2627-187 - Facilities Support Assistant - Akerley Campus

CareerBeacon; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) is seeking an Operational Support candidate for two term, full-time Facilities Support Assistant roles at Akerley Campus, Dartmouth, NS. Reporting to Facilities Manager, duties include cleaning, painting, room setup, and on-call support to ensure a safe, welcoming campus environment.

The selected candidate will bring a high school diploma or GED and one year of cleaning experience, with knowledge of MS Office and Megamation.

Qualifications

• The minimum educational qualification is a high school diploma or GED, or willingness to attain one prior to Regular status.
• Training in WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety regulations is assets.
• First Aid and CPR and a valid NS driver’s license are assets.
• One year of cleaning experience and custodial/maintenance exposure is preferred.
• Experience with trades (carpentry, plumbing, electrical) is an asset.
• Proficiency with MS Office, e-mail, and Megamation.
• Experience providing general, preventative, and scheduled maintenance duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of routine and special cleaning duties to keep the campus safe and hygienic.
• Perform routine painting duties and room rental setups; hours vary; shift work and on-call duties as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Caring for safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Megamation

Microsoft Office

Job description

Operational Support

Facilities Support Assistant (FS4)

Nova Scotia Community College

Akerley Campus

Dartmouth, NS

Department of Facilities and Engineering

Two Term, Full-Time Positions:

One position commencing approximately October 20, 2026 and ending approximately October 1, 2027

One position commencing approximately October 20, 2026 and ending approximately February 27, 2027

Application deadline is 11:59PM, October 6, 2026

Competition No. 2627-187

Salary range: $41,702.30 to $43,315.12 annually

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 prior to obtaining Regular status. Training in WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety regulations would be considered an asset, as would Standard First Aid and CPR and possession of a valid NS driver's license.

• You have a minimum of one-year experience as a cleaner (including the operation of waxing and polishing machines and automatic scrubbers). Custodial and/or maintenance experience in a post-secondary or commercial setting would be considered an asset.

• Occupational experience that includes working in one or more of the trades (carpentry, plumbing, electrical) would be considered an asset.

• You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail and Megamation.

• You have demonstrated experience providing general, preventative, and scheduled maintenance duties.

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 are able to create a relationship of trust beyond the immediate interaction.

• Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment.

• You have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in operating auto scrubbers, carpet extraction equipment, and other custodial related equipment.

• You are familiar working within and committed to complying with OHS policies and procedures.

• You have a proven ability to follow instructions.

• You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to coordinating services, work, events, logistics.

• 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.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, you will:

• Perform a full range of routine and special cleaning duties associated with keeping the Campus in a safe and hygienic condition.
• Perform routine painting duties and room rental setups. The hours of work will vary as required. Shift work and on-call duties as required.

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 accommodation, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Nikki Berrigan, HR & Talent Consultant at [e-mail]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.