This position requires the operation and maintenance of sewage pumping stations. Operation of equipment and tools in difficult conditions in wastewater environment, inside and out is essential. The incumbent will be subject to confined spaces, noise, vibrations, odors, heat, cold, rain, snow, ice, and emergency call-outs after normal working hours. By working safely and cooperatively with others, employees in this classification contribute to meeting the operational objectives of Halifax Water.
- Perform and develop schedules and preventative mechanical maintenance on pumps, valves, piping and standby engines./li>
- Clean stations, wet wells, valve chambers, and holding tanks.
- Load and unloads equipment and materials as required.
- General care, maintenance and safe operation of assigned equipment and tools.
- Order supplies and materials as required.
- Provide written and verbal reports concerning daily work activities.
- Must be willing to work overtime for emergency call-outs.
- Perform related duties as required including all the general duties of a laborer.
Reports to: Works Supervisor
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum qualifications for this position include grade 12 or equivalent and the completion of technical training in a mechanical discipline and industry training in water treatment pollution control along with a minimum of one year of experience working in the wastewater collection system.
Applicants who applied previously for this competition do not need to reapply.
Completed cover letters and application forms [PDF] or resumes, stating Competition #HW25-104E must be received by 4:30 p.m., June 21st ,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
Conditional Items Required for Employment:
- Satisfactory background check
- Satisfactory pre-employment testing
Halifax Water is an equal opportunity employer.
Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success and therefore encourages applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Aboriginal persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify.