Maintenance Worker 2(A) - Jobs in Amherst, NS

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Department: Communities, Culture, Tourism & HeritageLocation: AMHERSTType of Employment: SeasonalUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: 8/2/2022 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsTourism Nova Scotia is a division of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage. Tourism Nova Scotia works with communities and industry to encourage travel in the province and increase tourism revenues through experience and sector development, business coaching, marketing, and visitor servicing. We lead tourism marketing and development initiatives to benefit all regions of our province.Tourism Nova Scotia operates six visitor information centres across the province including Amherst. Visitor information centres are one of the first points of contact for many first-time visitors to Nova Scotia and it is very important that our centres create a warm welcome and positive impression with our visitors.For more information on Tourism Nova Scotia please visit the following link: https://tourismns.ca/About Our OpportunityAs a seasonal Maintenance Worker at the Amherst Visitor Information Centre, you are a part of a team responsible for assisting with the seasonal maintenance of the interior and exterior of the Amherst Visitors Information Centre building and grounds including required janitorial duties.This opportunity would be a great fit for an individual that enjoys being outside and likes working with various types of equipment.This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.Primary AccountabilitiesDaily responsibilities include:

• Maintaining the grounds (mowing, planting, seeding, weeding, cutting and trimming trees and bushes), minor repairs (flagpole repair, painting, and plumbing), routine equipment and tools maintenance, janitorial (cleaning and stocking the washrooms along with cleaning the windows, floors and dusting) and maintaining cleaning supplies.
• Assisting with site maintenance, equipment inventories, security checks, opening and closing procedures and other duties as required.
• Working in varying weather conditions and wet/cold environments.
• Providing professional customer service and relations to visitors.
• Working safely by following the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and Workplace policies all safe work practices.

Qualifications and ExperienceTo be a successful in this role you must have completion of Grade 10 plus two years related experience working in a maintenance environment. This includes knowledge and experience in general handyperson skills, painting, building and grounds maintenance, and general equipment maintenance as required.This role requires an individual who has a positive attitude and ability to speak confidently and professionally when addressing visitors and staff within the facility. You work well independently and in team settings, valuing and respecting a diverse and inclusive environment.You also have basic computer skills, including use of software packages such as Microsoft Office (Outlook and Word).You also have:

• Experience and strong knowledge of maintenance operations
• Strong aptitude for safe operation of equipment, general maintenance, and repair
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and sanitation requirements
• Certification in First Aid and WHMIS

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checksEquivalencyApplicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.Equivalent experience acceptable for this role include:

• Painters Helper
• Grounds Helper
• General Maintenance
• Light Replacement and Minor Electrical Repairs)

BenefitsBased on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offering and eligibility criteria.Working Conditions

• You must have a driver’s license.
• Ability to lift/carry 50+lbs of equipment over varying terrain

Additional InformationThis a full-time permanent (35 hours a week) seasonal position. The position involves shiftwork, including weekends and holidays.What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless Career Paths.
• Department Specific Flexible working schedules.

Pay Grade: MOS 07Salary Range: $1,542.79 - $1,581.67 Bi-WeeklyEmployment 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 and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities 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.This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link: 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.External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing 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 Competitions@novascotia.ca.Quick Apply

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