Division Raker (Special Works Crew) (Pavement Patch Crew) …, Bible Hill

About Us Maintaining our Provincial built infrastructure is no small job. Were recruiting for people like you to help our Province achieve big things. The Department of Public Works supports Nova Scotias 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. Watch your hands-on experiences come to life as you support the maintenance and construction of various projects throughout your assigned construction area. Primary Accountabilities As the Division Raker, you completeany of the following combination of duties in the maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation process of the Departments road network including: assessing assigned areas for deterioration and determining the areas to be repaired;preparing asphalt deformities for repair;estimating the required amount of asphalt to complete the repair;assessing the type of fill material to be used; filling deformities with asphalt and raking the areas for rolling; and rakingand featheringasphalt for a smooth finish. The successful candidate may also be required to preform the duties of other job positions as outlined in Group I, II, III of CUPE Collective Agreement for which they are qualified. Qualifications and Experience Grade 11 plus two (2) years of cumulative work experience with a patching crew; or an acceptable equivalent of education and experience. Good eyesight is required to perform visual inspection of project sites. Continuous mental concentration while performing raking duties is required. The following training is considered an asset: Temporary Workplace Signage, First Aid/CPR, WHMIS, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Anti-Stripping, Confined Space, and other construction-related training. Knowledge of surveying, road construction, building structures, OH&S; Act and Regulations and the ability to operate small power tools/portable equipment are further assets to be considered. You must be organized and have the ability to work with limited supervision, exhibit good judgment andhave good customer and client service skillswhen interacting with the general public,and work collaboratively as an effective team player. You will be assessed on the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, interview, and reference checks. Equivalency An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. Equivalencies may include, but are not limited to: 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 its employees a wide range of benefits such as aDefined 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, click here: Benefits for government employees. Working Conditions This position is physically demanding. Work is performed in an outdoor setting at highway construction sites, on heavily travelled highways and in rough isolated areas with inherent exposure to dust/dirt, equipment noise, hot asphalt, and extreme weather temperatures. This position requires the ability to climb, lift and carry various equipment throughout construction sites. Additional Information You will begin your workday by reporting to your assigned work location in the Colchester Construction Area (Zones 14, 15 and 16). It is the responsibility of every employee on the Special Work team to make their arrangements to report to the assigned work location. The employer reserves the right to provide transportation with Department vehicles. Thisopportunityisfor a special work crew as per Article 15 of the CUPE Collective Agreement. There is one (1) position that will be based out of the Colchester Construction Area including Maintenance Zones 14, 15 and 16. The Special Work Crew does not have a defined works period. The asphalt work will depend on available funding. It is anticipated that work will take place over the summer maintenance season in any given year depending on asphalt work plans/priorities and available funding. What We Offer Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies Countless career paths Pay Grade: DV RAKER Salary Range: $Hourly Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2omque