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Spare Winter Equipment Operators (African NS/Indigenous People) (Digby and Lequille) - Jobs in Digby, NS

Province of Nova Scotia
Job LocationDigby, NS
EducationNot Mentioned
SalaryNot Disclosed
IndustryNot Mentioned
Functional AreaNot Mentioned
Job TypeFull Time

Job Description

Department: Public WorksLocation: DIGBY & LEQUILLEZone: 31 and 32Type of Employment: Spare ClassificationUnion Status: CUPE - NSPGClosing Date: 11/24/2022 (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.Please quote the competition number and the Zone you are applying for as noted above on your application.Special StatementApplications received from African Nova Scotian and Indigenous People within 40 minutes of the base will be given preference.Employment Equity StatementOur 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.About Our OpportunityThis opportunity is for spare positions with no guarantee of hours – you will be called on a when and as required basis and will be only paid for hours worked.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 assist with other work such as maintaining signs, road surface repairs and traffic control.Qualifications and ExperienceSome high school education plus 2 years of experience or an acceptable equivalency of education, training, and experience. Minimum of Class III license with air brake endorsement. Reading and writing skills are required to understand department documentation and complete forms (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 value client service. You will be working around environmental hazards, various traffic conditions and occasional work performed in a mechanical environment.Additional InformationApplicants unable to apply online are invited to submit an application in person at 85 Cape Road, Lequille or 200 Robinson Weir Road, Digby. 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.You will attend a two-week, paid, training course which will provide you with the skills necessary for effective snow and ice control. You will also complete 45 hours of paid plowing experience with a mentor. A driving test on a one-person-truck-plow equipped with a front plow, a wing and salt controls is required.After successful completion of all departmental training, you may be eligible to apply for a future opportunity with a minimum of ninety (90) hours bi-weekly including a premium of $0.95 per hour.Pay Grade: EQP OPERSalary Range: $22.17 HourlyEmployment 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 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: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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