Equipment Operator (Special Works Crew) (Pavement Patch Crew) (Colchester County) (3 Positions)
Competition # : 48714
Department: Public Works
Location: BIBLE HILL
Zone: 14
Type of Employment: Special Works Crew
Union Status: CUPE - NSPG
Closing Date: 31-May-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
Under Article 13 of the Collective Agreement between the Nova Scotia Department of Public Works and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 1867, the following opportunity is being posted.
Please quote the competition number and the Zone you are applying for as noted above on your application.
About Us
Maintaining our Provincial built infrastructure is no small job. We’re recruiting for people like you to help our Province achieve big things.
The Department of Public Works supports Nova Scotia’s 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways, 4,100 bridges, and 9 provincial ferries. There are a lot of exciting developments on the horizon in our Province, and this is your opportunity to get involved with the growth of your Provincial Infrastructure. Watch your hands-on experiences come to life as you support the maintenance and construction of various projects throughout your assigned construction area.
Primary Accountabilities
As the Equipment Operator, you are responsible for the efficient operation of various types of equipment used in the construction and maintenance of Provincial infrastructure. Typical duties include the general maintenance of equipment, pre and post trip inspections, and daily logs as required.
The successful candidate may also be required to perform the duties of other job positions as outlined in Groups I, II and III of the CUPE Collective Agreement for which they are qualified.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must have been declared competent as an OPTP operator by Department of Public Works within one (1) year of this posting date. Completion of a professional driving course is considered an asset.
The ability to operate a Skid steer or a roller is a requirement for this position or the ability to be trained.
Knowledge of the National Safety Code; pre-trip inspection program; hydraulic systems; as well as mechanical aptitude and ability are considered assets. Previous experience operating trucks with salt and plow equipment, a Class I license, and knowledge of salt spreading systems are also considered assets.
You are a self-motivated individual who works both independently with minimal supervision, and participates fully as an effective team player. You are accurate in your work, and have well developed time management and organizational skills to meet established priorities. You consistently maintain a professional and courteous disposition and hold a high standard for client and customer service.
You will be assessed on the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: practical driving test on a tandem truck, written examination, interview, and reference checks.
Benefits
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.
Working Conditions
You will be working in all types of weather conditions, environmental hazards, traffic conditions, occasional work performed in a mechanical environment occasioned by smoke and fumes. Expected to work in above normal noise, dust and vibrations.
Additional Information
This opportunity is for a special work crew as per Article 15 of the CUPE Collective Agreement.
You will begin your workday by reporting to your assigned work location in the Colchester Construction Area (Zones 14, 15 & 16). You will begin your workday by reporting to 15 St. David's Ave., Bible Hill before going to your assigned work location. The employer reserves the right to provide transportation to work sites with Department vehicles. It is the responsibility of every employee on the Special Work team to make their arrangements to report to the assigned work location. The employer reserves the right to provide transportation with Department vehicles.
There are three (3) positions based out of the Colchester Construction Area including Maintenance Zones 14, 15 and 16.
The Special Work Crew does not have a defined works period. The asphalt work will depend on available funding. It is anticipated that work will take place over the summer maintenance season in any given year depending on asphalt work plans/priorities and available funding. On days where inclement weather does not allow pavement patching, other maintenance duties will be assigned to the crew.
What We Offer
- Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
- Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
- Countless Career Paths.
Pay Grade: EQP OPER
Salary Range: $29.12 Hourly
Employment Equity Statement: Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
Accommodation Statement: We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at competitions@novascotia.ca.
This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current CUPE local 1867 employees with a date of seniority. The successful candidate(s) will be expected to perform duties as necessary within their zone. Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Current employees may apply to this position through the following link:
If you are receiving a pension from the Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Plan (PSSP) or any related plans, you cannot receive pension payments while contributing to the same plan. If you accept a position that requires PSSP contributions, your pension payments must be stopped. Please contact the Nova Scotia Pension Services Corporation for more information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.
