Property Services Technician
Job in
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Listed on 2026-05-26
Listing for:
Department of National Defence/Ministère de la défense nationale
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-26
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
General Labor, Landscaping, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Outdoor / Nature -
Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
General Labor, Landscaping, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Outdoor / Nature
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Perform grounds maintenance tasks such as grass cutting, landscaping, and brush clearing with both manual and powered equipment.
Remove snow and ice from roads, sidewalks, and other areas using tools and equipment.
Operate various equipment including skid steers, dump trucks, and snowplows.
Assist with basic repairs to fences, signs, drainage systems, and paved surfaces.
Support tradespeople with simple maintenance tasks in a multi-trade environment.
Essential Qualifications
Experience assisting skilled tradespersons or working in a labour/trades environment.
Experience using a variety of hand tools, power tools, or motorized equipment.
Experience performing grounds maintenance tasks such as grass cutting, brush clearing, landscaping, or snow/ice removal.
Core Competencies
Demonstrating integrity and respect.
Thinking things through.
Working effectively with others.
Showing initiative and being action-oriented.
Communication.
Asset Qualifications
First Aid.
CPR.
General Safety.
Fall/Arrest.
Asset Experience
Experience with Roads and Grounds Maintenance.
Experience in the maintenance of Airfield grounds.
Experience operating vehicles or equipment such as tractors, skid steers, snowplows, or dump trucks.
Experience in the horticulture field.
Experience driving and backing up a trailer.
Operational Requirements
Willing and able to work overtime, as required.
Willing and able to be on standby and report to work when required.
Reliability Status security clearance.
Possession of a valid and unrestricted Provincial or Territorial Driver’s Licence.
Willing and able to climb ladders, stairs and scaffolds.
Willing and able to work for extended periods of time in adverse weather conditions.
Willing and able to lift and carry items repetitively weighing up to 30 kgs.
Willing and able to obtain and maintain a DND 404 driver’s licence.
Requirement to wear and/or utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) such as face mask, respirator, etc. A fit test is required for certain PPE.
Strict adherence to the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics and related directives.
EEO Statement
The Department of National Defence is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team that reflects Canada’s population.
Preference
Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.
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