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Labourer​/Utility Worker Apprentice​/Utility Operator

Job in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Listing for: Halifax Water
Full Time, Apprenticeship/Internship position
Listed on 2026-09-17
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Utility Technician, Maintenance Worker, Building Maintenance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 42000 - 56000 CAD Yearly CAD 42000.00 56000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Labourer / Utility Worker Apprentice / Utility Operator

Labourer / Utility Worker Apprentice / Utility Operator

Term (Approx. 18 Months) Full Time

Competition #

Department

Water Services

Primary Function

This position will perform all forms of general labour work associated with the operation of the water distribution system in a safe and efficient manner.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Ensure your own personal safety and the safety of your co-workers by following all OH&S Rules and Regulations.
  • Perform general labour work including pick and shovel work, excavation, loading/unloading, reinstatement works and other site cleanup activities.
  • Respond to scheduled and emergency overtime work.
  • Assist with hydrant inspection, operation, preventative maintenance, repairs and replacements.
  • Assist with main line valve inspections, operation, repair and replacement.
  • Assist with the installation and repair of water mains of all sizes and materials.
  • Assist with performing 38 mm to 50 mm diameter water main taps.
  • Assist with the installation and repair of water services of all sizes and materials.
  • Assist with service box inspections, adjustments and replacements.
  • Operate and maintain a variety of tools, equipment and vehicles necessary for the operation of the water distribution system.
  • Open and access water distribution information in the corporate GIS system.
  • Complete work orders and inspections in the computerized maintenance management system.
  • Perform other assignments as deemed appropriate for training towards the Utility Worker Apprentice and Utility Operator 1, 2 and 3 competencies.
  • Perform other related duties as may be assigned.

Utility Worker Apprentice Duties:

  • Ensure your own personal safety and the safety of your co-workers by following all OH&S Rules and Regulations.
  • Perform general labour work including excavation, loading/unloading, reinstatement works and other site cleanup activities.
  • Respond to scheduled and emergency overtime work.
  • Inspect and operate hydrants. Assist with hydrant preventative maintenance, repairs and replacements.
  • Operate main line valves. Assist with valve inspections and the repair and replacement of mainline valves and associated valve box assemblies.
  • Assist with the installation and repair of water mains of all sizes and materials.
  • Perform annual water distribution system flushing.
  • Assist with performing 38 mm to 50 mm diameter water main taps.
  • Assist with the installation and repair of water services of all sizes and materials.
  • Perform service box inspections and adjustments. Assist with the replacement of service boxes.
  • Operate and maintain a variety of tools, equipment and vehicles necessary for the operation of the water distribution system.
  • Open and access water distribution information in the corporate GIS system.
  • Create and complete work orders and inspections in the computerized maintenance management system.
  • Assist with water main, valve, hydrant and service line locates.
  • Perform chlorine residual and turbidity testing.
  • Assist with the inspection of water reservoirs and sites.
  • Perform other assignments as deemed appropriate for training towards the Utility Operator 1, 2 and 3 competency.
  • Perform other related duties as may be assigned.

Utility Operator Duties:

  • Ensure your own personal safety and the safety of your co-workers by following all OH&S Rules and Regulations.
  • Respond to scheduled and emergency overtime work.
  • Inspect and operate hydrants and carry out preventive maintenance. Assist with hydrant repairs and replacements.
  • Inspect, operate, repair and replace mainline valves and associated valve box assemblies.
  • Install and repair water mains of all sizes and materials.
  • Perform annual water distribution system flushing.
  • Perform 38 mm to 50 mm diameter water main taps. Assist with 100 mm and larger water main taps.
  • Install and repair water services…
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