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Nova Scotia Power

Utilityworker I

Sydney Indian Reserve No. 28A, NS, Canada
Sydney, NS, Canada

Salary: $37.82 per hour, as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement · Full-time

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Pay: Salary: $37.82 per hour, as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 11, 2026
Experience: You must hold a valid Nova Scotia Driver's License with a minimum of 2 years driving experience and provide a driver's abstract satisfactory to NSPI.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 29, 2026

Original job description

The Opportunity

Company, Department: NS Power, Substation Operations

Location: Sydney, NS On-site

Type of Employment: Regular, Full time

Salary: $37.82 per hour, as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement

Closing Date: November 11, 2026

Reference: 2026-6091

We are looking for a Utility Worker I to join our team.

Key Elements Of This Role Include

You will be responsible for the safe and efficient performance of general utility duties including but not limited to heavy labour, routine maintenance work, cleaning of substation and depot equipment and apparel, preventative maintenance duties, repair maintenance duties, light plumbing repairs, roofing repairs, fence repairs, environmental maintenance and control, vegetative control, ordering of commonly used material and consumables, material handling, etc. You will also be expected to erect, dismantle and inspect lift staging.
You may be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.
You will be required to take training courses e.g.: in-house safety, environmental, vehicle operation and other training courses related to your position. You must be willing to participate in on-the-job training or training programs that support the development of additional skills.
You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.
You will demonstrate your knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and your responsibilities under the Act.
You will take a very proactive approach to safety and will demonstrate your commitment to the Risk Assessment Process consistently.
Temporarily support Nova Scotia Power during a severe outage event

This position is considered a safety sensitive position. As such, the successful candidate must comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy which requires a confidential pre-employment alcohol and drug test in accordance with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Procedure.

These Skills Will Make You Successful

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:

A Grade XII education or equivalent, with reading and writing skills necessary to safely and effectively perform the duties of the position, is required.
You must be able to perform heavy labour duties with demonstrated skills in general cleanliness requirements.
Being self-motivated and having the ability to get along well with others and work with minimum supervision is essential.
A strong environmental awareness and dedication, with particular understanding and experience with transportation of dangerous goods is an asset.
You must hold a valid Nova Scotia Driver's License with a minimum of 2 years driving experience and provide a driver's abstract satisfactory to NSPI.
You must have or be willing to obtain certification in staging erection.
Demonstrated experience with or certification in carpentry, insulation, mobile crane operation and/or vacuum truck operation is an asset
Air Brakes an asset
Trailer endorsement an asset

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

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Must be able to lift a range of 17-66 lbs. from waist to overhead on a minimal to frequent basis.
Able to carry 25-66 lbs. with one or two hands.
Use a range of grip strength from simple to firm grasp with turning motions.
Use upper and whole body strength to push and pull 20-50 lbs.
Perform static reaching from shoulder to overhead occasionally and frequently at waist and lateral level Perform frequent walking, bending, stooping, and forward flexional movements.
Occasionally perform standing, climbing, squatting, twisting while balancing with neck flexion, extension and rotation movements.
Perform sitting, kneeling, and crouching on a minimal basis.
Able to discriminate colours through vision and adjust to warm temperatures and confined spaces.

We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we’ve listed above, please consider applying.

Learn more about our culture and values

At the Emera Group of Companies, you’ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers. If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by November 11, 2026 and let us know why this role is right for you.

The perks of joining our team? We offer:

Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive benefits plan and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera

As one of Atlantic Canada’s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

Recruitment & Promotion Policy

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.

If you have any questions about this opportunity or if you are experiencing any technical difficulty with the application process, please email careers@nspower.ca

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Responsibilities

Perform general utility work at substations and depots, including heavy labour, cleaning, routine and preventative maintenance, repairs, environmental and vegetation control, and material handling. Erect, dismantle, and inspect lift staging; follow safety and environmental requirements; travel or provide temporary support at other locations, including during severe outages.

Requirements

A Grade XII education or equivalent and the reading and writing skills needed to perform the work safely are required, along with the ability to do heavy labour and work with minimal supervision. Candidates must have a valid Nova Scotia driver's licence and at least two years of driving experience; staging erection certification is required or must be obtained, while relevant trade and equipment-operation experience is an asset.

Skills

Heavy Labour
General Maintenance
Equipment Cleaning
Preventative Maintenance
Repair Maintenance
Light Plumbing Repairs
Roofing Repairs
Fence Repairs
Environmental Maintenance
Vegetative Control
Material Handling
Lift Staging Erection and Inspection
Occupational Health and Safety
Risk Assessment
Teamwork

Benefits

Health Benefits
Virtual Health Care
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Parental Leave Top-Up
Wellness Benefits
Career Advancement Opportunities
Employee Development
Sponsored Education Programs
Mentoring Opportunities
Fundraising Matching
Volunteer Programs
Scholarships for Employees' Children

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Substation Operations
Heavy Labour
Routine Maintenance
Preventative Maintenance
Repair Maintenance
Equipment Cleaning
Light Plumbing Repairs
Roofing Repairs
Fence Repairs
Environmental Management
Vegetative Control
Material Handling
Lift Staging
Occupational Health and Safety Act
Risk Assessment Process
Nova Scotia Driver's Licence
Staging Erection Certification
Carpentry
Insulation
Mobile Crane Operation
Vacuum Truck Operation
Air Brakes
Trailer Endorsement
Severe Outage Support
Environmental Management System

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