Building Process Maintainer (BLT WWTF)

Competition #

HW26-73E

Title

Building Process Maintainer (BLT WWTF)

Department

Wastewater and Stormwater Services

Primary Function

Under the direction of the Supervisor, perform labour and maintenance for the building, grounds, equipment comprising the Plant Operations facilities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Carry out janitorial duties in and around water supply plant buildings. This shall include, but not be limited to, cleaning of floors, washrooms, offices, windows. The Plant Supervisor will establish a schedule of cleaning duties that will be completed at a prescribed frequency, which may be modified to accommodate events at the plant.
• Carry out upkeep of roads, grounds, walkways and buildings, and performs other assigned duties. Typical duties include snow removal and ice control, lawn mowing, planting, raking, weeding etc.
• When assigned by the Plant Supervisor, load and unload deliveries, including treatment chemicals. Carry out other miscellaneous tasks as required, such as pick up and deliveries, escorting contractors.
• Assist in the maintenance of equipment associated with water supply plant facilities. Perform general labour duties such as moving materials, rigging, clean-up and assist Operators with maintenance duties.
• Perform duties as prescribed for the position as defined in the plant’s ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS).
• Perform other related duties as required.

Reporting Relationships

Supervisor, Wastewater Treatment

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

Education: 

• Grade 12 or NS Department of Education equivalent.

Experience: 

• Previous related experience in the areas of building and industrial facility maintenance. Experience in the maintenance of mechanical equipment (ie: lawn mower/edgers/snow blowers) would be an asset.

Other Requirements

Certificates / Licenses / Registrations:

• NS Class 5 Drivers License in good standing.
• Must be willing to undertake and maintain current certification in confined space, transportation of dangerous goods and other required courses.
• WHMIS, First Aid 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be prepared to wear protective clothing and equipment required for specific situations involved.
• Must be willing to undergo immunization treatments, and any personal health condition checks which may be required.
• Willingness to undertake and successfully complete related training.
• Ability to regularly perform physically demanding labour work.

How to Apply

Applicants who applied previously for this competition do not need to reapply.

Completed cover letters and application forms [PDF] or resumes, stating Competition #HW26-73E must be received by 4:30 pm on July 17th, 2026. Please forward to:

Mail

• Halifax Water
  HR Department
  P.O. Box 8388, RPO CSC
  Halifax, NS
  B3K 5M1

Fax

• View phone number on halifaxwater.ca

Email

• View email address on halifaxwater.ca

Please note: Only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.

Conditional Items Required for Employment:

• Satisfactory background check
• Satisfactory pre-employment testing

Halifax Water is an equal opportunity employer.

Halifax Water’s goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve, at all job levels. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success, and the success of our community. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.