Jobs in Nova Scotia

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

8,554 listings · 1,332 employers Counted Sep 18, 2026. How we count

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Employers hiring include J.D. Irving, Limited (252 listings), Loblaw Companies Limited (245 listings), Walmart Canada (221 listings).

Common roles: Retail sales associate, Customer service representative, Cook.

529 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	19.00	261
CAD / year	75,000.00	200
USD / hour	19.00	23

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, 12% hybrid, 88% on-site, 0% not specified. Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad.

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Saint Mary's University

Maintenance Assistant – Facilities Management (Casual Position)

Halifax, NS, Canada

Pay: Rate of Pay: $23.21 per hour + 4% in lieu of vacation
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Sep 27, 2026

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Responsibilities

Perform general maintenance, minor repairs, and installations across university buildings and furniture. Maintain university grounds, including vegetation control and snow removal, while assisting trades staff.

Requirements

Requires a technical certification or trades school certificate and one year of experience in building maintenance. Candidates must be able to work shifts, handle call-ins, and follow safety legislation.

Experience

0 to 2 years

Education

professional certificate

Working hours

40 hours per week

Work arrangement

On-site

Skills

Building Maintenance
Minor Repairs
Painting
Appliance Repair
Grounds Upkeep
Snow Removal
Vegetation Control
Lock and Key Assistance
Health and Safety Compliance
Teamwork
Customer Service
Time Management

Benefits

Vacation Pay

Visa sponsorship

Not detected in the job text

Hiring contact

Patrick Farmer

Hiring contact email

[email protected]

Keywords

Facilities Management
Building Maintenance
Trades
Groundskeeping
Snow Removal
Health and Safety
Technical Certification
Higher Education
Maintenance Assistant
Vegetation Control

Original job description

Date Posted: August 28th, 2026

Posting Deadline: Until Filled

Department: Facilities Management

Type of Employment: Casual

Rate of Pay: $23.21 per hour + 4% in lieu of vacation

At Saint Mary's University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success. We are currently looking to fill the position of Maintenance Assistant to join our Facilities Management team.

Job Information And Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Manager, Maintenance and Operations, the Maintenance Assistant will:

Provides general maintenance service and make minor repairs and installations to buildings and furniture, door repairs, toilets operational, light bulb/tube replacement, wall repairs, painting, window screens, and appliance repair.
Provides maintenance assistance to the trades and Facilities Management staff, as required.
Operate university vehicles, as required.
Provides general upkeep of university grounds, which shall include, grounds work, grounds cleanup, and vegetation control.
Assists tradesperson with keys and locks.
Performs snow removal and ice control and maintains log.
Attends training sessions to keep up with technological changes in building and safety related issues.
Perform other related duties as may be assigned.

Experience And Education Requirements

To be the successful Maintenance Assistant you will have:

Technical certification or trades school certificate.
One-year experience in a building maintenance related environment.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to work shift work and be available for call-in as required.
Ability to perform all duties in a safe manner, following health and safety legislation and all required safe work practices and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively in a positive manner conveying and responding to information.
Ability to interact with customers in a positive working relationship.
Ability to work alone and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
Ability to take initiative in completing tasks with minimal instruction.

Application Details

Apply for this opportunity by submitting your resume to [email protected]

Resume
Cover Letter
Three Professional References

Late applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

At Saint Mary's University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity and others who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected].

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