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Do you have experience performing general labour work? Are you able to operate equipment, perform landscaping, gravel and site clean-up? If so, this may be the opportunity for you!
Halifax Water is inviting applications for a term Labourer/Utility Worker Apprentice /Utility Operator positions in the Water Services Department (term approximately 6 months).
Interested, qualified candidates are asked to submit a cover letter confirming their interest along with an up-to-date resume quoting Competition #HW22-1150E by 4:30pm on December 31, 2022. As part of the conditional offer process, candidates will be subject to a satisfactory background check and satisfactory pre-employment testing.
The Labourer position will perform all labour related duties associated with the operation of the Utility in a safe and efficient manner. The Utility Worker Apprentice/Utility Operator undertakes training to perform all phases of operation, maintenance and installation work of Commission plant, services and equipment.
The Utility Worker Apprentice/Utility Operator will 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.
Minimum qualifications include grade 12 (or equivalent) and experience in maintenance and operation of a water system.
A copy of the job description and required qualifications, for this CUPE Local 227 bargaining unit position, may be viewed on our corporate website at www.halifaxwater.ca.
In addition to a collegial work environment that promotes a work-life balance, Halifax Water offers its employees a challenging and rewarding career with a competitive compensation and benefits package, opportunities for professional development, and incentive programs. As a member of the team at Halifax Water, you will be contributing to the success of the utility while delivering water, wastewater and stormwater services in an integrated, cost effective and environmentally sound manner with a commitment to long term sustainability.