- Location: District of Saanich, BC (On-site Field Deployment)
- Position Type: Full-time Fixed-Term Contract (Estimated end date: December 2028 with possible extension) | EI and CPP deductions
- Hours of Work: 40 hours / week
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Saturday shifts as required
- Base Salary & Allowance: $22.88 - $40.00+ per hour (Base + Piece Rate Bonuses)

Business kilometers paid at $0.68/km monthly

- Reports To: Project Supervisor / Project Manager

About Us

At KTI Utility Services Inc. (KUS), we foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and safety. As a leading utility service provider committed to delivering exceptional services across Canada, we value our people and provide a supportive, dynamic, and rewarding work setting. Join our growing team and help us drive operational success!

Position Overview

KTI Utility Services is pleased to announce a major infrastructure modernization project with the District of Saanich and is seeking self-motivated professionals to join our field installation team. If you possess a strong mechanical aptitude, take pride in independent fieldwork, and demonstrate a commitment to exceptional customer service, this career opportunity is for you. In this role, you will be responsible for upgrading and replacing water meters and radio frequency transmitters, accurately recording technical data, and ensuring seamless project execution

Key Responsibilities

- Safely remove old residential and commercial water meters and radio frequency (RF) transmitters, and install new units according to project specifications
- Perform visual pre-installation checks on existing plumbing, valves, and water pipes, immediately reporting any pre-existing leaks or damage to management
- Use a handheld mobile device to scan new device serial numbers, record initial and final meter readings, take clear completion photos, and update Electronic Work Orders on-site




- Interact professionally with homeowners and business owners, clearly explaining the installation process, giving advance notice before shutting off water, and answering basic questions politely.
- Plan and execute your daily route efficiently to meet productivity and safety targets, keep accurate track of tools and meter inventory, and submit daily work logs and mileage reports on time
- Maintain control of all assigned materials, tools, and equipment, ensuring everything is accounted for and securely stored daily
- Strictly follow all company health and safety policies, required PPE guidelines, and safe work procedures across all job sites
- Perform additional field duties, site reviews, or project support tasks as assigned by your Project Supervisor or Manager

Qualifications

- High school diploma, GED, or recognized equivalent
- 1+ years of hands-on experience in construction, mechanical trades, plumbing, general labor, or technical field service
- Strong mechanical aptitude and experience using standard hand tools and power tools safely and effectively
- Previous experience with water meter replacement, utility infrastructure, or RF transmitter deployment is considered a strong asset
- Comfortable using mobile handheld devices, smartphone apps, and digital work order systems.
- Highly motivated by piece-rate earning potential and hitting daily performance targets
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills to represent KTI professionally in the community
- Physically capable of standing, walking, bending, stooping, lifting,



and kneeling for extended periods outdoors in all weather conditions
- Valid driver’s license (Class 5 minimum) and access to a reliable personal vehicle with valid insurance for daily route work
- Successful completion of a mandatory criminal background check and driver’s abstract review

KTI Utility Services is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for our employees, customers, job applicants, and visitors who enter our premises, contact us, or access our information. KTI Utility Services understands the importance of ensuring the full inclusion of all individuals with disabilities by fostering an accessible and welcoming workplace for all. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process. As part of our recruitment process, we employ artificial intelligence to evaluate applicants for this role. All candidates are assessed fairly based on their qualifications and relevant skills.

Pay: $22.88-$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Mileage reimbursement

Application question(s):

- How many years of construction, labor, trade, or field installation experience do you have?
- Do you have any previous experience with water meter replacement, utility infrastructure, or radio frequency (RF) transmitter installations?
- Do you currently possess a valid driver’s license and a reliable personal vehicle with valid insurance available for daily work use?
- Do you currently have access to your own hand tools, or are you able to obtain them prior to your start date?
- Are you comfortable performing physical fieldwork outdoors across various weather conditions for the majority of your shift?
- Are you comfortable undergoing and successfully passing a mandatory criminal background check and a driver’s abstract review?

Work Location: In person

📌 Field Installer (Saanich)
🏢 KTI
📍 Saanich