Winter equipment operators
Government of Nova Scotia’s Public Works Department based in NS is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Winter equipment operators. Government of Nova Scotia’s Public Works Department is responsible for managing the province’s infrastructure, including roads and public buildings. It provides construction, maintenance, and repair services to ensure safe and efficient public assets. The department operates by planning and executing projects in collaboration with municipalities and stakeholders to enhance community connectivity and safety. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: Government of Nova Scotia
Department: Public Works
Position: Winter equipment operators (Victoria county and inverness north)
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $23.65 hourly
Employment Type: Full time
Type of Employment:Â Spare Classification
Union Status:Â CUPE – NSPG
Location: NS, CA
Competition Number: 43936Â
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates don’t need standard educational qualifications
Experience: Candidates should have two years of experience in the relevant field
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be flexible, self-motivated, and comfortable working in all weather conditions
- The candidates should be respectful and understand the value of providing good customer service
- The candidates should be able to work safely around environmental hazards, various traffic conditions, and occasionally perform tasks in a mechanical environment
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have completed a professional driving course from a recognized truck driving training facility
- The candidates should possess knowledge of hydraulic systems and mechanical skills, with training completed at any accredited heavy or commercial equipment training institute
- The candidates should have previous experience driving a manual transmission, operating trucks with salt and plow equipment, and knowledge of salt spreading systems
- The candidates should hold a minimum of a Class III license with an air brake endorsement
- The candidates should have reading and writing skills to understand department documentation and complete daily logs, inspection reports, and related paperwork accurately
- The candidates should hold a minimum of a Class III license with an air brake endorsement and writing skills sufficient to understand department documentation and complete daily logs, inspection reports, and related paperwork
- The candidates should have completed a professional driving course from a recognized truck driving training facility
- The candidates should possess knowledge of hydraulic systems and demonstrate mechanical skills
- The candidates should have completed training at an accredited heavy or commercial equipment training institute
- The candidates should have previous experience driving manual transmission vehicles, operating trucks with salt and plow equipment, and knowledge of salt spreading systems
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to responsible for operating snow removal equipment, including snowplows, graders, and loaders
- The candidates should be able to perform general maintenance of the equipment, including pre-and-post trip inspections and maintaining daily logs
- The candidates should be able to prepared to perform additional tasks, such as maintaining signs, conducting road surface repairs, and managing traffic control
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.
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