Performs all forms of general labour work associated with the operation of the Utility in a safe, efficient manner.
Labourer:
- Perform general labour work, such as pick and shovel work, and handle equipment and materials associated with the operation of the Utility.
- Assist in the installation, operation and maintenance of various items of plant.
- Perform all labour tasks assigned by Foremen or designate.
- Operate other equipment and vehicles as may be assigned by the Foreman or designate.
- Perform all reinstatement works resulting from Commission activities which may include asphalt work, landscaping, concrete works, gravel and other site cleanup activities.
- Perform all other related duties, as assigned.
Utility Worker Apprentice:
- Perform pipe laying and installation of all water services, connections and repairs.
- Install and remove lead joints, flared couplings, flange fittings and compression type connections.
- Operate all boring machines, hydraulic pipe cutters and pipe saws.
- Install all types of service connections, mechanical joint fittings, repair clamps, couplings, sleeves, valves and other similar fittings.
- Repair hydrants, valves, services and other utility appurtenances.
- Perform general labour work including excavation, backfilling, tamping, loading and unloading, reinstatement works, asphalt work, landscaping, concrete works, gravel and other site cleanup activities.
- Operate assigned vehicles and equipment.
- Undertake miscellaneous assignments as required to maintain the utility.
- Perform other assignments as deemed appropriate in training towards the fulfilment of Utility Worker competency.
- Perform other related duties as may be assigned.
Reports to: Works Supervisor or designate
Supervises: N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Labourer:
Education: Grade 12 or the NS Department of Education equivalent.
Experience: Must have satisfactory experience in maintenance and operation of a water system.
Utility Worker Apprentice:
Education: Grade 12 or the NS Department of Education equivalent.
Experience: Must have a minimum 3 years experience in utility construction.
Certificates / Licences / Registrations:
The applicant shall possess the following:
- A valid NS Class 5 drivers license
- Traffic Control Certificate - Flagman
- First Aid Course
- WHMIS Certificate
- Confined Space Entry Course
- Trench Safety Awareness Course
Labourer:
- Demonstrated ability to be trained to perform all phases and levels of operations systems maintenance and installation works
- Demonstrated interest and initiative in undertaking the training in the various elements of a Utility Worker's skilled duties performance checklist.
- Must be medically fit to carry out the job duties and must be willing to undergo a medical examination by a Commission doctor
Utility Worker Apprentice:
- Capable of operating tapping machines, pumps, generators, pipe saws, hydraulic cutters, compaction equipment, arrow boards, compressors, pipe threaders, thawing machines and any/all related equipment.
- Must be medically fit to carry out the job duties and willing to undergo a medical examination by a Commission doctor.
This is a CUPE Local 227 Unionized position
Hours of Work:
As per CUPE Local 227 Collective Agreement
Rate of Pay:
As per CUPE Local 227 Collective Agreement.
Applicants who applied previously for this competition do not need to reapply.
Completed cover letters and application forms [PDF] or resumes, stating Competition #HW25-102E must be received by 12:00 PM, June 20th, 2025. Please forward to:
- Halifax Water
HR Department
P.O. Box 8388, RPO CSC
Halifax, NS
B3K 5M1
Fax
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902-490-6934
Halifax Water is an equal opportunity employer.