Labourer/Utility Worker Apprentice/Utility Worker

Regular
Competition #
HW25-102E
Title
Labourer/Utility Worker Apprentice/Utility Worker
Department
Water Services
Primary Function

Performs all forms of general labour work associated with the operation of the Utility in a safe, efficient manner.

Duties & Responsibilities

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.
Reporting Relationships

Reports to:  Works Supervisor or designate

Supervises:   N/A

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

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.

Other Requirements

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
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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.

How to Apply

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:

Mail

  • Halifax Water
    HR Department
    P.O. Box 8388, RPO CSC
    Halifax, NS
    B3K 5M1

Fax

  • 902-490-6934

Halifax Water is an equal opportunity employer.