Operations Worker II

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Operations Worker II

One (1) Regular Position

One (1) Seasonal Position

One (1) Casual Position

Open

Operations Branch – Sign Shop

Fredericton

Who we are

The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers.  Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure has a broad mandate and is committed to maintaining and improving New Brunswick's public infrastructure.  The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure's mission is to contribute to New Brunswick's economy and quality of life by providing and supporting sustainable infrastructure that allows for the safe and efficient movement of people, goods and government services to the public.  Not only is the department responsible for managing over 18,000 kilometers of provincial highways, it also manages the planning, design and construction of hospitals, schools and other government buildings.

What you will do

Reporting to the Sign Shop Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

• cutting materials for signs including plywood, aluminum, sentra, corex, gravoply using various power tools;
• cutting out letters using computer software and cutter plotter;
• applying letters and graphics to signs by hand;
• covering sign substrate with protective coating/sheeting;
• applying graphics and lettering to vehicles;
• preparing screens for silk screening and silk screening signs;
• assisting with unloading/loading of trucks, cutting sign posts and other work as required at the Supply Depot.

Work environment:

• Office location:  122 Currie Avenue, Fredericton.
• Open office layout.
• Standard hours of work:  Monday – Friday.
• We promote a scent-reduced environment.

Who you are

Key behavioural competencies:

• Effective Interactive Communication
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation

Essential Qualifications:

• Completion of grade ten (10).
• Three (3) years experience manufacturing and screen printing signs or related experience.
• Knowledge of all machinery, tools, substrates and software used to produce permanent and temporary road signs.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license as issued by the Province of New Brunswick.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.

• Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration.
• Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Please ensure that your preferred language of assessment is identified in your résumé.

Asset Qualifications:

Preference may be given to candidates that demonstrate the following asset:

• experience using CAS, Flexi-Cut and Adobe Software for sign fabrication;
• experience using a HP 365 Printer;
• experience using Zund flatbed potter/cutter.

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure offers:

• Meaningful work and the opportunity to support New Brunswickers in times of need.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.

SALARY:

Operations Worker II:  $27.72 per hour, based on a 40 hour week.

Providing a safe workplace for all.  Your health and safety are important to us.  GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health and safety.

How to apply

We encourage applicants to apply on-line, by February 9, 2026, indicating competition number D30-09.  This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

As per the Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Program contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.

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