Regional District of Nanaimo | Human Resources & Employment

Employment Opportunities

Employment

 

Collective bargaining, labour relations and human resources activities for RDN employees are managed under the Corporate Services umbrella. The department oversees selection & recruitment, training and development, and compensation and benefits administration services for all employees of the District.

 

Mechanic

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Mechanic in the Solid Waste Services department to work at our Regional Landfill in Cedar and Church Road Transfer Station in Parksville.

The Mechanic contributes to the effective operation of the Solid Waste Services Department through the diagnosis, repair, and modification of RDN solid waste vehicles, RDN Fleet vehicles and equipment. This position supports the department by assisting team members in their duties, as required, to meet service expectations, departmental goals, and objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications for this position include a high school diploma plus completion of Red Seal Trade Qualification as a Heavy Duty Mechanic/Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Truck and Transport Mechanic or *Automotive Mechanic, plus three (3) years of prior job-related experience, preferably in the solid waste industry. Possession of a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License with an Air Brake Endorsement is required, along with Authorized Inspector (AI) Certificate or ability to obtain certification within first 90 days worked.

*Consideration will only be made for Automotive Mechanics with their updated air-brake mechanics’ course.

POSITION DETAILS
This is a permanent full-time (40 hours per week) Union position. The (2024) rate of pay is $38.17 to $40.18. The position offers an attractive benefits package as provided within the collective agreement between the Regional District of Nanaimo and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 401.

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Manager, Recreation Services

ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the General Manager, Recreation and Parks, the Manager, Recreation Services is responsible for the planning, coordination and provision of recreation services, and the operation and maintenance of recreation facilities in District 69 (Oceanside), and in the southern electoral areas of the Regional District. Based out of the RDN Recreation and Parks department office in Parksville, BC, this role coordinates and/or provides recommendations to the Board, and Recreation Service Advisory Committees.

QUALIFICATIONS
This is an incredible opportunity for a dynamic and experienced Recreation Services professional to foster vibrant community spaces and recreation services at the Regional District of Nanaimo. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership and strategic planning skills and a commitment to enhancing public programs. The successful candidate will hold an undergraduate degree in recreation administration or related program; with six (6) years related experience in a local or regional government setting and three (3) years in a supervisory capacity. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

POSITION DETAILS
The salary range for this position is $137,708 to $153,021 annually and is supplemented by a competitive total compensation plan.

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Skate Attendant - Casual

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking casual Skate Attendants in the Recreation and Parks Department at Oceanside Place Arena in Parksville.

Reporting to the Superintendent of Arena Services, the successful candidate’s duties include providing on-ice supervision and instruction of participants of public skating lessons, special events and skating/hockey lessons; cleaning and maintaining skate shop; cleaning, sharpening and maintaining rental skates and program equipment; and distributing and receiving rental and program equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications include a grade 10 education with one (1) to twelve (12) months prior job-related experience working with children, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.  In addition, the applicant must possess strong skating ability and leadership skills, good communication and customer service skills, and the ability to work independently and as a team member.  The successful candidate must possess a current Level One First Aid certification.

POSITION DETAILS
This is a casual Union position with varying hours of work including evenings, weekends, and school holidays. The (2024) rate of pay for the position is $21.09 per hour, plus 9% in lieu of benefits including vacation and statutory holidays.

Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

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