Utility Operator 3 - Graffiti

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the permanent position of Utility Operator 3 – Graffiti for Infrastructure Maintenance & Operation, Public Works. 

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application. 

The Utility Worker– Graffiti position will perform a wide variety of general labourer duties with lifting in the mid to heavy range possible, in various locations indoors and outdoors in varying working conditions, mainly in the Graffiti Removal Program, maintaining HRM buildings and assisting with community-driven cleanups. By working safely and cooperatively with others you will contribute to meeting the operational objectives of the business unit and HRM.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Load and unload equipment and materials.
• Maintain and safely operate assigned tools/equipment.
• Work safely and cooperatively assisting other classifications.
• Contribute to meeting the operational objectives of the business unit and HRM.
• Attend work on a regular basis.
• Duties and responsibilities to be performed inside and outside in varying weather conditions.
• Operation of equipment and tools in difficult conditions.
• Work environment may include industry-acceptable levels of dust, fumes, noise, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• One (1) year of related experience in the removal of graffiti
• Training in Social Impact of Graffiti or willingness to attend training
• Strong working knowledge of graffiti removal applications
• Ability to determine which graffiti removal product is to be applied to buildings
• Knowledge of various tools/equipment utilized for removal of graffiti
• Knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheets
• A valid Class 5 NS driver’s license
• WHMIS, CPR/First Aid certification, Provincial Traffic Control Certification and Signage Course
• Must have ability to pass a Security Clearance and Child Abuse Registry; provide current Driver Abstract if applicable

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Must have the ability to work safely and report any workplace hazards
• Must have good attendance and work record.
• Must be able to work with a minimum of supervision and be a team player
• Must be willing to accept work-related training.
• Must participate in Winter Works Operations as per Schedule ‘C’ of the CUPE 108 Collective Agreement
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively including oral and written communication.
• Must have training in WHMIS and Emergency First Aid and have knowledge of and willingness to learn all required safety procedures and work practices

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

Please note: Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.  

Candidates must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position and have valid licensing, as required.

Please note: Applicants are responsible to include all information that they wish to have taken into consideration in the review of their application, and applicants are required to provide full details of experience or training referenced in the posting. Applicants may be screened out of this competition at preliminary stages of review based on the insufficiency of the information provided, and the award of this position may be made solely on the basis of the information provided in the electronic submission without any requirement that the Employer contact the candidate for further elaboration on information referenced in the application.

COMPETENCIES: Communication, Teamwork and Cooperation, Customer Service, Valuing Diversity.

WORK STATUS: Permanent, Full-time

HOURS OF WORK: Monday - Thursday, 7:00 am - 5:00 pm; 40 hours per week. (Mandatory participation in Winter Works Program including shift work)

SALARY: $27.70 per hour, as per the Collective Agreement between CUPE Local 108 and the Halifax Regional Municipality

WORK LOCATION: 3800 MacKintosh Street, Halifax NS

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be accepted up to 11:59 PM on Monday, November 23, 2026

This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link: Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax

(position # 72283243)