Overview
Spare Winter Equipment Operator opportunities across Colchester County bases, supporting snow and ice control, equipment operation and road maintenance.
Full job description
Competition 49686 covers multiple Colchester County zones and bases. It is a spare classification with hours not guaranteed. The official posting lists CAD $29.12 per hour and closes September 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM Atlantic Time. Successful candidates receive paid training and supervised plowing experience before operational work.
Requirements & qualifications
The posting requires two years of experience or an acceptable equivalent combination of education, training and relevant experience, plus a minimum Class III licence with air-brake endorsement and sufficient reading and writing ability for departmental records and logs.
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Verification notes
Verified current on the official Nova Scotia government careers page on 31 August 2026; Competition 49686, closing 27 September 2026.
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