Mobile Service Mechanic — Year‑Round Public Works Fleet

The Government of Nova Scotia; Whycocomagh; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Engaging workplace

Multiple career paths

Job summary

The Government of Nova Scotia invites qualified candidates for a Mobile Service Mechanic position within the Public Works Department in Ashfield/Judique. The role focuses on maintaining a range of fleet equipment, including tractors, loaders, graders and trucks, with emphasis on safety and reliability.

The successful candidate will perform repairs, diagnostics and preventative maintenance, operate with minimal supervision, and join a unionised workforce located in Zone 6.

Qualifications

• High school education plus strong mechanical background.
• Inter-Provincial Red Seal in Truck & Transport required.
• Five years of diversified mechanical experience.

Responsibilities

• Repair, rebuild and adjust fleet equipment to minimise malfunctions.
• Perform preventative maintenance and safety checks on vehicles and attachments.
• Use diagnostics and manuals to determine root causes of faults.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

Inter-Provincial Red Seal Certificate (Truck & Transport)

High school diploma

Tools

Diagnostic technology

Air Brake endorsement (asset)

Job description

The Government of Nova Scotia invites qualified candidates for a Mobile Service Mechanic position within the Public Works Department in Ashfield/Judique. The role focuses on maintaining a range of fleet equipment, including tractors, loaders, graders and trucks, with emphasis on safety and reliability.

The successful candidate will perform repairs, diagnostics and preventative maintenance, operate with minimal supervision, and join a unionised workforce located in Zone 6.