Division Crewperson (Summer Works Period) (23 Weeks) (Annapolis County)
About The Position
Maintaining provincial built infrastructure is a significant task. This role involves assisting the Province in achieving its infrastructure goals. The Department of Public Works supports Nova Scotia’s extensive network of roads, highways, bridges, and ferries. This is an opportunity to be involved in the growth of provincial infrastructure and see hands-on experiences come to life by supporting the maintenance and construction of various projects within an assigned construction area. As a Division Crewperson, the work is varied, with no two days being the same, and each job presenting unique challenges.
Requirements
- Grade 10 plus one (1) year of related experience in survey, road construction and building structures; an acceptable equivalent of education and experience will be considered.
- A valid Class 5 drivers’ license is a condition of employment, and an acceptable driver abstract must be submitted before employment begins.
- Written and verbal communication skills are essential for completing required documents, forms and reviewing of policies and procedures.
- The ability to operate small power tools and various portable equipment is essential.
- Self-motivated individual who works both independently with minimal supervision and participates fully as an effective team player.
- Accuracy in work and well-developed time management and organizational skills to meet established priorities.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are essential for working with staff, contractors, and the traveling public.
- Consistently maintain a professional and courteous disposition and hold a high standard for client and customer service.
Nice To Haves
- Traffic Control certification
- Temporary Workplace Signage certification
- Confined Space certification
- Nova Scotia Forest Products Association Tree Felling certification
- Erosion & Sediment Control certification
- Anti Stripping certification
- WHMIS certification
- First Aid and CPR certification
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods certification
- Fall Protection certification
- Chainsaw Safety certification
Responsibilities
- Traffic control including erecting, repairing and maintaining traffic control signs
- Ditching, installing, replacing and repairing culverts
- Building, repairing, and maintaining steel/wooden bridges and guardrails
- Road surface maintenance
- Bush cutting
- General maintenance
- Performing a combination of maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, or construction processes of provincial infrastructure.
Benefits
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- General illness
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Vacation
- Employee and Family Assistance Programs
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
