Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is inviting applications for the permanent position of Lead Hand in the Sign Shop with Traffic Management, Transportation and Public Works.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

The Lead Hand position encompasses a wide variety of duties in various locations and working conditions. It is a working position and therefore will be required to work in regular programs when not actively assisting the supervisor. This position requires teamwork, flexibility, organizational skills and safety awareness.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct and participate in on-site efforts of work crews;
• Assist with work scheduling, manpower and assignment planning, material and job estimating, routine record keeping, reports, time sheets, and ordering supplies and materials;
• Monitor and assist with on-site work practices, monitor equipment usage and maintenance by work crews;
• Erect traffic, guide, information, and street name signs as per regulations and provide maintenance as required;
• Paint centrelines, crosswalks, stop bars, arrows, channelization, parking bays, etc.;
• Perform welding and acetylene cutting duties associated with the installation and maintenance of traffic signs;
• Lead the pavement marking night shift as per the CUPE Local 108 Collective Agreement;
• Assign functions to assist other classification with various tasks;
• Install sign bases, jack hammering and concrete work;
• Maintain and safely operate assigned tools/equipment;
• Strong oral and written communication skills;
• Highly adaptable to change and ability to function in a fast paced environment;
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision;
• Must have ability to pass a Security Clearance and Child Abuse Registry; provide current Driver Abstract;
• Work safely and cooperatively assisting other classifications;
• Contribute to meeting the operational objectives of the business unit and HRM;
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience:

• Grade 12 or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Valid Nova Scotia traffic control person and temporary workplace signing certification;
• Two years related welding and painting experience;
• Working knowledge of and experience in acetylene cutting and arc welding equipment, mobile paint spraying equipment, centre lining equipment and traffic sign erection;
• Must possess a valid NS Class 3 license with air brake endorsement; and a good driving record;
• Must be able to carry out work within the street right-of-way.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Good communication skills, both oral and written;
• Experience in the use of arc welding equipment, acetylene cutting, and power tools;
• Experience in the operation of a Tandem centreline mobile paint machine;
• Experience in the operation of small air-less mobile paint sprayers;
• Must be able to read and understand traffic drawings and be familiar with the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices;
• Basic drafting or blueprint reading an asset;
• Confined Space Entry is an asset;
• Ability to work nightshift is a requirement;
• Must attend work on a regular basis.

**Security Clearance Requirements:**Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

**Please note:**Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the Employer’s discretion.

Candidates must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position and have valid licensing, as required.

**Please note:**Applicants are responsible to include all information that they wish to have taken into consideration in the review of their application, and applicants are required to provide full details of experience or training referenced in the posting. Applicants may be screened out of this competition at preliminary stages of review based on the insufficiency of the information provided, and the award of this position may be made solely on the basis of the information provided in the electronic submission without any requirement that the Employer contact the candidate for further elaboration on information referenced in the application.

**COMPETENCIES:**Analytical Thinking; Customer Service; Communications; Developing Others; Teamwork and Cooperation; Valuing Diversity

**WORK STATUS:**Permanent, full time

**HOURS OF WORK:**The regular hours of work are Monday to Friday from 7:00 am - 3:00 pm. Other shifts & overtime may be required as per the collective agreement.

**SALARY:**Group 7, $32.53/hour as per the CUPE Local 108 Collective Agreement

**WORK LOCATION:**3825 MacKintosh Street, Halifax, NS.

CLOSING DATE:Applications will be accepted until11:59 PM on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.

**Please note:**We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link: Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax

(position # 72285984)