Job Description

Competition # : 44184Department: JusticeLocation: SYDNEYType of Employment: PermanentUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: 07-Oct-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsAbout Our OpportunityThe Maintenance Officer 2 is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of all institutional equipment, and mechanical installations. In this role, you will apply a variety of building and mechanical trade skills to plan, organize and direct inspection, maintenance and repair programs. You will ensure satisfactory operation of a large complement of electrical, plumbing, mechanical, heating and ventilation equipment.Qualifications and ExperienceYou possess a Grade 12 diploma (or equivalent), a Nova Scotia Journeyman Provincial Certificate and at least 2 years\' experience as a Journeyman in one of the following trades: Plumber, Construction or Industrial Electrician, Steam Fitter/Welder. Consideration may be given to 5 years experience working as a building operator with experience in plumbing, electrical, steam fitting, boilers or construction. Experience is required in operating a variety of power tools and machinery.To be considered for this position, you will have a good working knowledge of current construction safety regulations and practices, be able to read and interpret specifications and drawings and complete work on schedule with a minimum of supervision. The successful candidate will also demonstrate a basic knowledge of correctional and security procedures.Training in the following will be considered an asset: computer applications, WHMIS, Scaffolding Safety, Fall Protection, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Confined Space Awareness. Previous experience working in a secure environment would be a definite asset as the incumbent may supervise offenders.During the interview, the successful candidate will demonstrate strong problem solving, decision making and organizational skills to complete tasks on time. Other required competencies are good communication and interpersonal skills when supervising others and the ability to write clear, concise notes and reports.EquivalencyApplicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.BenefitsBased on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a , 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: .Working ConditionsNormal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day.May be required to work overtime on occasion.Additional InformationThis is a Permanent employment opportunity located in Sydney, Nova Scotia.Employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of applicable background checks which include employment references, a vulnerable sector check, and a child abuse registry check. Candidates will also be asked to provide a copy of a valid driver's license, a driver's abstract, and proof of all stated education and training.The facility is a 24-hour operation and is a tobacco-free environment.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
• Department specific flexible working schedules

Pay Grade: TR 14Salary Range: $32.00 - $33.90 HourlyEmployment Equity Statement:Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.

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