Department: Public Works
Location: ANTIGONISH
Zone: 8
Type of Employment: Year Round
Union Status: CUPE - NSPG
Closing Date: 08-Aug-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
Under Article 13 of the Collective Agreement between the Nova Scotia Department of Public Works and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 1867, the following opportunity is being posted.

ABOUT US

The Department of Public Works supports Nova Scotia’s 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways, 4,100 bridges, and 9 provincial ferries. Our Fleet Services Division is pivotal to ensuring the safety of our provincial road network.
We’re recruiting for a Automotive Repair Apprentice to join our team. This is your opportunity to advance your professional development through hands on experience, training, and mentorship.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

As the Automotive Repair Apprentice, under the general supervision of the Fleet Service Coordinator or an Red Seal Automotive Mechanic you will complete automotive repairs and rebuild light vehicle modifications to a variety of government mobile machinery and equipment used to perform road maintenance activities for both summer and winter operations.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Successful completion of a recognized Automotive Repair Trade program is required.
As the ideal candidate, you are engaged, self-motivated, and an effective team player. You are professional and courteous with sound communication skills.
As a multi-tasker, you effectively problem solve and make sound decisions in fast-paced environments.

The following are considered assets:

• Work experience in trades such as the operation of heavy trucks and equipment
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety
• First Aid and WHMIS

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.

Please refer the Job description for details