Department: Justice
Location: WATERVILLE
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 04-Aug-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

ABOUT US

The Correctional Services division of the Department of Justice is responsible for the administration and operation of community and custody-based programs and services for adults and young persons. Within the Correctional Services core business area there are two programs: community corrections & correctional facilities. Each of these program areas is broken down into closely related activities that have a specific impact on the programs target group.
Four (4) adult correctional facilities and one (1) youth centre provide the safety and security of persons in custody while providing programs that address dynamic criminogenic factors to assist with their successful reintegration back into the community.
Nova Scotia Correctional Services utilizes an evidence-based approach in both Community Corrections and custodial facilities. Core Correctional Practices (CCP) is the foundational practice that drives reintegration and rehabilitation practices deployed within Correctional Services. Utilizing CCP, Correctional Services staff can effectively interact, manage behavior, and help facilitate change, within target populations.
For more information on the Department of Justice Correctional Services please visit our website.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

You will be responsible for:

• Systems Maintenance – Ensures the efficient operation of the major plan systems of heating, cooling, electrical, plumbing, water supply, pool, security, waste disposal, generator. Performs preventative maintenance and documentation.
• Servicing Equipment – Ensuring regular servicing of all major equipment, locks & keys, fire systems, machines and vehicles and ensures all security equipment.
• Maintains Building Grounds – maintains landscaping, mowing, snow removal, parking lot and exterior buildings.
• Repairs/Renovations – Completes minor repairs and coordinates the work of outside contractors and tradespersons.
• Serves as after-hours and stand-by on-call Maintenance Person on a rotational schedule.
• Inventory – ensures adequate supply of materials, tools, repair parts.

You have the important responsibility for ensuring that all work completed is in compliance with the Canadian Electrical Code, National Building Code of Canada, National Fire Code of Canada and Department requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Successful completion of Grade 12 and trade certification in the electrical field from a recognized trade school. Considerable experience in the maintenance of a large physical plant.
Special Skills — The incumbent must demonstrate sound judgement and possess knowledge applying to a variety of building and mechanical trade skills. Must have good working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of institutional van or other designated transportation vehicle. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to perform duties on schedule under minimal supervision. Thorough working knowledge of institutional policy, procedures and directives pertaining to position duties. Proficiency and ability in handling all fire/life safety and communication equipment.
Is a particular credential, license, trade certification, professional designation, required to fulfill the duties of the position:
Interprovincial electrical license
Incumbent must also have valid drivers license with entitlement to drive designated institution vehicle.
This position requires an overall knowledge of mechanical / energy systems as well as security related systems found within a correctional environment. The Electrician is not only responsible to coordinate and delegate work repairs but must assume responsibility for performing many of these repairs and prioritize and be available to respond to emergency repairs.
A trade certification i.e. “Certified Red Seal Electrician” is mandatory for this position. Therefore, must not only have the certification but have working knowledge and experience in this trade. Also important to this position is strong communication skills, as the candidate is required to deal with a variety of staff and outside agencies. Therefore, a high degree of professionalism is essential.
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

• Systems Maintenance – Ensures the efficient operation of the major plan systems of heating, cooling, electrical, plumbing, water supply, pool, security, waste disposal, generator. Performs preventative maintenance and documentation.
• Servicing Equipment – Ensuring regular servicing of all major equipment, locks & keys, fire systems, machines and vehicles and ensures all security equipment.
• Maintains Building Grounds – maintains landscaping, mowing, snow removal, parking lot and exterior buildings.
• Repairs/Renovations – Completes minor repairs and coordinates the work of outside contractors and tradespersons.
• Serves as after-hours and stand-by on-call Maintenance Person on a rotational schedule.
• Inventory – ensures adequate supply of materials, tools, repair parts