Painter/Plasterer - Maintenance and Operations

2 hours ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time
Click here to apply as an internal applicant.

​Req ID: 210200
Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII
Department: FMS Maintenance Facilities HI
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
NSGEU Support Position
Posting Closing Date: 12-Feb-26

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We're on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

The Painter/Plasterer, reporting to the Manager - Maintenance and Operations, is responsible for maintaining and repairing interior and exterior building surfaces. This includes a variety of skilled tasks such as painting, spray painting, plastering, tiling, brickwork, concrete work, and surface preparation and clean up. The Painter/Plasterer is also responsible for applying decorative and protective coatings to furniture and equipment.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

  • Certified Journeyperson in Painting, Plastering or 5 years experience in a related field required
  • Knowledge of a tint machine considered an asset
  • Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours
  • Permanent, Full-Time Position; 75 hours bi-weekly
Compensation and Benefits

$ $29.56 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

​This is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

  • Painter/Plasterer - Maintenance and Operations

    2 hours ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time

    Click here to apply as an internal applicant. ​Req ID: 210282 Location: Central Zone, Victoria Building - QEII Department: FMS Physical Plant VG Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 NSGEU Support Position Posting Closing Date: 29-Oct-25Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized...

  • Maintenance Intern

    2 hours ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Parrish and Heimbecker Full time

     Maintenance Intern  P&H Milling P&H is the largest Canadian-owned milling company. The P&H Milling Group sources wheat from Western Canada, Ontario, and Atlantic Canada to produce quality flour and cereal products. The lineup includes hard red spring wheat flour for breads and other bakery products, soft winter wheat flour for cakes and...

  • Carpenter - Maintenance and Operations

    2 hours ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time

    Click here to apply as an internal applicant. ​Req ID: 210291 Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII Department: FMS Physical Plant VG Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 NSGEU Support Position Posting Closing Date: 29-Jan-26Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia,...

  • Excavator Operator

    2 hours ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Done right septic and excavation Ltd. Full time

    Job OverviewWe are seeking a skilled and reliable Excavator Operator to join our construction team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience operating heavy equipment, mainly excavators and skid steers. The Excavator Operator will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient completion of construction tasks, utilizing their mechanical...

  • Maintenance Mechanic

    2 hours ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Transcontinental Full time

    OverviewCreate value at TC Transcontinental.At TC Transcontinental, we've got it made, and that's because of the expertise of our team.We have been driving innovation since 1976.With approximately 7400 employees, TC Transcontinental is a North American leader in flexible packaging, a Canadian retail marketing services provider, Canada's largest printer,...

  • General Grounds Maintenance

    4 days ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Halifax Full time

    POSITION SUMMARYThis position is responsible for custodial and maintenance activities for air terminal building grounds, street landscaping areas, equipment and facilities. This position provides maintenance support to the Building Maintenance Technician for the terminal and other outbuildings with a focus on repair and maintenance of ceilings, walls,...

  • Trainer Bus Maintenance

    2 hours ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Halifax Regional Municipality Full time

    Job PostingHalifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for one (1) Permanent Full -Time position of Trainer Bus Maintenance with the department of Transit Fleet, Halifax Transit. Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality's core values....

  • Loader Operator

    2 hours ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Blacktop Asphalt Paving Full time

    Job DescriptionBlacktop Asphalt is looking for a skilled and reliable Loader Operator to join our winter snow removal team. The primary responsibility will be operating a wheel loader for snow removal and winter maintenance, including loading trucks and clearing commercial properties. This position offers the opportunity to stay on full-season after winter...

  • Skid Steer Operator

    2 hours ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Blacktop Asphalt Paving Full time

    Job DescriptionBlacktop Asphalt Paving is seeking a reliable and experienced Skid Steer Operator to join our winter maintenance crew. This position plays a key role in keeping commercial and residential sites safe and accessible throughout the winter season.Key ResponsibilitiesOperate skid steer equipment for snow removal and winter site maintenanceClear...

  • Field Operator

    2 hours ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Detect Full time

    About DetectAt Detect, we're redefining how organizations see and respond to the world around them. Our mission is to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights that drive smarter decisions. We build cutting-edge solutions that fuse technology, geospatial intelligence, and automation to solve real-world challenges — from infrastructure management...