Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the permanent, full-time position of Utility Operator 1 - Street Sweeper with Infrastructure Maintenance & Operations (IMO) in 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.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safe operation of a Mechanical / Vacuum Street Sweeper;
• Load and unload equipment and materials as required;
• Maintain and safely operate assigned tools/equipment;
• Work safely and cooperatively assisting other classifications;
• Contribute to meeting the operational objectives of the business unit and HRM;
• Attend work on a regular basis;
• Participate in winter works if required;
• Must be willing to upgrade training to operate winter works equipment;
• Other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• Grade 12 or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Must have valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License Class 3 with air brake endorsement;
• Must have one (1) year of recent related experience operating under a Class 3 license;
• Must successfully complete HRM Mechanical Sweeper training and able to provide current certification;
• Good driving record (Registry of Motor Vehicle abstract may be required before a formal job offer is made).

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Able to work independently, and as a team player;
• Able to follow instructions, and communicate effectively including oral and written communication;
• Must have good attendance and work record;
• Working knowledge of methods, materials and equipment usage involved in IMO;
• WHMIS, CPR/First Aid certification or ability to successfully complete.
• Capable and willing to work inside and outside in varying weather conditions.

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: Communication, Teamwork and Cooperation, Customer Service, Valuing Diversity.

WORK STATUS: Permanent, full-time

HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Thursday, 7:00am - 5:00pm; 40 hours per week

SALARY: $29.35 per hour as per CUPE 108 Collective Agreement plus shift differential

WORK LOCATION: 3800 Mackintosh Street, Halifax, NS.

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on Wednesday, June 3, 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 #78623956)