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Current Opportunities

Heavy Duty Mechanic ~ Commercial Transport Mechanic

$35 - $40 an hour - Full-time, Permanent

Central Wrench (Central Utility Services) is recruiting a Full Time (Red Seal – Heavy Duty Mechanic ~ Commercial Transport Mechanic). This position is for our busy shops in Duncan and Langford, BC. If you are looking for a new challenge working with a small team …this may be the opportunity for you!
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Heavy Duty Mechanic ~ Commercial Transport Mechanic

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Heavy Duty Mechanic ~ Commercial Transport Mechanic

Working as part of the Central Wrench Team you will be responsible for a variety of duties relating to the repair and maintenance of a variety of vehicles including:

  • Diagnosis/inspection: communicating with customers and/or road testing, performing related diagnostic testing (computerized & manual), detailing all related issues
  • Technical repairs: perform all related vehicle repairs as required ensuring excellence in workmanship and quality.
  • Customer Service: liaise with customers regarding work performed
  • Shop Related: general housekeeping, inspection of shop supplies, assisting in other areas as needed.

What you will bring to Central Wrench

  • Take pride in your quality of workmanship
  • Energetic and enthusiastic
  • Strong problem solver
  • Can work well alone or as a part of a team
  • Able to handle challenging situations
  • Reliable and organized
  • Able to communicate effectively with customers as well as your teammates
  • Operate customer vehicles safely and respectfully

Requirements

Valid B.C. Class 3 driver’s license with Air (you will be asked to consent to Central Wrench obtaining a driver abstract)

Licensed Technician; two years’ experience preferred

Benefits:

  • Extended health care

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

General Application

We are always looking for skilled and qualified individuals to join the Central Utility Services team. Even if we don’t have a specific opening in your field right now, we encourage you to submit your application and resume.

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General Application

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General Application

What we are looking for at Central Utility Services

  • Take pride in your quality of workmanship
  • Energetic and enthusiastic
  • Strong problem solver
  • Can work well alone or as a part of a team
  • Able to handle challenging situations
  • Reliable and organized
  • Able to communicate effectively with customers as well as your teammates
  • Qualifications and experience that make you an expert in your field

If this sounds like you, but you don’t see a specific job posting in your field, please use this form to submit a general application and we will keep your resume on file. We look forward to connecting with you when a position fitting your skill set comes available!

Traffic Control Person

$22.00 ~ $26.00

Central Traffic Control is looking for new team members to join us! Do you enjoy working outdoors in all types of weather? Are you motivated, hardworking, and like to work overtime! If you are currently working as a TCP , considering a return to the industry or are interested in receiving training, please continue reading! We are looking for motivated employees who are looking to grow along with us!

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Traffic Control Person

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Traffic Control Person

What we offer our employees

  • Above average salary
  • Overtime pay beyond your 8 hour shift if necessary
  • 8.8 % vacation pay and stat pay combined; paid on every pay cheque
  • Flexible schedules when necessary including part time hours
  • Above average PPE with a service commitment
  • Night shift premium
  • Meal allowance if working out of town and over night stay is required
  • Benefits after six months of full time employment
  • New company willing to share and collaborate with its employees, lets grow together!
  • Opportunity’s to apply for other positions within the Central Utility portfolio of companies

Applicants must meet the following qualifications and conditions in order to be considered:

  • Current TCP Certificate or be willing to attend TCP training
  • Valid class 5 BC Driver’s License with a positive driving record
  • Preferred 6 months experience however all candidates will be considered with TCP training or be willing to attend TCP training
  • Able to provide reliable schedule availability
  • Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Safety footwear is required

Hydrovac Operator

Central Utility Services (Central Tel) is recruiting a Full-Time Hydrovac Operator.  This position reports to our facility yard location in Langford, BC.  If you are looking for a great opportunity while working within a dynamic team environment, have good communication skills, are motivated, be willing to grow with the company, be willing to expand their skill set…this may be the role you are looking for!

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Hydrovac Operator

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Hydrovac Operator
In this position you will operate and drive a Hydrovac truck to assigned job sites to excavate, load, dig, break rocks or debris, dirt, or other materials to locate underground utilities, potholing, trenching, etc. The Hydrovac Operator is responsible for the completion of projects in a safe and timely manner.
Qualifications required:
  • Must have a minimum Class 1 or 3 with airbrake endorsement, and an acceptable driving record.
  • Experience in a labour-intensive position and be willing and able to work outside in all types of weather conditions year round.
  • Two years of experience operating a vac truck is preferred.
  • Communicate effectively, professionally and demonstrate a strong customer service focus in all interactions.
  • Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues and as the need arises perform minor repairs to equipment. Mechanical inclination is an asset.
  • Use technology (iPad) for field ticketing and time. Properly document all customer paperwork as required.
  • Previous hydrovac, trucking, vacuum truck or other related industrial experience is required.
  • Ability to work independently with other team’s in a safety focused environment.
We offer employees the following:
Medical and extended health benefits after three months of employment
Salary range is dependent on number of years experience operating a Vac Truck
Only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Human Resources Generalist

Central Utility Services is recruiting a Full-Time Human Resources Generalist to join our team! This position reports to either of our locations in Langford or Duncan, BC.  If you are looking for a great opportunity working in a Human Resources generalist role please continue reading!

 

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Human Resources Generalist

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Human Resources Generalist
Reporting to the VP of Finance and Administration, the Generalist is responsible for all aspects of human resources. You are recommending, advising, creating and administering human resources best practices, services and programs. This role has no direct reports and is suitable for a strong generalist who is accustomed to running a one-person Human Resources function.
What you’ll be doing
Your Human Resources duties will include supporting management and supervisors in your portfolio of seven companies as well as working on assigned special projects such as training and development, ensuring COR requirements are being met or updating the company Web Site. You are always looking for a better way to support the team as you represent Human Resources. You are developing and managing processes including company policies and procedures.
Based on priorities, you will plan and execute tasks and initiatives related work for seven companies that are within the Central Utility Services umbrella. Your focus will be on full cycle recruitment – all companies, full benefits administration including working with insurance broker – all companies, safety support – all companies and payroll support and administration when necessary and employment/labor standards practices.
About You
You are a coach, a business partner, a facilitator, and someone who is not beyond rolling up their sleeves and tackling the administrative details. You are passionate about people and the business bottom line. You are known as someone who is confident and assertive, yet diplomatic. You’re comfortable with both management and colleagues. You wear jeans and sneakers as you are working in an industrial environment. You are results-oriented and drive initiatives from start to finish. Your experience and preference are to work as a one-person department and a “jack-of-all-trades” within the human resources portfolio.
Qualifications
· A CPHR designation ~ consideration will also be given to a candidate who is actively pursuing this designation
· Preference would be given to someone with a CPA designation or experience completing a payroll – full cycle
· Five (5) years as a one-person HR department
· Experience working in both unionized and nonunionized environment
· Understanding of collective agreements including interpretation and working with unions
· Ability to work within employment standards and be able to navigate and advise supervisors and managers on best practices
· Strong organizational and critical thinking
· Ability to act as a communication advisor when required
· Attention to detail and good judgement
· Strong computer skills and superior knowledge of HRIS systems and Web site administration
We offer our employees the following
· Medical and extended health benefits after three months of employment
· Salary will depend on experience and technical level
Only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Skilled Laborer

Central Utility Services is recruiting two full-time Skilled Laborers. This position reports to our facility yard location in Langford, BC and Duncan, BC.  If you are looking for a new challenge and are willing to learn and grow; this is a great opportunity in a dynamic team environment!

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Skilled Laborer

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Skilled Laborer
Qualifications required
  • Only those with a Class 3 or Class 1 DL- with air will be considered – you must be able to operate a vehicle with a standard transmission
  • Physically demanding role working outside in various weather conditions
  • Punctual, consistent, and reliable
  • Strong interpersonal and listening skills
  • Ability to travel at times
We offer our employees the following
  • Medical and extended health benefits after three months of employment
  • Opportunities to learn new skills
  • May be considered for other positions within the Central Utility Services portfolios of companies
Only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.
This role will also be provided overtime on a regular basis.

 

Aerial Linesperson – Telecommunications

 

Central Utility Services is recruiting a Full-Time Aerial Lineperson – Telecommunications to be a part of our growing team.

If you are looking for a new challenge and a great opportunity while working in a dynamic team environment …this may be the role you are looking for!

 

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Aerial Linesperson – Telecommunications

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Aerial Linesperson – Telecommunications

Responsibilities include:

  • Safely operate bucket trucks and/or other types of person-lifts
  • Pole placing, transfer and removal experience
  • Load and unload equipment and cable trailers
  • Install and repair aerial and underground telecommunication lines
  • Change and install anchors
  • Hang strand and fibre/cable via line truck or via pole climbing

Qualifications required

· Preference will be given to experienced candidates with telecommunication experience

· Ability to climb utility poles using climbing gear and rigging

– Experience operating and performing work in a bucket truck and/or other types of person-lifts

· Must be comfortable working at heights and outdoors in all weather conditions

· Proficient in new build and pole transfers; knowledge in building strand, lashing, pole transfers & grounding

· Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with multiple project stakeholders, interpret stakeholders’ needs, and identify solutions

· Must have a class 3 valid driver’s license, class 1 is preferred

· Ability to travel as much as required within the Province of BC

We offer our employees the following

  • Medical and extended health benefits after three months of employment

Salary will depend on experience and technical level.

 

 

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2411 Staghorn Road
Duncan, BC V9L 6L7

Langford
2895 Westshore Parkway
Victoria, BC V9B 0B2

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