Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the permanent, full-time position of Shop Technician/Driver with the Emergency Fleet division of Corporate Fleet with Property, Fleet & Environment.

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.

Reporting to the Superintendent, Emergency Fleet, the Shop Technician/Driver will be responsible for the safe transporting of all types of Vehicles/Equipment maintained by Emergency Fleet. This will include but not limited to all Heavy Fire Apparatus , i.e. Aerial Ladders/Platforms, Rescue Pumpers, Tankers, Tactical Support, and light/medium Rescue Vehicles, Forklift, Cars and Light Trucks. The incumbent will be required to assist Fleet Mechanics with repairs and maintenance of all types of vehicles and equipment. The position is also required to carryout shop equipment maintenance/cleaning, parts pick up and other duties as required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate large apparatus in heavy city traffic and rural setting safely
• Vehicle hostling and equipment change over
• Ability to do repeated lifting of 10 to 20 kg, with the occasional lifting of 22.5 kg
• Routine cleaning and maintenance of all shop areas and equipment
• Remove and install apparatus firefighting equipment as necessary
• Pickup and deliver parts and equipment
• Receive, accept and complete work orders and assigned tasks through use of computerized work order fleet management system, ie. Fleet Focus
• Must be willing to support fleet maintenance on overtime
• Deliver fuel in emergency situations
• Conduct snowplowing duties for Emergency Fleet
• Assist with other related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent
• Professional Driver Training Course
• Must possess a valid N.S. Driver’s License, Class 3 with air endorsement
• Clear Driver’s Abstract
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience operating Class 8 truck
• Experience in mechanical repairs of heavy/light vehicles /equipment would be an asset
• A working knowledge of fire apparatus would be and asset
• Familiar with Occupational Health and Safety practices
• Must have, or be willing to take training in: WHIMIS, First Aid and computers

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Willingness to work under adverse weather conditions
• Willingness and ability to work in emergency situation, i.e. Fire scenes
• Must to available to work overtime
• Must have a strong sense of customer service and satisfaction for both internal and external customers
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision

COMPETENCIES: Customer Service, Communications, Valuing Diversity, Values & Ethics, Teamwork & Cooperation, Organizational Awareness

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.

Please note: Candidates will be required to provide proof of their valid certificates and licenses

WORK STATUS: Permanent, full-time

HOURS OF WORK: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm, 40 hours per week, some overtime may be required.

SALARY: $76,249.51, as per the IAFF Collective Agreement

WORK LOCATION: Emergency Fleet Garage, 34 Red Bridge Pond Rd., Dartmouth, NS

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on Thursday, November 20, 2025.

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.

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 # 78600334)