Day Use Park Caretaker (Maintenance Worker 2(A))

About Us

Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources – including biodiversity, forests, provincial parks and the land we manage. The Department of Natural Resources is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, parks and wildlife resources and the administration of the province's Crown land. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management as we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province. 

For more information on the department view our website: https://novascotia.ca/natr

About Our Opportunity

Are you a nature enthusiast who enjoys working outside? Do you excel at providing helpful advice and guidance to others? Do you enjoy working with your hands, seeing projects through to completion in a safe and efficient manner?

If you answered yes to the above questions, we have an exciting opportunity for you to explore as a Park Caretaker.

The Park Caretaker reports directly to the Area/District Supervisor or designate as specified. As the Park Caretaker, you are responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the designated Day Use Park(s) including: all infrastructure, vehicles, grounds and equipment.

Primary Accountabilities

You will also be responsible for:

• Ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations and department policies.
• Actively participating in the implementation of departmental OH&S Policy and Programs.
• Providing visitor information.
• Monitoring park activities for regulation compliance.
• Advising visitors of park regulations and reporting non-compliance to conservation officers.

Qualifications and Experience

This could be the right job for you if you have the following skills and experience:

• Two (2) years of related experience, which can include:
  • General carpentry, building and grounds maintenance, general machine maintenance.
  • Use of tractors, ride-on mowers, push mowers, string trimmers and hand and power tools.
• Valid NS Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent.
• Valid (Standard) First Aid Certificate and WHMIS training.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and sanitation requirements.
• Customer service training.
• Training, experience in or demonstrated ability for ensuring compliance of Regulations in a public setting; and
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

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

This position requires the ability to generally work alone, as well as performing strenuous manual tasks in an outdoor environment. Duties often require working irregularly scheduled hours, weekends, evenings and holidays. Participation in department training related to the duties of this position is required.

Frequent work outside in all environmental conditions including heat, cold, wet, dry, fog, dust, bugs, wind, etc.

Additional Information

There is one (1) permanent seasonal opportunity available in Debert. The seasonal term of 4 to 6 months is expected to end on November 18, 2025.

Please note, the seasonal status for this position is expected to be 4 to 6 months, however the actual status will depend on the start date of the successful candidate.

Please note, the seasonal status for this position is expected to be 4 to 6 months, however the actual employment status will depend on the start date of the successful candidate.

What We Offer

• Contribution to the protection of Nova Scotia’s natural resources;
• Career advancement;
• Potential travel opportunities;
• Working primarily outside and in nature;
• Exciting team environment.