Summer Student (Maintenance, Amherst)

About Us

Tourism Nova Scotia is a division of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage. Tourism Nova Scotia works with communities and industry to attract visitors to the province and increase tourism revenues through experience and sector development, business coaching, marketing, and visitor servicing. We lead tourism marketing and development initiatives to benefit all regions of our province.

Tourism Nova Scotia operates the Amherst Visitor Information Centre (VIC), which is one of the first points of contact for many visitors to Nova Scotia. Our Team members are the front-line ambassadors that welcome visitors to the province.

For more information on Tourism Nova Scotia please visit the following link: https://tourismns.ca/

About Our Opportunity

As a student Maintenance Worker at the Amherst Visitor Information Centre, you are a part of a team responsible for assisting with the seasonal maintenance of the interior and exterior of the Amherst VIC building and grounds including required janitorial duties.

This opportunity would be a great fit for a student who enjoys being outside, as well enjoys working with various types of equipment. As a Maintenance student, you will gain hands on experience, and receive training and mentorship from our maintenance employees. This position is a demanding position which requires working in various types of weather. 

This position reports to the Amherst VIC Maintenance Supervisor.

Primary Accountabilities

Daily responsibilities include assisting with :

• Mowing, planting, seeding, weeding, cutting and trimming trees and bushes), painting, routine equipment and tools maintenance, janitorial (cleaning and stocking the washrooms along with cleaning the windows, floors and dusting) and maintaining cleaning supplies.
• Assisting with site maintenance, equipment inventories, security checks, opening and closing procedures and other duties as required.
• Working in varying weather conditions and hot/cold/wet/windy environments.
• Providing professional customer service and relations to visitors.
• Working safely by following the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and Workplace policies all safe work practices.

About You

To be a successful in this role you must currently be enrolled as a student and returning to school in the fall (or next applicable semester for the program). Preference will be given to students with general handyperson experience.

This role requires an individual who has a positive attitude and ability to speak confidently and professionally when addressing visitors and staff within the facility. You work well independently and in team settings, valuing and respecting a diverse and inclusive environment.

You also have basic computer skills, including use of software packages such as Microsoft Office (Outlook and Word).

The following would be considered as asset:

• Strong aptitude for safe operation of equipment, general maintenance, and repair
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and sanitation requirements
• Certification in First Aid and WHMIS
• Driver’s license

Working Conditions

This is a labour-intensive opportunity requiring physical strength and dexterity. At times, you are subject to various environmental and temperature extremes. Ability to lift/carry 50+lbs of equipment over varying terrain is required.

Additional Information

There are two full-time (35 hours a week) student maintenance positions based out of the Amherst Provincial VIC, 90 Cumberland Loop. The position involves shiftwork, including weekends and holidays with shifts from 9am – 5pm.

This opportunity will start in mid-May with an end date of August 29, 2026 or later (depending on the return to school date). 

What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career. 
• Engaging Workforce. Our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.