Equipment Operator (winter Works Period) (halifax Suburban)

Province of Nova Scotia

Bedford, Nova Scotia, CA
Base: $29.12 hourly; bonus/equity: winter premium ...
On-site
Operating snow removal equipment
Performing equipment maintenance
Working in adverse weather conditions
The Department of Public Works supports Nova Scotia’s 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways and 4,100 bridges

Job Summary

  • The Department of Public Works supports Nova Scotia’s 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways and 4,100 bridges.
  • As the Equipment Operator, you will operate snow removal equipment and assist with construction and maintenance work to ensure public safety.
  • The Government of Nova Scotia offers a wide range of benefits including a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.

Matching Summary

The Department of Public Works supports Nova Scotia’s 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways and 4,100 bridges.

Salary

Base: $29.12 Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Winter premium per hour; Benefits: Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Disability, Vacation, Employee Assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Operating snow removal equipment
  • Performing equipment maintenance
  • Working in adverse weather conditions
  • Completing daily logs and inspections
  • Traffic control and road surface repairs

Nice-to-have

  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Flexible and self-motivated
  • Professionalism and client service focus
  • Knowledge of hydraulic systems
  • Experience with salt spreading systems

Key Requirements

  • Declared competent as OPTP operator
  • Class I license
  • Experience with trucks and plow equipment
  • Reading and writing comprehension
  • CUPE Local 1867 membership

Work Rights

CUPE Local 1867 membership required

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