heavy diesel engine mechanic

Competition # :49986

Department:Public Works

Location:MILLER LAKE

Zone: Miller Lake Mechanical Branch

Type of Employment:Year Round

Union Status:CUPE - NSPG

Closing Date:07-Oct-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

At the Department of Public Works we are responsible for building and maintaining a sustainable provincial infrastructure for Nova Scotians. From highways and bridges to government buildings and registration of vehicles, safety and quality of life are top of mind. We support Nova Scotia's 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways, 4,100 bridges, and 9 provincial ferries.

Our Fleet Services Division is pivotal in ensuring Public Work's Fleet is running smoothly; ensuring the safety of our provincial road network.

About Our Opportunity

We will ensure you have the right tools to do the job, and there is nothing more important than your safety. You have a clean workspace, and your ideas and input are valued and considered. Your coveralls and other personal protective equipment (PPE) are provided, as are the larger shared tools available in our fully stocked inventory tool room. We also have an annual footwear and tool reimbursement allowance; as you must bring your own mechanical tools.

Primary Accountabilities

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