Temporary Full-Time (1 Year)

About Us

One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you!

Professional Summary / Key Qualifications

• Highly self‑motivated professional with the ability to work effectively both independently and in collaborative team environments.
• Skilled in preparing, updating, and producing maps for diverse projects using ArcGIS Pro.
• Experienced in migrating legacy ArcMap documents to ArcGIS Pro and supporting the modernization and streamlining of GIS workflows.
• Proficient in researching, compiling, entering, and editing spatial data and related non‑spatial attributes derived from legal plans, survey drawings, orthoimagery, and other technical documentation.
• Strong working knowledge of the Esri ArcGIS suite—particularly ArcGIS Pro—with the ability to navigate and troubleshoot the software with minimal guidance.
• Adept at following established procedures with precision while also contributing thoughtful recommendations for process improvements.
• Effective communicator with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships across multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and a genuine enthusiasm for tackling challenges and developing robust solutions.

We are looking for a temporary full-time Mapping Technician 1 to join our Planning & Development team! Reporting to the Manager, Business & Innovation, you’ll support the development, maintenance, and day-to-day use of the department’s GIS resources and services.

In this hands-on role, you’ll contribute to the creation and upkeep of City base maps, informative/interactive map tools, and the creation of legal land use records using modern, computer-assisted tools. You’ll research and integrate data from a variety of sources, update and refine maps and drawings for a variety of planning projects, and manage important non-graphic data with accuracy and care.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys combining technical precision with problem-solving. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external partners, building strong relationships while delivering reliable mapping support. You’ll have the independence to confidently manage routine assignments, with guidance available for more complex or specialized challenges. Your work will play an important role in ensuring high-quality mapping services that support informed decision-making across the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• Desired education will include an Advanced Diploma in GIS from an accredited institute

• Sound knowledge of the departmental policies, procedures, practices, rules and regulations related to the work performed.

• Sound knowledge of computer assisted mapping and drafting techniques, procedures and materials and mapping principles.

• Working knowledge of data architecture and planning processes as related to the work performed.

• Ability to research, compile, enter, analyze and assemble geographic and associated geographic‑based data using an automated mapping system.

• Ability to operate a variety of equipment used in computerized mapping such as a keyboard, scanner and large format printer.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of internal contacts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Public sector work experience

• Post Secondary training in either Computing Science or Geography accompanied with formal training in GIS from an accredited institution

What We Offer:

This CUPE position has an hourly rate range of $35.84 - $42.16 plus 6% in lieu. The rate of pay is based on a variety of factors including qualifications, knowledge, experience and skills.

You will have the chance to join a rapidly growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in variety of learning and development opportunities. Additionally, there is an opportunity to participate in an earned day off/flex day program. This position is based in Coquitlam with some flexible, hybrid work options available. The City offers an attractive vacation and extended benefits package, including the ability to contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan.

Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Coquitlam is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer working towards enhancing equitable practices in our recruitment and retention processes. As an organization we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment to support our growing and diverse work force. To learn more about what equity, diversity, and inclusion means, and the City’s efforts in support of these principles, please visit coquitlam.ca/edi for more information.

If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please contact our team for confidential support. Staff can also provide in-person support if required.

Applicants under consideration may be required to undergo and submit an acceptable police information check.

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Please apply online at www.coquitlam.ca/careers by 11:55 pm on May 29, 2026.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.