Motor Vehicle Officer 2

3 days ago

Amherst, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time

**Competition #**: 43399

**Department**: Public Works

**Location**: AMHERST

**Type of Employment**: Permanent

**Union Status**: NSGEU - NSPG

**Closing Date**: 08-Jul-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

Ensuring road safety for the Province of Nova Scotia is our goal. We are recruiting for people who can help us achieve this goal.

The Department of Public Works (DPW) supports Nova Scotia's 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways, 4,100 bridges, and 9 provincial ferries. The Vehicle Transportation Inspection is a Division of DPW and are responsible for safety and compliance through education, inspections and enforcement for all road users that operate on our highways.

We inspire public confidence in the public passenger transportation service through education and enforcement of Acts and Regulations that pertain to all road users in our province.

About Our Opportunity

Under the general supervision of the Regional Manager, the Motor Vehicle Inspector 2 (Compliance Station Inspector) interacts with the commercial trucking industry with the view of ensuring the safety of all road users and protecting the highway infrastructure of Nova Scotia.

Primary Accountabilities

The Compliance Station Inspector is expected to verify vehicle compliance with the Motor Vehicle Act and any Regulations that deal with commercial vehicles. They also conduct vehicle mechanical and document inspections, under the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance guidelines. Applicants must be physically able to check commercial vehicles and loads for safety and mechanical fitness. Also, as a Special Constable, this position ensures compliance with National Safety Code requirements and Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Standards.

Qualifications and Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent plus seven years of related experience in commercial transportation, vehicle repair or vehicle inspection is required; or appropriate accreditation such as Red Seal endorsements in truck/bus transport repair and/or automobile service technician certification plus four (4) years of experience as a journeyperson in that trade; an acceptable equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable.

Appointment as a special Constable is necessary, therefore a valid driver's license with a clean driving record and a clean criminal record are required.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency

**Benefits**:
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

Working Conditions

What We Offer

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.

**Pay Grade**: TE 22

**Salary Range**: $2,189.32 - $2,574.66 Bi-Weekly

**Employment Equity Statement**:

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