Jobs in Nova Scotia

Jobs across Nova Scotia, Canada. Choose a city or town to search nearby.

13,949 listings · 2,157 employers Counted Oct 31, 2026. How we count

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Employers hiring include Loblaw Companies Limited (605 listings), Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health (542 listings), Nova Scotia Health Authority (395 listings).

Common roles: Retail sales associate, Cashier, Cook.

1,648 of these listings include employer-provided pay. Open a job to see its currency and pay period.

Advertised starting pay
Pay period	Median starting pay	Listings
CAD / hour	20.00	1,225
CAD / year	72,000.00	332
USD / hour	17.75	32
USD / year	41,000.00	10

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Workplace classifications: 0% remote, 10% hybrid, 90% on-site, 1% not specified. Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad.

Based on the dated count above. Listings can change. How we count

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Aplin

Electronics Assembly & Test Technician

Dartmouth, NS, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 29, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 30, 2026

Original job description

If you are a talented and experienced Electronics Assembly & Test Technician, Aplin has the right opportunity for you! Our client, a leader in their field, has partnered with Aplin to grow their team in Halifax, Nova Scotia!

Job Description
Working under general supervision, the Towed Array Technician assembles, tests, troubleshoots, and repairs electronic, mechanical, and electromechanical assemblies and systems. The role involves working with technical drawings, test equipment, and manufacturing processes to ensure product quality, reliability, and compliance with specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Assemble, test, troubleshoot, and repair a wide range of electronic assemblies and subassemblies.
Assemble, test, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electromechanical assemblies and subassemblies.
Assemble, inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair complete systems in accordance with specifications, diagrams, and drawings.
Assemble various types of strength members in accordance with specifications, diagrams, and drawings.
Operate various types of environmental chambers.
Apply technical knowledge to perform timely testing and troubleshooting of complex products.
Configure test equipment and build electronic jigs and fixtures.
Apply appropriate electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions.
Set up and operate test equipment and maintain test records for operator verification.
Coordinate activities with other departments to ensure continuity of operations, as required.
Maintain test equipment.
Compile and analyze records and statistics and prepare test and failure reports as required.
Apply formulas and perform calculations as required.
Manage engineering changes by accessing relevant information, communicating updates to team members, and maintaining build configuration.
Maintain production quality and output in accordance with production schedules.
Identify workmanship and material non-conformances and initiate investigations.
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to team members.
Assist in the design of jigs and fixtures.
Recommend design changes based on technical knowledge and experience.
Maintain tools and work areas in a safe, orderly, and clean condition.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Grade 12 education, along with a recognized community college technician/technologist qualification or equivalent experience and capability.
Ability to obtain the appropriate Canadian government security clearance and meet all requirements to work on Canadian Controlled Goods projects.
Willingness to work, day, evening, and back shifts.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

Current knowledge of electronic materials, principles, circuit construction, and quality control procedures.
Good working knowledge of recognized industry workmanship standards.
Soldering skills that meet recognized industry workmanship standards.
Ability to work from verbal instructions, sketches, drawings, and wiring diagrams.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Proficiency with basic software applications, including email, web browsers, word processing, and databases.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Understanding and application of lean manufacturing principles.
Ability to maintain high productivity without compromising quality standards.
Positive, can-do attitude and willingness to adapt to and support change.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to collaborate closely with others, build trust and respect, and contribute effectively as part of a team.

Physical and Technical Requirements

Willingness to use handheld power tools and equipment, including routers, Dremel tools, drills, and drill presses.
Willingness to operate overhead cranes and winches.
Willingness to operate common test equipment, including digital multimeters (DMMs), oscilloscopes, and measuring devices.

At Aplin - together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems - we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.

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Responsibilities

Assemble, test, troubleshoot, and repair electronic, mechanical, and electromechanical assemblies and complete systems using technical drawings, test equipment, and manufacturing processes. Maintain product quality and production output, document test results and failures, manage engineering changes, and support team members with technical guidance.

Requirements

Requires Grade 12 education and a recognized community college technician or technologist qualification, or equivalent experience and capability; candidates must be able to obtain the required Canadian security clearance and meet Controlled Goods requirements. Desired qualifications include electronics and soldering knowledge, mechanical aptitude, ability to interpret drawings, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and willingness to work rotating shifts and operate tools and test equipment.

Skills

Electronics Assembly
Testing And Troubleshooting
Electronic Repair
Mechanical And Electromechanical Assembly
Technical Drawings And Wiring Diagrams
Soldering
Test Equipment Operation
Electrostatic Discharge Precautions
Quality Control
Failure Analysis And Reporting
Engineering Change Management
Lean Manufacturing
Problem-Solving
Team Collaboration
Technical Mentoring

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Keywords

Electronics Assembly
Electronic Testing
Troubleshooting
Electronic Repair
Mechanical Assemblies
Electromechanical Assemblies
Towed Array
Technical Drawings
Wiring Diagrams
Soldering
Test Equipment
Digital Multimeters
Oscilloscopes
Environmental Chambers
Electronic Jigs And Fixtures
Electrostatic Discharge
Strength Members
Quality Control
Workmanship Standards
Failure Reports
Engineering Changes
Build Configuration
Lean Manufacturing
Controlled Goods
Canadian Security Clearance
Handheld Power Tools
Overhead Cranes
Winches
Production Scheduling

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