Employment Opportunity
Municipality of Yarmouth
Public Works Department – Casual position
Do you enjoy working outside? Working with your hands? This job would be perfect for someone who is semi-retired and looking for extra employment hours! The Municipality of Yarmouth is looking to fill a casual position with the Public Works Department to work as a member of the Public Works team in ensuring the maintenance and operation of Municipal infrastructure. We are looking for someone who could be available year-round, and would be able to come to work on short notice. This would be to fill in for vacations, leave, etc.
Please note: we cannot guarantee a specific number of hours of work.
Qualifications
* Physically capable of performing grounds keeping related activities and various maintenance tasks (ability to lift heavy loads)
* Must be willing to work outside in all weather conditions;
* Ability to troubleshoot problems with mechanical and electrical systems
* Flexibility with work hours and availability to be on-call
* Ability to operate and maintain heavy equipment would be an asset
* Must have driver’s license
* Safety training would be an asset (for example first aid, confined space, etc.)
* Will be required to provide driving abstract and criminal background check prior to hiring.
To apply, please forward a résumé to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Please indicate which position you are applying for.
Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Should you wish to be considered for any future employment opportunities at the Municipality of Yarmouth, resumes will be held in our office files for a period of six months.
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The Municipality of the District of Yarmouth is committed to a safe, diverse and inclusive workplace.
Other Links
For more information on employment opportunities in this area, please go to the links below.
Nova Scotia Works
Nova Scotia Works centres throughout the province have experts on hand to help create a path to success. Get started by contacting your local Nova Scotia Works Employment Services Centre.
South Shore /Valley
Southwest Employment Services
Pier One Complex
103 Water Street
Yarmouth NS B5A 4P4
902-742-5859
866-868-9673 (Toll Free)
902-742-5861
swemployment.com
Western REN Connector Program
The
Western REN Connector Program puts local talent directly in touch with business and community leaders. Through one-on-one informal meetings, local business and community leaders known as
Connectors meet with talented and skilled people living here who are interested in employment opportunities in the Western Region- they are known as
Connectees. Click on the link to find out how the Connector Program works!
WREN Atlantic Immigration Pilot
The Atlantic Immigration Pilot is a big opportunity for Nova Scotia. Employers in Nova Scotia can use the Pilot to hire foreign workers and international graduates.
The Atlantic Immigration Pilot speeds up processing at the Federal level and gives candidates a work permit while waiting for permanent residency. Employers can skip the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process if their efforts to hire locally have been unsuccessful. International graduates from Atlantic universities can be hired right out of school. The Pilot gives employers access to permanent intermediate-skilled labour as well as high-skilled workers.
Learn more about how the
Atlantic Immigration Pilot helps Atlantic Canada.
careers.novascotia.ca
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CDENE Employment Services
Serving the Clare and Argyle regions,
CDÉNÉ Employment Services can guide you throughout the employment process. Whether you want to improve your résumé, learn interview techniques or transition to a new career, they're there to help you. Their team of career practitioners can provide services that is personalized to your needs so you can reach your career objectives.
Clare Region
Tel.: 902-769-3284 Fax: 902-769-3294
Argyle Region
Tel.: 902-648-0573
Fax: 902-648-3508