Baseperson I Dispatch Coordinator
Public Service Commission, Government of Nova Scotia • sydney river, ns, Canada
4 hours ago
Job description
Coordinate winter road operations from Sydney River using dispatch communication, weather monitoring, and customer service skills. This temporary backfill supports Zone 1.
As Baseperson I with Nova Scotia Public Works, you manage communications within a geographic area. You dispatch people, materials, and equipment for snow and ice control and highway maintenance. The work includes radio systems, AVL technology, electronic 511 updates, and detailed records.
Key Responsibilities:
- Receive and record calls and local maintenance base activities
- Dispatch operators to proper plow routes
- Monitor weather and update the Road Condition Reporting System
- Maintain logs covering equipment, hours, payloads, and conditions
- Report breakdowns and initiate emergency response procedures
Requirements:
- Some high school and two years of related experience
- Experience with dispatch or customer experience environments
- Heavy equipment, construction, and operational radio experience
- Computer skills including Windows, spreadsheets, data entry, and email
- Knowledge of the Sydney River geographic area
Bring accurate dispatch, radio communication, and customer service skills to Baseperson I supporting Nova Scotia highway maintenance.
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