2526-118 - Utility Driver (Shuttle Bus Driver) (FS7) - Sydney Waterfront Campus

Nova Scotia Community College - NSCC; Sydney; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Community College is seeking a Utility Driver for its Sydney Waterfront Campus. The role includes safely transporting students, maintaining the shuttle bus, and assisting with various facilities tasks. This position emphasizes teamwork and excellent customer service in a diverse educational environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a utility driver.
• Training in WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely with shuttle bus between off-campus lots.
• Perform routine vehicle and facility maintenance.
• Assist in cleaning and maintenance of NSCC buildings.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Teamwork skills

Commitment to equity and inclusion

Coordination skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Forklift Operators Certificate

Class 4 Nova Scotia Driver's License

Job description

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The Opportunity

Sydney, NS

Transportation

Experienced

Full-time

Competition Number: 2526-118

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Operational Support

Utility Driver (Shuttle Bus Driver) (FS7)

Education

Sydney Waterfront Campus

Sydney, Nova Scotia

Department of Facilities and Engineering

Two (2) Term Full-time Positions: Commencing approximately August 18, 2025 and ending approximately August 21, 2026

Application deadline is 11:59pm, June 24, 2025

Competition No. 2526-118

Salary range: $40,197.38 to $42,245.54 annually

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What you'll do

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, you will:

• Primarily act as the driver for Sydney Waterfront Campus' shuttle buses which includes transporting students safely between two off-campus parking lots to their main campus. This includes assisting students with boarding, maintaining the cleanliness of the vehicle, and carrying out daily safety checks. The shuttle bus carries up to 24 passengers.
• Assist with transportation/delivery services related duties throughout the College.
• Provide routine information and answers to inquiries.
• Provide minor maintenance services as needed to maintain equipment and facilities in a safe and functional condition.
• Assist with the cleaning and maintenance of NSCC buildings as required.
• Comply with NSCC Policies and Procedures of OH&S by properly using and maintaining personal protective equipment, participating in the identification and correction of safety hazards found and demonstrating safe work practices and behavior.
• Perform your work according to established NSCC standards and guidelines.
• Assist with other related duties as assigned.
  
  

What you'll need

Qualifications

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• The minimum educational qualification for this position is a high school diploma or recognized equivalent (GED), or willingness to attain a high school diploma or GED within the probationary period. In addition, you possess a Forklift Operators Certificate and a valid, Class 4, Nova Scotia Driver's Licence with a clean driving record. Training in WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety regulations would be considered an asset, as would Standard First Aid and CPR.
• You have a minimum of two years (full-time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience as a utility driver.
• You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail and Megamation.
• You have demonstrated experience providing maintenance duties (e.g. daily vehicle safety checks).
  
  

Relevant Skills And Knowledge

• You demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism.
• You possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and are able to interact effectively with a diversity of people.
• You are known for your superior customer service skills and can create a relationship of trust beyond the immediate interaction.
• Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment.
• You are familiar with working within and committed to complying with OHS policies and procedures and traffic laws.
• You have a proven ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• You possess excellent coordination skills.
• You demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence.
• You are dedicated to life-long learning.
• You show a strong commitment to community involvement.
• You are able to perform all physical duties of the job as required for the operation and maintenance of the facilities and operation of small hand tools and shop equipment.
  
  

A Little Bit About Us

Nova Scotia Community College

We value Diversity and Inclusion

The College values diversity and inclusion and is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Aboriginal/Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and women. Applicants from these communities wishing to self-identify may do so by completing the online questionnaire within the application.

All NSCC positions are advertised every Tuesday and Thursday. To learn more about us and our hiring process, please follow this link.

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Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.

NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Jaclynn Kelly, HR Generalist at [e-mail]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.

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