Park Attendant; Maintenance Worker

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

Competition # : 47883

Department: Natural Resources

Location: COXHEATH

Type of Employment: Seasonal

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: 24-Feb-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources – including biodiversity, forests, geological resources, provincial parks and the land we manage. The Department of Natural Resources & Renewables is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, mineral, parks and wildlife resources and the administration of the province's Crown land. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management as we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province.

This competition is being leveraged to fill one vacancy at Mira River Provincial park, as well as any other seasonal positions within Cape Breton County as they arise.

We are seeking a Park Attendant who will assist us with seasonal operation and maintenance. This will include infrastructure, vehicles, grounds and equipment, providing visitor information, monitoring park activities for regulation compliance, advising visitors of park regulations and reporting non-compliance to Conservation Officers. You will ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and department policies, and will be an active participant in implementing the department Occupational Health and Safety Policy and Programs.

This position requires the ability to work as part of a team, and performs strenuous manual tasks in an outdoor environment. Duties often require working irregularly scheduled hours, weekends, evenings and holidays. Must be willing to attend department training in duties related to this position.

This position reports to the Park Caretaker.

Under the general direction of the Chief Park Caretaker, or designate, the Park Attendant is responsible for the seasonal operation and maintenance of designated provincial parks(s) including:

• Infrastructure maintenance, vehicles, grounds and equipment;
• Customer service and relations;
• Monitoring park activities for regulation compliance;
• Advising visitors of park regulations and reporting non-compliance;
• Using the computer-based reservation and registration system;
• Processing financial transactions, cash handling;
• Compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and Workplace policies, Procedures and all Safe Work Practices at all times when on duty.

This may be the right opportunity for you if you have:

• Grade 10 education.
• Valid N.S. Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent.
• Working knowledge and previous experience in computer use including: internet, email, and web-based applications.
• Experience in general carpentry; building and grounds maintenance; general machine maintenance; use of tractors, ride on mowers, push mowers, string trimmers and hand and power tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing and to work independently.

Assets:

• Knowledge of cleaning methods and sanitation requirements;
• Training, experience in or demonstrated ability for ensuring compliance of regulations in a public setting;
• Good general knowledge of local history and points of interest;
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations;
• Forest Safety Society certified for power saw and spacing saws.
• Valid (Standard) First Aid certificate and WHMIS training.

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

$1,663.99 - $1,695.56

Based on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.  to learn more about our various benefits offering and eligibility criteria.

• Duties often require working irregularly scheduled hours, weekends, evenings and holidays. Must be…