Job Description

To apply for this position you must use our Careers at HRCE application system by registering for an account and creating a resume at www.myHRCE.ca/jobs - https://www.myhrce.ca/Functions/HR/Jobs/Resume/jobpostings/job.aspx?id=000C1-Nov0123F The Carpenter contributes to the effective operation of the Physical Plants within the Halifax Regional Centre for Education and implements the principles of good energy management stewardship. Responsible for all carpentry work involved in installation, repair, preventive maintenance, upgrades and renovations to structural, architectural and finish building components on all buildings owned and operated by the HRCE. These duties include work requiring competence in carpentry, physical capability, troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude. The position reports to the Regional Manager and takes direction during shifts from on duty maintenance supervisors. Qualifications: (a) Grade 12 High School Diploma or academic equivalent through educational programs such as General Educational Development (GED); (b) Certification of Qualification as a Carpenter recognized by Province of Nova Scotia; (c) Minimum (5) years experience in the trade with a minimum of two (2) years in a building maintenance environment; (d) Valid Nova Scotia driver\xe2\x80\x99s license and satisfactory driving record; (e) Physical and mechanical aptitude to perform a full range of maintenance and manual tasks Compensation: Classification: Trades 2 \xe2\x80\x93 NSUPE $29.68 per hour. Carpenters are members of the Nova Scotia Union of Public & Private Employees, Local 2. The NSUPE Collective Agreement can be accessed HERE. HRCE offers: \xc2\xb7 Competitive salary and vacation \xc2\xb7 Comprehensive health and dental benefits including a health spending account \xc2\xb7 Defined benefit pension plan \xc2\xb7 Excellent career opportunities and potential for professional growth and development To apply for this position you must use our Careers at HRCE application system by registering for an account and creating a resume at www.myHRCE.ca. Please refer to job description for further details. The Halifax Regional Centre for Education values diversity in the workplace and strongly encourages applications from African Nova-Scotians and other members of racially visible communities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and women in non-traditional roles. Applicants from these designated groups wishing to self identify may do so by completing the Diversity Management section under the Questionnaire heading in the online resume. Thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Employment with the Halifax Regional Centre for Education is contingent upon providing a satisfactory Criminal Records Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Search. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $29.68 per hour Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Halifax, NS B2X 1A7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• carpentry: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2023-11-06
Expected start date: 2023-11-22