WANTED: Election Officials for the District of Kent October 17^th, 2026 municipal election!

If you’ve ever wondered what it's like to work as a paid Election Official, now is your chance to find out!

This position is great for:

• People who want to learn more about civic politics
• Stay-at-home parents looking for a little extra income
• Retirees who want to engage with the community

Our application will remain open until all positions are filled:

If you are having difficulty using the online application system, please contact elections@kentbc.ca.

The District of Kent, located in the picturesque Eastern Fraser Valley, is offering an exciting opportunity in our Public Works Department for a Time-Durated Equipment Operator 2.

Equipment Operator 2’s perform tasks ranging from general labouring work to the operation of Municipal equipment. The incumbent will be required to operate equipment assigned, including equipment identified as ‘Equipment Operator 1’ as well as large equipment such as the grader, sweeper, roadside and ditch mowers, backhoe, loader, flusher truck, dump truck, and large tractors or trucks with snow or ice control equipment attached, and other related equipment. Additional duties include performing daily inspections/minor maintenance, assisting in light repairs/maintenance, and operating equipment in accordance with recognized and acceptable practices.

Requirements include:

• Grade 12 diploma or proven equivalent;
• Course completion in equipment operation or combination of related training and experience;
• Minimum three (3) consecutive years’ experience operating heavy equipment or meeting the
  qualification and evaluation as tested in the Public Works construction and maintenance field;
• Qualified certification as a Heavy Equipment Operator or minimum Level ‘B’ certification for two
  primary pieces of equipment, backhoe and loader; and
• Valid BC Driver’s Licence, Class 3 with air endorsement, with recent abstract.

Pay and benefits for this bargaining unit position is in accordance with the Collective Agreement, CUPE Local 458. The 2025 post-probationary wage rate for this position is $36.28 per hour plus a comprehensive benefit package and participation in the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP).

Submit your application by 4:30 p.m. on September 2, 2026:

If you are having difficulty using the online application system, please check the FAQ below for more information or contact jobs@kentbc.ca.

Alan M. Lucas, CRSP
Director of Human Resources / Occupational Safety

Equipment Operator 2 Job Description

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).

The District of Kent, located in the picturesque Eastern Fraser Valley, is offering an exciting opportunity in our Public Works Department for a Full-Time Equipment Operator 2.

Equipment Operator 2’s perform tasks ranging from general labouring work to the operation of Municipal equipment. The incumbent will be required to operate equipment assigned, including equipment identified as ‘Equipment Operator 1’ as well as large equipment such as the grader, sweeper, roadside and ditch mowers, backhoe, loader, flusher truck, dump truck, and large tractors or trucks with snow or ice control equipment attached, and other related equipment. Additional duties include performing daily inspections/minor maintenance, assisting in light repairs/maintenance, and operating equipment in accordance with recognized and acceptable practices. 

Requirements include:

• Grade 12 diploma or proven equivalent;
• Course completion in equipment operation or combination of related training and experience;
• Minimum three (3) consecutive years’ experience operating heavy equipment or meeting the 
  qualification and evaluation as tested in the Public Works construction and maintenance field;
• Qualified certification as a Heavy Equipment Operator or minimum Level ‘B’ certification for two 
  primary pieces of equipment, backhoe and loader; and 
• Valid BC Driver’s Licence, Class 3 with air endorsement, with recent abstract.

Pay and benefits for this bargaining unit position is in accordance with the Collective Agreement, CUPE Local 458. The 2025 post-probationary wage rate for this position is $36.28 per hour plus a comprehensive benefit package and participation in the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP). Note: Time Duration employees are employed for a limited duration, not to exceed eight (8) consecutive calendar months (unless extended by mutual agreement between the Employer and Union)

Submit your application by 4:30 p.m. on September 2, 2026:

If you are having difficulty using the online application system, please check the FAQ below for more information or contact jobs@kentbc.ca.

Alan M. Lucas, CRSP
Director of Human Resources / Occupational Safety

Equipment Operator 2 Job Description

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).