Maintenance worker
Government of Nova Scotia’s Agriculture Department based in Bible Hill, NS is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Maintenance worker 2(A). Government of Nova Scotia’s Agriculture Department supports the province’s agricultural sector. It provides policy development, industry funding, research support, and educational resources. Functioning through collaboration with farmers and agribusinesses, the department promotes sustainable practices and economic growth in Nova Scotia’s agriculture industry. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Government of Nova Scotia
Department: Agriculture
Position: Maintenance worker 2(A)
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $1645.29 – $1686.75 Bi-Weekly
Employment Type: Seasonal/Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU – NSPG
Location: Bible Hill, NS – Truro, NS
Competition Number: 43336
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of Grade 10
Experience: Candidates should have 2 years experience in Welding and Sheet Metal Helper, Painters Helper, Grounds Helper, Furniture Repair Helper, Equipment Maintenance Helper, General Maintenance, Light Replacement and Minor Electrical Repairs
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should have the ability to lift and carry 50lbs or more over difficult terrain in varying weather conditions
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should possess a valid class 5 driver’s license and have construction experience
- The candidates should rely on education and experience equivalencies and must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application
- The candidates should be aware that this is a permanent seasonal position from mid-April until mid-November each year
- The candidates should have knowledge of working in tidal conditions
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to assist with inspections and repairs of dykes and aboiteaux structures, such as repairing aboiteau gates and removing debris from flood control structures
- The candidates should be able to operate, service, maintain, and repair equipment and structures, including fabrication of parts, minor welding, and basic construction
- The candidates should be able to demonstrate experience following an Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) program, including documentation
- The candidates should be able to cut and trim trees and brush using chainsaws, gas-powered trimmers, and hand pruners to maintain drainage ditches and aboiteau structures
- The candidates should be able to apply herbicide and deciduous tree control using backpack sprayers and boom sprayers
- The candidates should be able to operate farm tractors for mowing, raking, seeding dykes and marshlands, and have practical knowledge of working with heavy equipment
- The candidates should be able to engage in considerable physical activity in difficult conditions
- The candidates should be able to work in varying weather conditions and wet/cold environments
Benefits:
- The candidates will get defined pension plan, health, dental, life Insurance, general illness, employee and family assistance programs
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and competition number) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!