Field mechanic, heavy equipment

1 week ago


Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

Truck and Transport Mechanic Apprentice Opportunity at Department of Public Works in Nova Scotia

  • Join the Fleet Services Division to ensure the safety of provincial road network
  • Advance your professional development through hands on experience, training, and mentorship
  • Develop skills at repair shops working with machinery for snow and ice removal, repairs, and maintenance

Responsibilities under supervision:
- Repairing equipment like excavators, snow plows, graders, and loaders
- Supporting preventative maintenance program
- Working on electronic controls and computer diagnostics

Requirements:
Completion of a recognized Truck and Transport Repair program
Assets: Work experience with heavy trucks and equipment operation

Assessment tools: written examination, tests, oral presentations, interviews, reference checks

Benefits offered by Government of Nova Scotia:
Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation, Employee and Family Assistance Programs

Working environment includes mechanical repair setting with noise, smoke, gas fumes, and adverse weather conditions

Opportunities available in Sydney/Baddeck Fleet Services Area
Apprentices must provide own tools and confirm current apprentice hours with application for hourly rate determination

Career Development:
Access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training

Employment Equity Policy in place welcoming applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and Women

Bargaining unit position for current CUPE local 1867 employees with seniority

Correct application is crucial for first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant



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