Competition # : 48899

Department

Public Works

Location

BEDFORD & BEECHVILLE

Zone

21 and 22

Type of Employment

Year Round

Union Status

CUPE - NSPG

Closing Date

10-Jun-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

Under Article 13 of the Collective Agreement between the Nova Scotia Department of Public Works and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 1867, the following opportunity is being posted.

Please quote the competition number and the Zone you are applying for as noted above on your application.

About Us

Maintaining our Provincial built infrastructure is no small job. We’re recruiting for people like you to help our Province achieve big things. The Department of Public Works supports Nova Scotia’s 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways, 4,100 bridges, and 9 provincial ferries. There are a lot of exciting developments on the horizon in our Province, and this is your opportunity to get involved with the growth of your Provincial Infrastructure.

About Our Opportunity

As the Division Crewperson, there’s no worry about doing the same thing day in, day out. As is the nature of construction, things are always changing, no two days are alike, and every job is different.

Primary Accountabilities

You will be responsible for a combination of maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, or construction process of the Provincial infrastructure. Typical activities include traffic control (erecting, repairing and maintaining traffic control signs), ditching, installing, replacing and repairing culverts, building, repairing and maintaining steel/wooden bridges and guardrails, road surface maintenance, bush cutting, and general maintenance.

Qualifications And Experience

Grade 10 plus one (1) year of related experience in survey, road construction and building structures; an acceptable equivalent of education and experience will be considered.

A valid Class 5 drivers’ license is a condition of employment, and an acceptable driver abstract must be submitted before employment begins.

Written and verbal communication skills are essential for completing required documents, forms and reviewing of policies and procedures. The ability to operate small power tools and various portable equipment is essential.

Certifications in the following areas of training are considered assets: Traffic Control, Temporary Workplace Signage, Confined Space, Nova Scotia Forest Products Association Tree Felling, Erosion & Sediment Control, Anti Stripping, WHMIS, First Aid and CPR, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Fall Protection, and Chainsaw Safety.

You are a self-motivated individual who works both independently with minimal supervision and participates fully as an effective team player. You are accurate in your work and have well developed time management and organizational skills to meet established priorities. Your exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are essential for working with staff, contractors, and the traveling public.

You consistently maintain a professional and courteous disposition and hold a high standard for client and customer service.

Assessment will be based on the above qualifications and competencies using written examination, interview, and reference checks.

Equivalency

At least 3 years of related experience.

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 a wide range of benefits: Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.

Working Conditions

This position is physically demanding. Work is performed outdoors at highway construction sites, on heavily travelled highways and in rough isolated areas with inherent exposure to dust/dirt, equipment noise, blasting, extreme weather temperatures and dangerous heights. It requires the ability to work in confined spaces, climb, lift and carry various equipment, stand for long periods of time while maintaining continuous mental concentration.

Additional Information

Beechville (Zone 21) – 1 Position

Bedford (Zone 22) – 1 Position

This opportunity is a 52‑week, Year‑Round position – duties are full time and continuous.

What We Offer

Career Development – access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.

Engaging workplace – employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. Forward‑thinking policies and strategies.

Countless Career Paths.

Pay Grade

DIV CREW

Salary Range

$23.97 Hourly

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