Department: Communities, Culture, Tourism & Heritage Location: PORT WILLIAMS Type of Employment: Seasonal Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: 4/4/2023 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

Do you have a passion for Nova Scotia\xe2\x80\x99s rich cultural and natural heritage and an interest working in a public-facing and learning environment? Our department offers unique opportunities for creativity and connecting with others. If you are positive, flexible, and ready to learn new things, then come join a team of like-minded people.

About Our Opportunity

The Maintenance Worker will be supported by the Site Supervisor, Prescott House Museum. This position would fit well with someone who would enjoy working outdoors and in historic buildings. You will be maintaining the museum buildings, garden, and grounds. Engaging with visitors and assisting your co-workers with events, programs and exhibits will also be part of your role.

Primary Accountabilities

The Maintenance Worker operates a wide range of equipment and machinery which requires specific training that the museums provide. Mandatory training includes but is not limited to standard First Aid, Occupational Health and Safety courses, Fall Arrest and WHMIS.

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 10 and minimum of two years related experience.
• Knowledge and experience in general carpentry, painting, building, gardens and grounds maintenance, minor electrical repairs and related equipment are required.
• Must be interested in learning about heritage gardens and plants
• Must be self-directed, able to take initiative and work independently but also demonstrate teamwork and respect for the diversity of others.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Experience working with the public in a historic site or park environment is considered an asset.
• Computer proficiency including the Internet, emailing, web-based applications, word processing, using forms and templates is required.
• Must comply with site policies, procedures and safe work practices including the use of assigned personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must have a valid Nova Scotia driver\xe2\x80\x99s licence.

Equivalency

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offering and eligibility criteria.

Additional Information

This is a seasonal employment opportunity for the period between April and October. Successful candidates must have the ability to work flexible hours including some weekends, evenings and holidays. In your resume/covering letter, please clearly state how you qualify for this position and your flexibility on working hours.

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: MOS 07 Salary Range: $1,589.42 - $1,629.48 Bi-Weekly
Employment 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.