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Public Works Driver / Laborer

  • NS, Canada
  • Chapel Island, NS, B0E 3B0, Canada

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Full-time
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English
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Original job description

Public Works Driver / Labourer

Department: Public Works Employment Status: Full-Time Reports To: Public Works Director

Position Summary

Potlotek First Nation is seeking a reliable and hardworking Public Works Driver / Labourer to support the daily operations of the Public Works Department.

The position includes operating Public Works vehicles and equipment, including the dump truck, assisting with garbage collection, snow removal, transportation of materials, general maintenance, and other Public Works duties. This position is not limited to driving and requires regular physical labour.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely operate the dump truck and other assigned Public Works vehicles.
  • Collect and transport residential and community garbage and waste.
  • Assist with snow plowing, sanding, salting, and manual snow removal.
  • Transport gravel, soil, equipment, waste, and other materials.
  • Complete vehicle inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
  • Assist with community clean-ups, maintenance, repairs, landscaping, and general labour.
  • Load and unload materials, tools, garbage, and equipment.
  • Respond to Public Works emergencies and snow events as required.
  • Perform other related duties assigned by the Public Works Director.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Valid driver's license appropriate for assigned vehicles.
  • Experience operating trucks, dump trucks, snow removal equipment, or heavy equipment is an asset.
  • Class 3 license and air brake endorsement are considered strong assets.
  • Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying a minimum of 50 lbs.
  • Ability to perform repetitive lifting and physically demanding work.
  • Ability to work outdoors in snow, rain, heat, and cold.
  • Reliable, safety-minded, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Must be available for early mornings, evenings, weekends, or additional hours during snowstorms and emergencies when required.

A Driver's Abstract and Criminal Record Check are required.

Preference may be given to qualified Indigenous applicants in accordance with Potlotek First Nation hiring practices.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants are asked to submit a resume and cover letter outlining how their education, experience, and skills meet the requirements of the position.

Applications must include:

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Three References
  • Criminal Record Check

Please submit applications to:

Robert Wolfe, Human Resources

rwolfe@potlotek.ca

Application Deadline: October 1, 2026

Only complete application packages will be considered.

More about this job

Responsibilities

The Public Works Driver/Laborer is responsible for operating heavy vehicles and equipment to perform community maintenance, waste collection, and snow removal. The role also involves manual labor, vehicle inspections, and responding to public works emergencies as required.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and the physical ability to lift at least 50 lbs. Experience with heavy equipment or trucks is preferred, and a Class 3 license with air brake endorsement is considered a strong asset.

Skills

  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Dump truck operation
  • Snow removal
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Waste collection
  • Physical labor
  • Safety compliance
  • Landscaping
  • Equipment inspection
  • Emergency response

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Hiring contact

Robert Wolfe

Hiring contact email

rwolfe@potlotek.ca

Categories

  • Transportation
  • Trades
  • Construction
  • Government & Public Sector
  • Logistics

Keywords

  • Public Works
  • Driver
  • Laborer
  • Dump Truck
  • Snow Removal
  • Waste Collection
  • Heavy Equipment
  • Class 3 License
  • Air Brake Endorsement
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Maintenance
  • Landscaping
  • Emergency Response
  • Safety
  • Indigenous Hiring
  • Community Services

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