Park Attendant; Maintenance Worker

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Competition # : 47806

Department:Natural Resources

Location:PLYMPTON

Type of Employment:Seasonal

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date:05-Feb-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources – including biodiversity, forests, geological resources, provincial parks and the land we manage. The Department of Natural Resources & Renewables is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, mineral, parks and wildlife resources and the administration of the province's Crown land. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management as we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province.

As the Park Attendant, you are responsible for assisting with the seasonal operation and maintenance of parks. You ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and department policies and are an active participant in implementing the department Occupational Health and Safety Policy and Programs.

Under the general direction of the Chief Park Caretaker, or designate, the Park Attendant is responsible for the seasonal operation and maintenance of designated provincial parks(s) including:

• Infrastructure maintenance, vehicles, grounds and equipment;
• Customer service and relations;
• Monitoring park activities for regulation compliance;
• Advising visitors of park regulations and reporting non-compliance to Conservation Officers;
• Compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and Workplace policies, Procedures and all Safe Work Practices at all times when on duty.

This may be the right opportunity for you if you have:

• Grade 10 education.
• Valid N.S. Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent.
• Valid (Standard) First Aid certificate and WHMIS training.
• Working knowledge and previous experience in use including: internet, email, and web-based applications.
• Experience in general carpentry; building and grounds maintenance; general machine maintenance; use of tractors, ride on mowers, push mowers, string trimmers and hand and power tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing and to work independently.

Assets:

• Knowledge of cleaning methods and sanitation requirements;
• Training, experience in or demonstrated ability for ensuring compliance of regulations in a public setting;
• Good general knowledge of local history and points of interest;
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations;
• Forest Safety Society certified for power saw and spacing saws.

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan , Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, :
Benefits for government employees .

• Duties often require working irregularly scheduled hours, weekends, evenings and holidays. Must be willing to attend department training in duties related to this position.
• As part of a team, the Park Attendant is expected to work effectively with due regard to personal and co-worker safety and cooperation. Most tasks will be in an outdoor environment and may involve strenuous activities in varied weather conditions and extremes.
• Employee walks for extended periods of time and distance over both even and uneven terrain while patrolling the park.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 lbs.
• All personnel may be called upon for assistance in emergency situations.

This is a seasonal position with an anticipated seasonal end date of October 13th, 2026.

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