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GIS Student Technician
About the Opportunity
The District of Lake Country has an exciting opportunity for a GIS Student Technician based in Lake Country, BC.
The student will support the organization in its Geographic Information System (GIS) services. In addition to producing digital products, you will communicate problems and identify deficiencies and suggest solutions to GIS data related issues.
Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Updating the District of Lake Country’s Municipal Evacuation Route and Notification Plan Maps and Procedures to ensure compliance with provincial requirements;
Creating a digital online version (app) for the Municipal Evacuation Route and Notification Plan Maps;
Performing data maintenance – ensure the District’s road centerline data meets the NG+11 data model, and ensure the BC Digital Road Atlas is in coincident with the District data;
Ground truthing addressing issues, roadway location issues and trail location issues and supporting corrective actions for addressing, signage and wayfinding;
Updating Fire Department GIS layers (dispatch, zones, etc.);
Applying your strong customer service skills as you respond to GIS related inquiries and requests from internal staff, external staff and the public.
More About You
To qualify for this role, you must be enroll in a GIS program or other related discipline with plans to return in the fall of 2026. A valid Driver’s License is required. Experience with ESRI platform is required.
As our ideal candidate, you have excellent communication and customer service skills. You are comfortable working in a multidisciplinary team environment and thrive in a fast-paced innovative environment. Above all, we value a collaborative attitude and a willingness to learn.
About the Benefits
You will receive a competitive salary of $22.52 (2026 rates) per hour plus 17.4% in-lieu of all benefits
A collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work culture
This position can work up to 40 hours per week from June 1 – August 31, 2026. The position is open till filled.
About Us
Situated within the unceded territory of squilx”/syilx (Okanagan) peoples, Lake Country is a vibrant community of approximately 17,400 citizens and is located in the heart of the rapidly growing Okanagan Valley. Lake Country is less than a half hour drive from downtown Kelowna and mere minutes to beautiful orchards, wineries, farms and the serenity of the Okanagan lakes. Lake Country is in close proximity to the Kelowna International Airport and the University of British Columbia – Okanagan. Residents enjoy hot summers and temperate winters with boundless opportunities for year-round recreation – from water sports to cycling, golfing, skiing, hiking and much more. If you are searching to relocate to a community that truly has it all, join our team and experience ‘Life. The Okanagan Way!’
APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED THROUGH OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.LAKECOUNTRY.BC.CA
Education : College/CEGEP
Experience : Experience an asset
GIS Student Technician
About the Opportunity
The District of Lake Country has an exciting opportunity for a GIS Student Technician based in Lake Country, BC.
The student will support the organization in its Geographic Information System (GIS) services. In addition to producing digital products, you will communicate problems and identify deficiencies and suggest solutions to GIS data related issues.
Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Updating the District of Lake Country’s Municipal Evacuation Route and Notification Plan Maps and Procedures to ensure compliance with provincial requirements;
Creating a digital online version (app) for the Municipal Evacuation Route and Notification Plan Maps;
Performing data maintenance – ensure the District’s road centerline data meets the NG+11 data model, and ensure the BC Digital Road Atlas is in coincident with the District data;
Ground truthing addressing issues, roadway location issues and trail location issues and supporting corrective actions for addressing, signage and wayfinding;
Updating Fire Department GIS layers (dispatch, zones, etc.);
Applying your strong customer service skills as you respond to GIS related inquiries and requests from internal staff, external staff and the public.
More About You
To qualify for this role, you must be enroll in a GIS program or other related discipline with plans to return in the fall of 2026. A valid Driver’s License is required. Experience with ESRI platform is required.
As our ideal candidate, you have excellent communication and customer service skills. You are comfortable working in a multidisciplinary team environment and thrive in a fast-paced innovative environment. Above all, we value a collaborative attitude and a willingness to learn.
About the Benefits
You will receive a competitive salary of $22.52 (2026 rates) per hour plus 17.4% in-lieu of all benefits
A collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work culture
This position can work up to 40 hours per week from June 1 – August 31, 2026. The position is open till filled.
About Us
Situated within the unceded territory of squilx”/syilx (Okanagan) peoples, Lake Country is a vibrant community of approximately 17,400 citizens and is located in the heart of the rapidly growing Okanagan Valley. Lake Country is less than a half hour drive from downtown Kelowna and mere minutes to beautiful orchards, wineries, farms and the serenity of the Okanagan lakes. Lake Country is in close proximity to the Kelowna International Airport and the University of British Columbia – Okanagan. Residents enjoy hot summers and temperate winters with boundless opportunities for year-round recreation – from water sports to cycling, golfing, skiing, hiking and much more. If you are searching to relocate to a community that truly has it all, join our team and experience ‘Life. The Okanagan Way!’
APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED THROUGH OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.LAKECOUNTRY.BC.CA
Education : College/CEGEP
Experience : Experience an asset
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The GIS Student Technician position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Lake Country offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
