Overview
Mechanic Apprentice Jobs in Sydney – Nova Scotia at Province of Nova Scotia
Title: Mechanic Apprentice
Company: Province of Nova Scotia
Location: Sydney – Nova Scotia
Category: Trades / Skilled Labor, Government
Department:
Public Works
Location:
Baddeck and Sydney River
Zone: 1, 2 and 3
Type of Employment:
Year Round
Union Status:
CUPE – NSPG
Closing Date: 21-Jun-24 (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
The Department of Public Works supports Nova Scotia’s 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways, 4,100 bridges, and 9 provincial ferries.
Our Fleet Services Division is pivotal to ensuring the safety of our provincial road network.
We’re recruiting for a Truck and Transport Mechanic Apprentice to
join our team
. This is your opportunity to advance your
professional development
through
hands on experience
, training, and mentorship.
About Our Opportunity
You will developyour skillsand experience as an Apprentice, working at one or more of our repair shops throughout the Region.
The machinery and equipment that you will service is used for snow and ice removal, repairs, and maintenance for the provincial road network.
Primary Account abilities
Under the supervision of the Fleet Service Coordinator and/or a certified mechanic, you will assist with:
Diagnosing equipment failures
Repairing equipment such as excavators, snow plows, graders, tandem trucks and loaders
Supporting our preventative maintenance program
In this role you will also have the opportunity to work on various electronic controls and computer diagnostics.
Qualifications and Experience
Successful completion of a recognized Truck and Transport Repair program is required.
As the ideal candidate, you are engaged, self-motivated, and an effective team player.
You are
professional and courteous with sound
communication skills
.
As a multi-tasker, you effectively problem solve and make sound decisions in
fast-paced
environments.
The following are considered assets:
Work experience in trades such as the operation of heavy trucks and equipment
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety
First Aid and WHMIS
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.
Benefits
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.
For information on all our Benefit program offerings, :
Benefits for government employees.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a mechanical repair environment occasioned by noise, smoke and gas fumes and at times adverse weather conditions while operating in a field environment.
Considerable standing, lifting, carrying or moving about inside or outside is required.
Additional Information
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