Baseperson I Dispatch Coordinator Sydney River

Coordinate winter road communications as a Baseperson I in Sydney River, using dispatch, radio systems, and customer service skills. This temporary backfill supports Zone 1.

The Government of Nova Scotia Department of Public Works seeks a Baseperson I for a 17-week Winter Works Period. You will coordinate communications, dispatch resources, monitor conditions, and support highway maintenance operations. The work includes shift coverage, nights, and weekends.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive and record calls and activities at the maintenance base
• Monitor weather and update the electronic Road Condition Reporting System
• Dispatch operators to proper plow routes
• Track equipment locations through radio contact and AVL technology
• Maintain winter activity logs and support emergency response procedures

Requirements:

• Some high school and two years of related experience
• Experience with heavy equipment, construction, and operational radio systems
• Computer skills including Windows, spreadsheets, data entry, and email
• Geographical knowledge supporting staff and public inquiries
• Availability for shift work, nights, weekends, and outside conditions

Apply dispatch, communication, organizational, and customer service skills supporting winter maintenance operations in Sydney River.

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