Field Assistant

Field Assistant

(Permanent, Full-Time) – 1951

Close Date

June 23, 2026

At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody every day. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives.

We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!

Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today.

Position Overview

If you're into getting your hands dirty, enjoy working in a high performing team and love working outdoors year-round, this is the gig for you! We are seeking a permanent, full-time Field Assistant to join our Civic Construction team. In this role, you'll contribute to essential infrastructure projects that directly improve the lives of citizens and support our growing community. Working alongside a supportive and skilled team, you'll perform construction work on important capital projects involving the installation and repair of municipal infrastructure while gaining exposure to a wide variety of construction activities, equipment, and projects. With our Civic Construction division continuing to grow, there are exciting opportunities to build valuable skills, expand your experience, and develop a long-term career in municipal construction. This role requires adherence to safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment and the ability to adapt to dynamic environments.

Here, you're not just building roads and infrastructure—you're building your career and making a lasting difference in the community. If this sounds like a good fit for you, apply today!

Living in Kamloops

We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!

The successful applicant must meet the following qualifications:

• Completion of senior secondary school or its equivalent.

• Valid BC Driver’s Licence Class 3 with air brake endorsement.

• Minimum of six months’ previous experience in the operation and routine maintenance of large mobile equipment, and other related equipment typically engaged in work in a civil construction setting.

For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. A comprehensive benefits package is included with this position. This is a CUPE local 900 position.

More than one candidate may be hired for this position.

Hourly Rate

$35.591 (2025)

Hours & Days of Work

Monday-Thursday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Hours per Week

Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by telephone, email ***email_hidden*** or in person at 6-510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.

External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements of each job you apply for. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.

To Apply

To apply for this position, please visit our website at www.kamloops.ca/city-hall/career-opportunities

Education : Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience : 1 to less than 7 months