Facility Maintenance Operator

Job summary

Maintain the cleanliness and safety of the facility yard, including snow and ice removal during winter and grounds care during spring and fall. Operate heavy equipment such as plow trucks, skid steers, and high-powered pressure washers to maintain trailers and tractors.

Job details

Description Join the Armour Transportation Team Today! Position Overview:Armour Transportation Systems is seeking a dependable, safety-minded Yard Maintenance & Snow Removal Technician to support full-time, year-round facility operations at our Dartmouth terminal. This role helps keep walkways, parking areas, equipment, trailers, tractors, shop areas, and yard spaces clean, organized, and safe. During the winter months, the role focuses on snow and ice removal using shovels, snowblowers, plow trucks, and other equipment. From spring through fall, responsibilities include grounds care, pressure washing, and general shop and yard maintenance. The ideal candidate is physically capable, reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced transportation environment. Location: Dartmouth, NS Summer Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8am – 5pm Winter Schedule: Flexible hours required based on weather conditions. Shifts are typically 8–10 hours and may include weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed. Why Choose Armour? At Armour Transportation Systems, we invest in our people and provide a supportive work environment. Here’s what you can expect: Compelling Compensation– Enjoy competitive hourly wages. Pay based on experience. Referral Bonus Program– Bring talented friends and colleagues on board! Steady Employment– Benefit from stable, year-round work in a thriving organization. Comprehensive Benefits– Health and wellness plans designed to keep you and your family covered, including Health, Dental, AD&D, EFAP (Employee Family Assistance Program), and RRSP/DPSP (company match). Team Environment– Join a fun, fast-paced, and supportive workplace. As part of our team, you will: Snow Removal – Winter Clear snow and ice from walkways and parking areas within our secured trucking facility using shovels, snowblowers, and plow trucks. Apply salt, sand, or de-icing materials as required. Respond to snowfall events promptly, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Operate snow removal equipment, including front-end loaders, skid steers, and a 4x4 half-ton truck with plow and sander. Grounds and Shop Maintenance – Spring to Fall Assist the shop team with basic maintenance work, including cleaning and organizing tools. Perform lawn care and maintain general cleanliness of the yard and surrounding areas. Operate a high-powered pressure washer for extended periods to clean 53-foot dry van trailers and highway tractors in the Dartmouth yard. Perform high-quality cleaning services using a mobile unit mounted on a pickup truck. Ensure equipment and tools are maintained in proper working condition. What You Bring: One year of relevant experience preferred; training is available. Physically able to perform 8–10 hour workdays with strong stamina. Must have own steel-toe work boots. Excellent observation skills and strong attention to detail. Ability to follow safe work procedures. Team player who can also work independently with minimal supervision. Reliable transportation to and from work. Valid, clean driver’s license. Are you ready to accelerate your career with an award-winning transportation and logistics company? At Armour Transportation Systems, we are passionate about delivering excellence on the road, in the shop, and across our terminals. With a strong history of innovation and a supportive company culture, we work together to drive success.

What you’ll do

Maintain the cleanliness and safety of the facility yard, including snow and ice removal during winter and grounds care during spring and fall. Operate heavy equipment such as plow trucks, skid steers, and high-powered pressure washers to maintain trailers and tractors.

Requirements

Candidates should have a valid driver's license and preferably one year of relevant experience. Physical stamina is required for 8-10 hour workdays, along with the ability to follow safe work procedures.

Benefits

• Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Accidental Death and Dismemberment • Employee Family Assistance Program • RRSP/DPSP Company Match • Referral Bonus Program

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Snow Removal
• Grounds Maintenance
• Pressure Washing
• Equipment Operation
• Lawn Care
• Safety Compliance
• Time Management
• Attention To Detail
• Independent Work
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Trades
• Manufacturing
• Security & Safety