Job Description

Job PostingHalifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is inviting applications for two (2) temporary, full time (up to 6 months) positions of Utility Operator 3 with Traffic Management, Transportation and 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.Under the direction of the Works Supervisor - Sign Shop, Traffic Management, the successful incumbent will undertake a wide range of duties in various locations indoors and outdoors in various working conditions. By working safely and cooperatively with others you will contribute to meeting the operational objectives of the business unit and HRM.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Routine internal and external maintenance tasks such as general clean up, sweeping streets, pick and shovel work, routine maintenance, and general painting;
• Perform traffic control and signage as required;
• Assist with the erecting of municipal signage, installing sign bases, jackhammering, and concrete work;
• Assists with painting centre lines and lane lines;
• Assists with making/screen printing traffic signs;
• Work special events, parades, street closures, and traffic control;
• Load and unload equipment and materials;
• Maintain and safely operate assigned tools/equipment;
• Labourer functions related to assisting other classifications operations\' staff with various tasks;
• Work safely and cooperatively assisting other classifications;
• Contribute to meeting the operational objectives of the business unit and HRM;
• Must have a good attendance and work record;
• Must have the ability to work night shift as required;
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:

• Grade 12 or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• One year related experience;
• Capable and willing to work inside and outside in varying weather conditions;
• Good attendance and work record;
• Ability to work independently, and as a team player;
• Ability to follow instructions, and communicate effectively including oral and written communication.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• WHMIS, Confined Spaces Entry, CPR/First Aid certification, Nova Scotia Traffic Control Person and Temporary Signing Certification or ability to successfully complete;
• Working knowledge of methods, material and equipment usage involved with installation of traffic signs;
• Experience in concrete work considered an asset;
• Must have a valid Class 5 Driver\'s Licence with an acceptable driving record and be able to operate 1/2 ton, 3/4 ton and 1 ton truck, cube van;
• Experience operating light truck/trailer combination considered an asset;
• Comfortable performing work from ladders or aerial lift at various heights;
• Experience operating concrete saws, jack hammers, core drills and other power or air driver tools considered an asset;

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.Candidates must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position and have valid licensing, as required.Please note - Applicants are responsible to include all information that they wish to have taken into consideration in the review of their application, and applicants are required to provide full details of experience or training referenced in the posting. Applicants may be screened out of this competition at preliminary stages of review based on the insufficiency of the information provided, and the award of this position may be made solely on the basis of the information provided in the electronic submission without any requirement that the Employer contact the candidate for further elaboration on information referenced in the application.COMPETENCIES: Customer Service, Communications, Organizational Awareness, Teamwork and Cooperation, Values and Ethics, Valuing DiversityWORK STATUS: Two (2) temporary, full time positions (up to six (6) months)HOURS OF WORK: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm, 40 hours per week (other shifts and overtime may be required).SALARY: $26.06 per hour as per CUPE Local 108 Collective AgreementWORK LOCATION: 3825 MacKintosh Street, Halifax. Work location can be changed according to operational requirements.CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59pm on September 24, 2024.This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted. During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) and who require accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process.(position # 72285985, 72291814)

Halifax