Opportunities: Equipment Operator Trainer (Year Round) (Yarmouth)

Government of Nova Scotia • Yarmouth, MA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Maintaining Provincial Infrastructure is a significant task, and the Department of Public Works is responsible for Nova Scotia’s 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways and 4,100 bridges. This role supports the development of Equipment Operators, playing an essential part in onboarding, seasonal preparation, documentation quality, and ensuring procedures are followed correctly. Trainers are expected to work proactively and independently, using structured work plans aligned with operational priorities and seasonal demands. They collaborate closely with Area Managers, Operations Supervisors, Equipment Operators, and Equipment Instructors/Inspectors (EQIIs) to ensure training and documentation efforts are consistent, useful, and responsive to District needs. This position provides structured and assigned training support and does not replace supervisory functions or routine peer-to-peer coaching that occurs among Equipment Operators as part of normal operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of experience operating relevant equipment
• Access to a reliable motor vehicle
• Class 3 Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement and Condition 15
• Ability to operate a wide variety of heavy equipment in all seasons
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities using structured task planning
• Professionalism and a high standard for client service
• Proven organizational skills, including tracking training-related records and reviewing documentation such as logs and inspection forms
• Computer literacy (e.g., digital forms, spreadsheets, email)

Nice To Haves

• Class 1 license

Responsibilities

• Actively monitoring and supporting Equipment Operator development, documenting progress and offering feedback to Supervisors
• Supporting the coaching of new and existing Equipment Operators on the safe performance of tasks such as plowing, ditching, ice blading, grading, and other equipment operations.
• Tracking progress of new Equipment Operators and supporting scheduling OPTP testing with EQII when Equipment Operators have achieved sufficient experience
• Ensuring Equipment Operators are following safety protocols while operating, including trip inspections, hazard assessments, protective equipment, and safe use of attachments
• Reporting serious or repeated performance concerns to the Operations Supervisor for action
• Preparing equipment for training, including ensuring it is operationally fit, trip inspections are complete, equipment is fuelled, attachments installed, etc.
• Providing hands-on instruction and demonstrations to ensure Equipment Operators are proficient in the safe and effective operation of machinery

Benefits

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Health, Dental, 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED