Winter Equipment Operators (Halifax East)

Government of Nova Scotia; Halifax; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Winter Wage Guarantee

90 guaranteed hours every two weeks

$0.95/hour premium

Job summary

The Government of Nova Scotia is seeking Spare Winter Equipment Operators for multiple bases in Halifax East (Spry Bay, Middle Musquodoboit, Chezzetcook). You will receive two weeks of paid training, then 45 hours of paid plowing experience, and must pass a driving assessment with a front-plow, wing and salt controls.

This is a spare position with variable hours; a Winter Wage Guarantee may provide guaranteed work for two weeks and possibly longer through the winter season.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Reading and writing skills are required to understand department documentation and to complete daily logs.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems and mechanical skills is helpful.
• Training at accredited heavy/commercial equipment training institute is helpful.
• Experience driving trucks with salt and plow equipment and knowledge of salt spreading systems is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Operate snow removal equipment such as snowplows, graders and loaders.
• Perform general maintenance, pre-and-post trip inspections and daily logs.
• May perform other work such as maintaining signs, road surface repairs and traffic control.

Skills

Two years experience

Reading writing skills

Tools

Class III license with air brake endorsement

Job description

Competition #: 49690

Department: Public Works

Location: Multiple Locations

Zone: 12, 13 and 17

Type of Employment: Spare Classification

Union Status: CUPE - NSPG

Closing Date: 27-Sep-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

Under Article 13 of the Collective Agreement between the Nova Scotia Department of Public Works and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 1867, the following opportunity is being posted.

About Us

We are currently hiring for Spare Winter Equipment Operators in Halifax East at the following bases: Spry Bay (Zone 12), Middle Musquodoboit (Zone 13) and Chezzetcook (Zone 17). Work may be available at any of these locations.

About Our Opportunity

Successful candidates will begin with two weeks of paid training designed to build the knowledge and skills required for effective snow and ice control operations. Following training, you will complete 45 hours of paid plowing experience under the guidance of an experienced Operator. Candidates must also successfully complete a driving assessment using a one-person-truck-plow equipped with a front plow, wing, and salt controls.

This is a spare position, and hours of work are not guaranteed. Employees are called in as operational needs require. There may be an opportunity to participate in the Winter Wage Guarantee, which provides guaranteed work for a minimum of two weeks and may continue for the duration of the winter season.

Winter Wage Guarantee

• Guaranteed 90 hours of pay every two weeks
• $0.95/per hour premium
• Opportunities for overtime
• Scheduled days off (2 days bi-weekly)

You are responsible for operating snow removal equipment such as snowplows, graders, and loaders. This includes general maintenance of the equipment, pre-and-post trip inspections, and daily logs. You may also be required to perform other work, such as maintaining signs, road surface repairs and traffic control.

Qualifications And Experience

Two years of experience or an acceptable equivalent of education, training, and relevant experience.

Minimum of Class III license with air brake endorsement.

Reading and writing skills are required to understand department documentation and to complete daily logs, inspection reports, etc.

The Following Is Not Required But Considered Helpful

• A professional driving course from a recognized truck driving training facility
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems and mechanical skills
• Training completed at any accredited heavy/commercial equipment training institute
• Previous experience driving a manual transmission, operating trucks with salt and plow equipment, and/or knowledge of salt spreading systems

You are flexible, self-motivated, and comfortable working in all weather conditions. You are respectful and understand the value of good customer service. You will be working around environmental hazards, various traffic conditions and occasional work performed in a mechanical environment.

Additional Information

Applicants who are unable to apply online are invited to stop by the local Area Office located at 107 Oakmount Drive, Bedford or one of the following bases: 7818 NS-207, Head of Chezzetcook (Chezzetcook Base), 20411 Trunk 7, Mushaboom (Spry Bay Base), 12698 Route 224, Chaswood (Middle Musquodoboit Base) to complete a paper application. Staff will be on site between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday to assist you.

Please bring a current copy of your Drivers Abstract.

Candidates selected for a road test, interview and a physical must be available to complete these in the local area at determined dates and times. Testing will be done on an automatic or manual transmission truck dependent on area requirements.

Pay Grade: EQP OPER

Salary Range: $29.12 Hourly

Employment Equity Statement: Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, Persons of African Descent, Racialized Persons, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ Persons and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

Accommodation Statement: We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current CUPE local 1867 employees with a date of seniority. The successful candidate(s) will be expected to perform duties as necessary within their zone.

Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Current employees may apply to this position through the following link:

If you are receiving a pension from the Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Plan (PSSP) or any related plans, you cannot receive pension payments while contributing to the same plan. If you accept a position that requires PSSP contributions, your pension payments must be stopped. Please contact the Nova Scotia Pension Services Corporation for more information.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to [e-mail].