Maintenance Technicians

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Halifax Harbour Bridges (Link NS)operates and maintains the Angus L. Macdonald and A. Murray MacKay Bridgessupporting over 34 million crossings every year. Were committed to providingsafe efficient and cost-effective cross-harbour transportation and safety isat the centre of everything we do. Its a shared responsibility across ourentire team.

Reporting to the MaintenanceSupervisor the Maintenance Technician position is responsiblefor the general maintenance operation and repair of Halifax Harbour Bridges(HHB) equipment vehicles buildings bridge structures bridge systemsstreets and properties. The Maintenance Technician position is also responsiblefor winter maintenance and snow removal.

This position is deemed a *safety-sensitiveposition as work is completed in variable weather temperatures and adverseweather conditions working at extreme heights from 170 320 feet above thebridge and in confined spaces below the bridge or in the bridge towers. Acritical accountability is adherence to the HHB Safety standards policies andprocesses. This includes hazard assessments wearing required PersonalProtective Equipment proper access to confined spaces safety observations andbeing able to provide rescue to co-workers as necessary.

Essential Duties andResponsibilities:

Follow HHB safety policies proceduresstandards Safe Work Practices and reporting requirements.

General maintenance operation and repair ofHalifax Harbour Bridges (HHB) equipment vehicles buildings bridgestructures bridge systems streets and properties.

Operate vehicles mid-sized equipment and powertools including trucks towing vehicles ATVS bobcats street sweeperstractors pay loaders cart carriers power lifts and pneumatic tools.

Operate snow removal equipment such as tractorsloaders brine spreaders snowplows snow blowers and salt spreaders to removesnow and ice from bridges streets sidewalks parking lots and other HHBproperties.

General maintenance and operation of vehiclesincluding pre-inspection checks tune-ups and parts replacements oil andgrease changes fluid levels check replacing lights cleaning vehicles tirereplacement and rotation checking tire pressure.

Repair maintain and perform regular inspectionsof equipment and tools to ensure they are in working condition.

Conduct regular checks and safety inspections ofworkplaces diesel generators and fire systems.

Assist in traffic control to close and openlanes as per construction and maintenance requirements.

Complete job-related safety training and skillsdevelopment as required.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Must be willing to obtain a Class 3 NS DriversLicense

Must have a Class 5 Drivers License and a cleandriving record (Driver Abstract will be required as a condition ofemployment).

Must pass a physical demands assessment and acriminal background check as a condition of employment.

Experience working in a construction environmentor performing work in the construction trades

2 years of experience in a Maintenance orMaintenance-related position.

Able to work in a *safety-sensitive position inadverse weather conditions (rain snow ice) at extreme heights (170-320feet) in direct traffic and in confined spaces.

Able to work in a fast-paced environment withina team or independently with limited supervision.

Able to work in an efficient manner whileproviding excellent customer service and exhibiting pride in quality work.

Punctual and dependable with a can-do attitude.

Assets include:Valid Safety training in FallProtection Confined Space Entry WHMIS and First Aid. If necessary thesecourses will be scheduled by the employer for the successful candidate tocomplete.

This is a Full-time Unionized position working 40 hours per week with a shift-based schedule overtime and weekends. Over time standby and call-in work will be required based on operational demands. The starting hourly wage for this position is $24.81 plus shift premiums which are set by the terms of the collective agreement. Hiring multiple positions.

*Safety sensitive position refersto any position in which Employees have a key and direct role in an operationwhere performance impacted or limited by drug or alcohol use could result in asignificant incident near miss or failure to adequately respond to asignificant incident and affect the health safety or security of the Employeeother persons property or the environment or cause a detrimental impact toreputation. Safety-sensitive positions are also those where there is no directsupervision or limited supervision is available to provide frequent operationalchecks.

How to Apply:Interested candidates may submit their resume andcomplete all pre-screening questions by 4:00 pm July 17 2026. Ifyou need an accommodation please contact

Please note:The successful candidate must pass a background check including a criminal recordcheck employment verification and eligibility to work in Canada.

Employment Equity Statement:HHB is committed to a workforcethat reflects the communities we serve. Applicants are encouraged tovoluntarily self-identify to support our diversity and inclusion efforts.

Employment is conditional uponsatisfactory reference checks background checks confirmation of eligibilityto work in Canada and job-related medical/functional assessments appropriateto this safety-sensitive role. Personal information is collected in accordancewith the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and used solelyfor recruitment purposes.

HHB appreciates all applications;however only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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Required Experience:

IC

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1