Machine Attendant (MA)

The City of Richmond is looking for motivated and high-performing individuals to work the 2026 General Local and School Election. We are a vibrant, diverse cosmopolitan City, supported by a strong economy and recognized as leaders in innovation and service delivery excellence. The City of Richmond is committed to be the most appealing, livable, well-managed community in Canada. This is a great opportunity to join the 2026 Election team and serve your community. Machine Attendant (MA) 2026 General Local and School Election Are you energetic, enthusiastic and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? If so, we are looking for you! Reporting to the Presiding Election Official (PEO) and/or the Alternate Presiding Election Official (APEO), Machine Attendants (MA) are responsible to ensure that election procedures and rules are followed in a voting place. Examples of key MA work activities include, but are not limited to: Set up and dismantle the voting place, including voting booths, signage, and supplies Assist electors with inserting their ballot into the vote counting unit/ballot box while maintaining ballot secrecy Confirm with electors that their ballot has been accepted Direct electors where to exit the voting location Monitor vote counting unit messages and escalate to the PEO/APEO as required for resolution Direct electors to the PEO or APEOs as required Assist with closing, including cleanup, of the voting place after the close of voting at 8:00 p.m. Perform other general duties throughout the voting place as assigned by the PEO/APEO The Machine Attendant must: Be 18 years of age or older Be legally entitled to work in British Columbia and have a Social Insurance Number Be available to work on election day, Saturday, October 17, 2026 Attend mandatory in-person training and review all preparatory materials before Voting Day Be responsible for their own transportation to and from the voting place Be responsible for providing their own meals and beverages, as all staff are required to remain at the voting location until the end of their shift Be able to stand for long periods of time Not be actively working for any election campaign, elector organization or candidate Not be related to a candidate running for office in the 2026 General Local and School Election Be a non-partisan representative of the 2026 Richmond Election/City of Richmond and maintain neutrality regarding the election, candidates and related activities, including online and social media presence. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong communication and customer service skills Ability to interact with the public in a tactful and courteous manner Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure Strong problem-solving skills for practical, on-the-spot issues Ability to clearly explain procedures, including election processes Basic knowledge of and aptitude for working with technology Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset Working Conditions: Voting Hours: 8:00am to 8:00pm Voting Day Hours of Work: Approximately 6:30am to 9:00pm or until dismissed by the PEO Compensation rates: Election Day Rate: $310 per day Training Allowance: $75 total for training The position of the Machine Attendant will remain open until all positions are filled

Ensure election procedures are followed by setting up voting places and assisting electors with ballot submission. Monitor vote counting units and coordinate with presiding officials to maintain order and secrecy.

Must be at least 18 years old, legally entitled to work in BC, and maintain strict political neutrality. Requires the ability to stand for long periods and availability for the specific election date and mandatory training.

• Service à la clientèleSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Communication
• Customer Service
• Interpersonal Skills
• Multitasking
• Problem Solving
• Technology Aptitude
• Public Interaction
• Neutrality

• Government & Public Sector
• Administrative
• Customer Service & Support

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

11 oct. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine