Division Crewperson

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, and construction of provincial infrastructure including roads, bridges, and culverts
• Execute traffic control duties, including erecting and maintaining traffic control signs
• Conduct ditching, bush cutting, and road surface maintenance
• Assist in building and repairing steel or wooden bridges and guardrails
• Operate small power tools and various portable equipment in outdoor environments

Requirements

• Grade 10 education or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least one (1) year of related experience in survey, road construction, or building structures
• Valid Class 5 driver's license and an acceptable driver abstract
• Physical fitness to perform demanding outdoor work in various weather conditions
• Ability to operate power tools and work in confined spaces or at heights

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Traffic Control or Temporary Workplace Signage
• Training in Confined Space, Fall Protection, or Chainsaw Safety
• WHMIS, First Aid, and CPR certification
• Experience with Erosion & Sediment Control or Transportation of Dangerous Goods

Benefits

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
• General illness, Short-term, and Long-term Disability coverage
• Vacation and Employee/Family Assistance Programs
• Access to career development, guidance, and ongoing training

About the Company

The Government of Nova Scotia Department of Public Works supports the province's extensive infrastructure, including 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways, 4,100 bridges, and 9 provincial ferries. We provide essential services to keep our communities connected and safe.