Yard Maintenance Technician

Description

Join the Armour Transportation Team Today!
Are you ready to accelerate your career with an award-winning, world-class transportation and logistics company? At Armour Transportation Systems, we’re passionate about delivering excellence on the road and in the shop. With a history of innovation and a supportive company culture, we work together to drive success.
We’re currently seeking Yard Maintenance Technician to join our team in Dartmouth, NS.

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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.

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Position Available
Yard Maintenance Technician
As part of our team, you’ll:
Pressure Washing (Seasonal Spring–Fall)

• Operate a high-powered pressure washer for extended periods of time to clean 53’ dry van trailers and highway tractors in our Dartmouth yard
• Perform high-quality cleaning services from a mobile unit mounted on a pickup truck
• Ensure equipment and tools are maintained in proper working condition

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

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What You Bring to the Table:

• 1 year of relevant experience preferred (training available)
• Physically fit with strong stamina for 8–10 hour workdays
• Must have own steel toe work boots
• Excellent observation skills and strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow safe working procedures
• Team player who can also work independently with minimal supervision
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Valid, clean driver’s license

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Work Schedule:
This is a full-time position with 8–10 hour workdays. Flexibility is required to accommodate weather conditions and operational needs, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays during snow events.

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Ready to Join?
Apply now by submitting your resume directly through this ad. Let’s drive your career forward together!

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Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Armour Transportation Systems is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the principles of employment equity. We welcome applications from Indigenous peoples, African Canadians, racially visible persons, persons with disabilities, and women in underrepresented occupations. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, we encourage you to self-identify in your application.
For candidates requiring accommodations during the application or hiring process, please contact us at Recruiting@armour.ca or call 902-468-4447 for assistance.

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About Armour Transportation Systems:
Founded in the early 1930s, Armour Transportation Systems has grown to become one of the largest trucking carriers in Canada. With 26 terminals, 4,000 pieces of equipment, nine maintenance facilities, over 750,000 square feet of warehouse space, and more than 2,000 team members, we are proud to be a Platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and a Top Fleet Employer. Armour Transportation Systems has adopted Good Manufacturing Practices and a Quality Management Program to guide and improve our daily operations. All employees will be trained on these programs through our online training platform.

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Our Vision:
Our vision is to be the dominant gateway between Atlantic Canada and the world, realizing profitable growth through leading transportation and logistics solutions, global partnerships, exceptional employees, and strategic acquisitions.
Join a company that’s committed to safety, innovation, and your success. Apply today!