Dalhousie University Looking for Vehicle Operator at Halifax, NS Full Time

Position Title Vehicle Operator

Department/Unit Facilities Management

Location Halifax

Posting Number FM16-22

Employee Group NSGEU Local 99

Position Type Regular, On-Going

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

Employment Type Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0

Rate $17.94 per hour

Classification Vehicle Operator

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our 19,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Grounds and Horticulture Supervisor, Central Stores Supervisor, or designate, Vehicle Operators are expected to drive University transport vehicles and transfer equipment, materials, supplies and Facilities Management staff between campus buildings and to/from sites off campus as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivers material and supplies between and within University buildings and to off-site locations, as required
• Delivers/collects equipment and materials to/from Trades Services, Zones, Environmental Services, and Project sites
• Assists grounds keeping staff in the case of snow shovelling and ice control requirements and other circumstances as required
• Participates in scheduled vehicle maintenance procedures as required
• Monitors vehicle operating condition utilizing scheduled check lists
• Operates vehicle in safe, responsible and lawful manner
• Performs small office moves and furniture rearrangement throughout the campus buildings
• Transports and arranges tables and chairs for exams and other special functions
• Dismantles desks as required
• Collects recyclables as per the University’s waste management/recycling program
• Transports specialized wastes to an appropriate location
• Provides a delivery service between Dalhousie University libraries and other metro universities and libraries
• Performs other duties as required

Note

Incumbent is expected to lift heavy materials

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus and will be required to provide proof of full vaccination through Campus Check, or may seek an accommodation from Dalhousie’s vaccine requirements on grounds protected under provincial human rights legislation. Please visit the Campus Check website for more information.

Qualifications

• Current relevant and related experience required
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Nova Scotia driver’s license, and provide an up-to-date driver’s abstract
• Industry experience to operate large fleet vehicles up to 5 tonnes (GWT), as required
• Knowledge of the campus layout and the Halifax Regional Municipality area are essential
• Must be physically fit and able to lift heavy items
• Ability to take direction and to work with minimal supervision
• Reliable and punctual
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Must be willing to work overtime, as required
• General safety and WHMIS training an asset

Additional Information

Application Consideration

Bargaining unit employees are given first consideration and will be notified regarding the status of their application. All other applicants will be considered when there is no qualified internal candidate and will only be contacted if selected for an interview.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Open Date 03/03/2022

Close Date 03/16/2022

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant