The new year has just begun, and it’s high time we took our careers to the next level.
If your goal for 2025 was to switch positions or find a new place to work, we’ve put together a list of companies hiring right now.
January is a great month to take the leap, with hundreds of jobs available in and around Vancouver.
Here are some of the offers on the table this month:
TransLink
TransLink is hiring for dozens of well-paying jobs around Metro Vancouver, and if you’re ready to shift your career into high gear, they come with a variety of benefits and competitive wages.
Coast Mountain Bus Company (CMBC) has posted an open call for Conventional Bus and Community Shuttle drivers, with applications being accepted until January 10, 2025.
TransLink positions are not limited to being behind the wheel. Other roles available include those in IT, engineering and project management, and technical and trades.
Grouse Mountain
Looking to work where you ski? Cypress Mountain, Mount Seymour, and Grouse Mountain are hiring for the 2024-2025 winter season, and the jobs offer great perks for employees.
The three resorts are hiring for a wide variety of roles, and there’s a little something for everyone. Positions include food and beverage, mountain maintenance, electricians, and mechanics.
Whether you love the great outdoors or are ready to give your career a lift in a new direction, Vancouver’s ski resorts may just be the perfect place to apply.
Positions range from full-time to part-time, with some jobs paying up to $40+ an hour or a yearly salary, depending on the role.
Here are some of the positions currently open on each mountain and where to apply online.
Civic jobs
City of Surrey
Civic jobs pay very well, and right now is a great time to look if you’re seeking employment, as most cities in Metro Vancouver are hiring for lucrative roles.
The great thing about some positions that need to be filled is that they don’t require much experience or education other than high school graduation. Some do require post-secondary courses as supplementary background.
Here is a list of job postings for the City of Surrey, City of Burnaby and City of Richmond, though other cities around the region are also hiring.
Vancouver Aquarium
Ready to make a splash in your career with a new job? The Vancouver Aquarium might just have the perfect role for you.
One of the most iconic attractions in the city is currently hiring for several full- and part-time positions, with several paying over minimum wage.
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If sports are your thing, look no further than these job openings this month with Canucks Sports & Entertainment. If you’ve been looking to move from spectator to career professional in this dynamic industry, this could be the opportunity for you.
Canucks Sports & Entertainment is looking to fill roles like IT event support, catering supervisor, lead cook, Sportsbar Club Concierge, and more.
For a full list of positions and to apply, click here.
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Those who regularly travel on Vancouver’s False Creek and around Granville Island are familiar with the Aquabus and False Creek Ferries, and both companies are currently hiring for a variety of positions.
Available positions include Ferry Operators, Deckhands, and Skippers. And you’re guaranteed to have one of the best office views in the entire city if you land a role.
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Canada’s national police service is currently looking to hire people for several civilian jobs across Canada, including here in Metro Vancouver.
In BC, the RCMP is searching for a Telecommunications Operator, Firearms Agent, 911 Police Dispatcher, and RCMP Police Officers. A full list of positions can be found online.