Substation Maintenance Technician I (On-Site)

Nova Scotia Power; Sydney; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing benefits

Career growth opportunities

Community engagement & care

Competitive pension plan

Job summary

Nova Scotia Power is seeking a Utility Worker I in Sydney, NS. The role involves heavy labour, routine maintenance on substation equipment, cleaning, and environmental tasks. You will perform repairs, assist with staging erection, and support safety training and on-the-job development.

Travel across the province may be required, with on-site safety emphasis and continuous skill upgrades. A valid NS driver’s license and willingness to obtain staging certification are important.

Qualifications

• Grade XII education or equivalent with reading/writing skills to safely perform duties.
• Able to perform heavy labour with general cleanliness standards.
• Self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge or certification in staging erection is an asset.
• Carpentry/insulation/ crane or vacuum truck experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform general utility duties including heavy labour, maintenance, cleaning, and repairs.
• Follow safety rules, participate in training, and support environmental initiatives.
• Erect, dismantle and inspect lift staging; travel within the province as needed.

Skills

Heavy labour

General maintenance

Safety compliance

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Travel readiness

Environmental awareness

Driver's license

Education

Grade XII education or equivalent

Reading and writing skills

Tools

Carpentry

Insulation

Mobile crane operation

Vacuum truck operation

Air brakes

Trailer endorsement

Job description

Nova Scotia Power is seeking a Utility Worker I in Sydney, NS. The role involves heavy labour, routine maintenance on substation equipment, cleaning, and environmental tasks. You will perform repairs, assist with staging erection, and support safety training and on-the-job development.

Travel across the province may be required, with on-site safety emphasis and continuous skill upgrades. A valid NS driver’s license and willingness to obtain staging certification are important.