District of Houston
3367 12th Street V0J 1Z0 Houston, BC, Canada

Unforeseen repairs to our District garbage collection truck today have delayed our solid waste collection pick-up schedule. Some residences that usually have their garbage collected today will instead have their garbage collected tomorrow. If your bin was not collected today, please put it out tomorrow morning again for collection. We thank you for your patience and cooperation as our crew works to make these necessary repairs!

This week on Houston #pounddogs , we are searching for the proud owners of this sweet little guy, who we believe to be called bacon bits, that was picked up today on 14th Street. We understand that no family would be complete without bacon bits, so if he belongs to you please call 250-845-2238 to bring him home! Please note this dog is not available for adoption and we are simply trying to reunite him with his owners. ... #freethepounddog #savebaconbits See more

It's that time of year again... will your dog be Houston's Dog of the Year? Residents who license their dogs for the 2021 year before January 31, 2021 will be entered into a draw to win the ultimate doggie title, the famous golden bone tag, and year-long bragging rights at the dog park! Licenses can be bought or renewed over the phone, or by calling 250-845-2238 and booking an appointment to come into the office in-person during this time. For more information on dog licens...ing, visit the District website https://www.houston.ca/animal_control. Don't let your pooch miss out on this opportunity for greatness! #houstonbc #naturallyamazing

Council meeting highlights of December 1, 2020! Click the following link to see more about what items were discussed: https://houston.civicweb.net/filepro/documents/69889

MUNICIPAL SERVICE WORKER I / REFRIGERATION OPERATOR I (ARENA/ PUBLIC WORKS) Term: Permanent Full-Time Rate of Pay: $29.23 hourly (MUNICIPAL SERVICE WORKER I)... $31.78 hourly (REFRIGERATION OPERATOR I) Hours of Work: 40 Hours per week Closing Date: December 14, 2020 @ 4:00pm Classification: Union CUPE Local 2086 Primary Responsibilities: Reporting to the Director of Leisure Services, this position provides a variety of services, both as an equipment operator and on occasion as a labourer, in keeping with the on-going operation and maintenance of the District’s parks and recreation facilities, including the arena, Community Hall, parks, and outdoor recreation areas. This is manual work which requires physical effort and agility in the performance of semi-skilled and unskilled work. This position is also responsible for the operation of the Claude A. Parish Memorial Arena, responding to abnormal condition, and performing regular facility maintenance duties. This position will also monitor the ammonia refrigeration plant and follow written procedures respecting any activity when working with the system, as well as complete minor repairs, start up and shut down of the Refrigeration System. Required Qualifications: Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent; Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License complete with current Driver’s Abstract; Successful Completion of Refrigeration Safety Awareness Certificate; Valid First Aid Certificate; WHIMIS Certificate; Demonstrable ability to operate all types of light equipment; Demonstrable ability to utilize basic hand tools; and Physical stamina to lift up to 22 kilograms. Preferable: Valid Class 3 BC Driver’s License; Turf Management Certificate; Horticultural Certification; At least two year’s prior experience in lawn repair and maintenance, horticulture, and landscaping; Completion of Refrigeration Operator Course or Power Engineer Certification; and At least one year of previous experience in arena operations, including but not limited to ice surface preparation and maintenance. Interested persons should direct all applications indicating the position being applied for, including a cover letter, resume, and references to: District of Houston Attn: Tasha Kelly, Director of Leisure Services PO Box 370 | 3367 12th Street | Houston BC, V0J 1Z0 Phone: 250-845-2238 Fax: 250-845-3429 E-Mail: [email protected] The District of Houston thanks all applicants in advance, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.