Job Description

Job Posting
Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for up to two 4-month coop & three 8-month co-op positions of Co-op Student Construction Inspector Assistant, with Design and Construction of Public Works.
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. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.
The Construction Inspector Assistant is responsible to work under the direction of the Senior Construction Inspectors and assisting Construction Inspectors in the preparation and inspecting of work on Capital Infrastructure Works Projects including but not limited to renewal of or new construction of sidewalks, curb and gutter, asphalt pavement, retaining walls, traffic signals and bridges.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the field inspection and monitoring of work done by contractors.
• Review project design and construction plans and specifications.
• Attends project pre-tender review and pre-construction meetings.
• Records pre-construction conditions with still camera and/or digital video camera.
• Records work done in daily diary and on record drawings.
• Checks grade and alignment of curbs, sidewalks, pipes and asphaltic pavement.
• Takes field measurements to determine quantities of work completed.
• Assists in preparing monthly progress payments for contracted work.
• Performs other duties as assigned from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• Students attending University towards completing a degree in Civil Engineering. Other Engineering disciplines may be considered.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Ability to work with limited supervision;
• Experience or knowledge in municipal infrastructure construction would be an asset;
• Valid Nova Scotia Driver's License, Class 5 and must have reliable vehicle available for use on a daily basis. Use of vehicle is currently paid at $0.5932 per kilometer of travel plus parking while on HRM business (keep receipts).

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.
Please note: Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer's discretion.
COMPETENCIES: Organization and Planning, Valuing Diversity, Teamwork and Cooperation
WORK STATUS: Temporary, full time (Three 8-month and two 4-month co-op work terms).
HOURS OF WORK: Normal hours are 8:30am-4:30pm Monday to Friday however, must be available to occasionally work extended hours on evenings and/or weekends when necessary.
SALARY: Based on your year of study from $22 per hour, plus 4% vacation paid on each pay. Co-op 1st Year 2nd Year 3rd Year 4th Year
Engineering $22.00 $23.00 $24.00 $25.00
WORK LOCATION: 40 Alderney Drive, Dartmouth, NS. Work location can be changed according to operational requirements.
CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.
To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.
During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link:
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