 months)

Find out why our AMAZING employees love working for the City of Port CoquitlamAffectionately known as “PoCo”, we are an award-winning values-based organization made up of a diverse and dedicated team of people who care deeply about the community they serve.

The City of Port Coquitlam has an exciting opportunity in the Utilities Operations Division for a Full-Time Temporary Pumps & PRV Maintenance Person. The work involves the inspection, maintenance and repair of pumps and related mechanical equipment in the City’s water, sewer and drainage system, as well as Pressure Reducing Valves (PRVs) in the City’s water system. Completion of planned and reactive work, monitoring and assessing asset performance, measuring and recording asset data and working alongside external contractors. The Pumps & PRV Maintenance Person may also work alongside and give direction to co-workers in the completion of work related to this position.

Some of the key responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

- Maintains pumps, related equipment, plus Pressure Reducing Valve systems in accordance with the set schedule of the preventative maintenance program; makes repairs of a minor nature to pumps, Pressure Reducing Valves and related equipment.
- Maintains works records and prepares related reports.
- Provides or coordinates written estimates for the requisition of parts, supplies or services.
- Monitors, reads and interprets instruments and gauges; operates and inspects meters, valves, hydrants and pumping stations, both onsite and through the City’s SCADA system.




- Assist tradespersons or supervisors in related work.
- Ensures that safety regulations and procedures are applied at all times.
- Performs related work as required.

The holder of this position is expected to have, obtain and maintain:

- Class 5 Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia.
- EOCP Water Distribution Level Il or equivalent.
- EOCP Wastewater Collection Level II or equivalent.
- Considerable knowledge of the methods, practices, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of pumps and valves.
- Sound knowledge of the regulations, safety precautions and objectives of mechanical maintenance and repairs.
- Demonstrated ability to fault diagnose and problem solve mechanical system issues and to execute minor repairs, and to maintain and operate assets in an economical, safe and productive manner.
- Demonstrated skill in the use of equipment, tools, control systems and diagnostic devices used in the operation and maintenance of mechanical systems.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare and maintain clear concise reports and work records.

Why should you consider working for us?

- Our organization is the ideal size for you to make a difference and have an impact
- We care deeply about our community
- We have a strong learning culture and want our people to grow and succeed
- An hourly starting wage of $45.13 (2026 rate of pay)
- We are a living wage employer

The City wishes to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

The City of Port Coquitlam will conduct a criminal record check.

📌 Pumps & PRV Maintenance Person (Port Coquitlam)
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