Maintenance Technician

Halifax Harbour Bridges; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Halifax Harbour Bridges is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure quality maintenance and efficient operation of bridges and associated infrastructure. This safety-sensitive position requires adherence to safety standards and the ability to work under challenging conditions. With competitive pay and a full-time commitment, this role contributes significantly to public safety and infrastructure reliability.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in Maintenance or Maintenance-related position.
• Ability to work in a safety-sensitive position in adverse weather.
• Must pass physical demands assessment and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• General maintenance operation and repair of HHB equipment.
• Operate snow removal equipment to keep bridges and properties clear.
• Conduct safety inspections of workplaces and systems.

Skills

Electrical Experience

HVAC

Mechanical Knowledge

Plumbing

Troubleshooting

Education

Valid Class 3 NS Drivers License

Tools

eMaint

Job description

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Maintenance Technician

Halifax Harbour Bridges (HHB)maintains and operates the Angus L. Macdonald and A. Murray MacKay Bridges thatspan Halifax Harbour. With annual traffic volume in excess of 32 millioncrossings HHBs mission is to provide safe efficient and reliablecross-harbour transportation infrastructure cost-effectively. HHBemployees take pride in the bridges and are motivated results-drivenindividuals who enjoy challenges and are committed to continuous learning.

Reporting to the MaintenanceSupervisor the Maintenance Technician position isresponsible for the general maintenance operation and repair of HalifaxHarbour Bridges (HHB) equipment vehicles buildings bridge structures bridgesystems streets and properties. The Maintenance Technician position is alsoresponsible for winter maintenance and snow removal.

This position is deemed as a

• safety sensitive position as work is completed in variable weathertemperatures and adverse weather conditions working at extreme heights from170 320 feet above the bridge and in confined spaces below the bridge or inthe bridge towers. A critical accountability is adherence to the HHB Safetystandards policies and processes. This includes hazard assessments wearingrequired Personal Protective Equipment proper access to confined spacessafety observations and being able to provide rescue to co-workers asnecessary.

HHB is currently seeking 1Maintenance Technician.

Essential Duties andResponsibilities :

Follow HHB safety policies proceduresstandards Safe Work Practices and reporting requirements.

General maintenance operation and repair ofHalifax Harbour Bridges (HHB) equipment vehicles buildings bridgestructures bridge systems streets and properties.

Operate vehicles mid-sized equipment and powertools including trucks towing vehicles ATVS bobcats street sweeperstractors pay loaders cart carriers power lifts and pneumatic tools.

Operate snow removal equipment such as tractorsloaders brine spreaders snowplows snow blowers and salt spreaders to removesnow and ice from bridges streets sidewalks parking lots and other HHBproperties.

General maintenance and operation of vehiclesincluding pre-inspection checks tune-ups and parts replacements oil andgrease changes fluid levels check replacing lights cleaning vehicles tirereplacement and rotation checking tire pressure.

Repair maintain and perform regular inspectionof equipment and tools to ensure they are in working condition.

Conduct regular checks and safety inspections ofworkplaces diesel generators and fire systems.

Assist in traffic control to close and openlanes as per construction and maintenance requirements.

Complete job-related safety training and skillsdevelopment as required.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications include :

A valid Class 3 NS Drivers License and cleandriving record (Driver Abstract will be required as a condition ofemployment).

Must pass a physical demands assessment and acriminal background check as a condition of employment.

Experience working in a construction environmentor performing work in the construction trades

2 years of experience in a Maintenance orMaintenance-related position.

Able to work in a

• safety-sensitive position inadverse weather conditions (rain snow ice) at extreme heights (170-320feet) in direct traffic and in confined spaces.

Able to work in a fast-paced environment withina team or independently with limited supervision.

Able to work in an efficient manner whileproviding excellent customer service and exhibiting pride in quality work.

Punctual and dependable with a can-do attitude.

Assets include :

Valid Safety training in FallProtection Confined Space Entry WHMIS and First Aid. If necessary thesecourses will be scheduled by the employer for the successful candidate tocomplete.

This is a full-time permanentunion position working 40 hours per week on a rotating shift scheduleincluding a 24 / 7 rotating shift schedule during HHBs winter season. Overtime standby and call-in work will be required based on operational starting hourly wage for this position is $23.40 whichis set by the terms of the collective agreement.

• Safety sensitive position refersto any position in which Employees have a key and direct role in an operationwhere performance impacted or limited by drug or alcohol use could result in asignificant incident near miss or failure to adequately respond to asignificant incident and affect the health safety or security of the Employeeother persons property or the environment or cause a detrimental impact toreputation. Safety sensitive positions are also those where there is no directsupervision or limited supervision is available to provide frequent operationalchecks.

How to Apply :

Interestedcandidates maysubmit the resume and complete all pre-screening questions by 4 : 00 pm FridayJune 13 2025. If you need an accommodation please contact

Please note :

Successful candidate must pass a credit check and criminal background checkincluding education verification and employment confirmation.

Employment Equity Statement :

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all joblevels of the communities we serve. At Halifax Harbour Bridges (HHB) wewelcome applications from Indigenous People African Nova Scotians and OtherRacially Visible Persons Persons with Disabilities and Women or Personsinoccupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are amember of one of these equity groups you are encouraged to self-identify onyour electronic application.

The collection ofself-identification data is a central piece of HHBs commitment to equitydiversity and inclusion (EDI). This data provides information on the diversityof the population applying for employment with us. This information increasesHHBs capacity to monitor our progression in increasing EDI in our recruitment

HHB appreciates all applications;however only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.

Required Experience :

Key Skills

Electrical Experience,eMaint,Industrial Maintenance,HVAC,Mechanical Knowledge,Property Maintenance,Maintenance,Painting,Plumbing,Hydraulics,Programmable Logic Controllers,Troubleshooting

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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