Job Description

The Strait Regional Centre for Education invites applications from qualified candidates for the posted vacancy. As part of the public education system in Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) was established on April 1, 2018, to deliver the public school program focusing on supporting student learning, achievement, well-being and overall success. The Strait Regional Centre for Education, with the support of approximately 1,050 employees, works diligently to achieve its mission "to empower our children and youth, within safe, equitable and inclusive environments to embrace a changing world as responsible, contributing and successful lifelong learners." In 2022-2023, the SRCE operates 20 schools with approximately 5,931 students; and approximately 369 children are attending pre-primary programs at 14 school locations. Located in the northeastern part of Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education\'s jurisdiction encompasses the counties of Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness and Richmond, an area of approximately 11,000 square kilometres with a population of 53,742 (Census 2021). The Carpenter (Tradesperson) falls within the CUPE Local 955 job classification. Salary and Benefits information for this position can be accessed by clicking this link CUPE Local 955 Collective Agreement. Position: Tradesperson (Carpenter)
Location/Site: Mulgrave Operations Centre
Competition Number: 23-659
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Start Date (mm/dd/yy): 12/11/23
End Date (mm/dd/yy): N/A :

• Builds, repairs, and installs structures including but not limited to partitions, structural components, doors &windows, roofing, flooring, walls &ceilings, cabinetry and other items normal to the carpentry trade in accordance with established practices and standards;
• Assists in the planning and co-ordination of building or capital improvement projects. Determines material quantities and potential work time for proposed upgrades, installations, repairs and projects to ensure accurate estimating of costs and schedules;
• Performs semi-skilled work and labour associated with other trades as required;
• Ensures all work is done according to standard practices, design specifications, national, provincial and local building codes, other applicable standards and good practice of the trade;
• Provides emergency response and corrective action for urgent building issues;
• Maintains appropriate records including recording equipment repair history, work orders, daily job card, vehicle records, test reports, and other related data;
• Ensures sufficient material, correct replacement parts and suppliers. Initiates ordering of supplies and replacement parts, including properly stocking vehicle and regularly recording of vehicle inventory;
• Liaises with consultants, contractors, inspectors, suppliers, and other departments on maintenance and project work;
• Completes and documents work orders including time and materials and submits to operations department;
• Provides written reports on any inspections and/or tests and makes recommendations to improve performance;
• Ensures duties are performed in a fiscally responsible manner while observing all safety practices and regulations;
• Evaluates status of buildings and facilities as assigned and provides written reports;
• Trains, and evaluates apprentices and other assigned staff; reviews progress and makes changes as needed;
• Perform duties in compliance with school, Operations Department, and SRCE policies and procedures including Occupational Health, safety, attendance, work routines, WHMIS and evacuation plans and the laws of the Province of Nova Scotia;
• Other related duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:

• Builds, repairs, and installs structures including but not limited to partitions, structural components, doors &windows, roofing, flooring, walls &ceilings, cabinetry and other items normal to the carpentry trade in accordance with established practices and standards;
• Assists in the planning and co-ordination of building or capital improvement projects. Determines material quantities and potential work time for proposed upgrades, installations, repairs and projects to ensure accurate estimating of costs and schedules;
• Performs semi-skilled work and labour associated with other trades as required;
• Ensures all work is done according to standard practices, design specifications, national, provincial and local building codes, other applicable standards and good practice of the trade;
• Provides emergency response and corrective action for urgent building issues;
• Maintains appropriate records including recording equipment repair history, work orders, daily job card, vehicle records, test reports, and other related data;
• Ensures sufficient material, correct replacement parts and suppliers. Initiates ordering of supplies and replacement parts, including properly stocking vehicle and regularly recording of vehicle inventory;
• Liaises with consultants, contractors, inspectors, suppliers, and other departments on maintenance and project work;
• Completes and documents work orders including time and materials and submits to operations department;
• Provides written reports on any inspections and/or tests and makes recommendations to improve performance;
• Ensures duties are performed in a fiscally responsible manner while observing all safety practices and regulations;
• Evaluates status of buildings and facilities as assigned and provides written reports;
• Trains, and evaluates apprentices and other assigned staff; reviews progress and makes changes as needed;
• Perform duties in compliance with school, Operations Department, and SRCE policies and procedures including Occupational Health, safety, attendance, work routines, WHMIS and evacuation plans and the laws of the Province of Nova Scotia;
• Other related duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

• Current certification in range of Construction Safety Courses such as Fall Arrest, Scaffolding, Personal Life Devices, Confined Spaces, Lock out-Tag Out.
• Playground inspection certificate

Deadline for applications (mm/dd/yy): November 30, 2023 Candidates screened in for an interview will be notified by email. Applicants can check the status of their application on Successfactors.