Division Crewperson (Summer Works Period) (35 Weeks) (Berwick)

The Government of Nova Scotia•Berwick, NS

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Maintaining provincial built infrastructure is a significant undertaking. This role involves supporting the growth and development of provincial infrastructure, offering hands-on experience in the maintenance and construction of various projects within an assigned construction area. The position is dynamic, with no two days being the same, and each job presenting unique challenges.

Requirements

Grade 10 education plus one (1) year of related experience in survey, road construction, and building structures, or an acceptable equivalent of education and experience.
A valid Class 5 driver's license.
An acceptable driver abstract must be submitted before employment begins.
Written and verbal communication skills are essential for completing required documents, forms, and reviewing 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.
Well-developed time management and organizational skills to meet established priorities.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for working with staff, contractors, and the traveling public.
Consistently maintain a professional and courteous disposition.
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

Performing a combination of maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, or construction processes of provincial infrastructure.
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.