The Electronic Technician/Electrician role, reporting to the Supervisor, Field Services, is responsible for the installation, maintenance, administration, and troubleshooting of intelligent surveillance systems, traffic management systems, and other technology located on bridges and associated properties. The responsibilities include installing, maintaining, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial electrical equipment and associated electrical and electronic control systems.

This is a *safety-sensitive position. This position necessitates working in varying weather conditions, including adverse weather, being in proximity to automotive traffic and moving equipment/vehicles on the bridge, working at extreme heights ranging from 170 to 320 feet above the bridge, and in confined spaces below the bridge or within the bridge towers. Adherence to HHB Safety standards, policies, and processes is crucial, encompassing hazard assessments, the use of required Personal Protective Equipment, proper access to confined spaces, and diligent safety observations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

·        Adhere to HHB safety protocols, procedures, standards, and Safe Work Practices.

·        Complete mandatory safety training, Job Hazard Assessments, hazard reporting, and corrective measures to eliminate, mitigate, or control hazards.

·        Contribute suggestions to enhance the Safety program.

·        Install, inspect, replace, test, troubleshoot, calibrate, and repair ethernet, coaxial cable, electronic control systems, electronic devices, and associated hardware.

·        Perform installation, maintenance, and repair tasks on surveillance cameras and related electronic technologies located on bridges or bridge properties.

·        Troubleshoot and maintain traffic management system hardware and associated software.

·        Support intelligent surveillance systems, traffic management systems, and other electronic technologies used in bridge operations.

·        Execute preventive maintenance programs.

·        Conduct scheduled electronic checks on bridges and buildings.

·        Maintain comprehensive maintenance records.

·        Perform other duties as assigned.

 Requirements:

·        Education in Electronic/Electrical Engineering or equivalent on-the-job experience

·        Complete and maintain Red Seal Electrician Certification.

·        Clean driving record and hold a valid Class 5 Nova Scotia Driver’s License. Driver Abstract will be requested before employment.

·        Demonstrate intermediate computer proficiency.

·        Capable of performing in high-stress situations with minimal supervision, especially in safety-sensitive roles.

·        Mandatory safety training includes Fall Protection, Confined Space Entry, Arial lifts, WHMIS, and First Aid (training provided by the employer if necessary).

·        Successful completion of physical demand testing and a clean background check.

·        Display punctuality, reliability, and a positive can-do attitude.

·        Willingness to work overtime or extended shifts as needed.

·        Effective communication skills with individuals of varying technical/non-technical knowledge, skills, or experience.

·        Ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team, ensuring efficient operations, excellent customer service, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Position details:

·        Hiring 1 position. This is a Full-time, Permanent, Unionised position, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

·        Shift work, on-call response, and extended hours will be required based on operational demands.

·        The per-hour wage for this position, as per the Collective Agreement, is $39.84

Working conditions:

This is a *safety-sensitive position requiring work on bridges, bridge properties, buildings, below bridges, and within bridge towers. The role involves frequent physical activity, including lifting up to 50 lbs regularly (and up to 100 lbs occasionally), standing, walking, climbing, bending, and working at heights of approximately 170 to 320 feet and in confined spaces. Employees must be able to work safely in varying weather conditions, around traffic and moving equipment, and in environments with moderate to heavy noise. The position requires strong attention to detail while monitoring, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining electronic systems and equipment. Candidates must be comfortable working independently in physically demanding and potentially hazardous conditions.

*A safety-sensitive position is one in which an employee’s duties and responsibilities have a direct impact on their own safety or the safety of others, property, or the environment. These roles typically involve tasks where impaired performance, lack of focus, or error could result in serious incidents or harm – such as operating equipment, working at heights, or performing critical infrastructure work. Employees in safety-sensitive positions are expected to be fit for duty at all times and may be subject to additional requirements such as medical assessments and stricter performance standards to ensure work is carried out safely

How to Apply:

Interested candidates may submit their resumes and complete all pre-screening questions by 4:00 pm on October 30, 2026

Please note:
The successful candidate must pass a background check, including a criminal record check, employment verification and eligibility to work in Canada.

Employment Equity Statement:

HHB is committed to a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Applicants are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify to support our diversity and inclusion efforts.

Employment is conditional upon satisfactory reference checks, background checks, and confirmation of eligibility to work in Canada. Personal information is collected in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and used solely for recruitment purposes.

HHB appreciates all applications; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician position is responsible for the general maintenance, operation and repair of Halifax Harbour Bridges (HHB) equipment, vehicles, buildings, bridge structures, bridge systems, streets and properties. The Maintenance Technician position is also responsible for winter maintenance and snow removal.

This position is deemed a *safety-sensitive position as work is completed in variable weather temperatures and adverse weather conditions, working at extreme heights from 170 – 320 feet above the bridge, and in confined spaces below the bridge or in the bridge towers. A critical accountability is adherence to the HHB Safety standards, policies and processes. This includes hazard assessments, wearing required Personal Protective Equipment, proper access to confined spaces, safety observations and being able to provide rescue to co-workers as necessary.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

·        Follow HHB safety policies, procedures, standards, Safe Work Practices, and reporting requirements.

·        General maintenance, operation and repair of Halifax Harbour Bridges (HHB) equipment, vehicles, buildings, bridge structures, bridge systems, streets and properties.

·        Operate vehicles, mid-sized equipment, and power tools, including trucks, towing vehicles, ATVS, bobcats, street sweepers, tractors, pay loaders, cart carriers, power lifts, and pneumatic tools.

·        Operate snow removal equipment such as tractors, loaders, brine spreaders, snowplows, snow blowers and salt spreaders to remove snow and ice from bridges, streets, sidewalks, parking lots and other HHB properties.

·        General maintenance and operation of vehicles including pre-inspection checks, tune-ups and parts replacements, oil and grease changes, fluid level checks, replacing lights, cleaning vehicles, tire replacement and rotation, checking tire pressure.

·        Repair, maintain, and perform regular inspections of equipment and tools to ensure they are in working condition.

·        Conduct regular checks and safety inspections of workplaces, diesel generators, and fire systems.

·        Assist in traffic control to close and open lanes as per construction and maintenance requirements.

·        Complete job-related safety training and skills development as required.

·        Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must be willing to obtain a Class 3 NS Driver’s License 

• Must have a Class 5 Driver’s License and a clean driving record (Driver Abstract will be required as a condition of employment). 

• Must pass a physical demands assessment and a criminal background check as a condition of employment.

• Experience working in a construction environment or performing work in the construction trades

• 2+ years of experience in a Maintenance or Maintenance-related position.

• Able to work in a *safety-sensitive position, in adverse weather conditions (rain, snow, ice), at extreme heights (170-320 feet), in direct traffic, and in confined spaces.

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment within a team or independently with limited supervision.

• Able to work efficiently while providing excellent customer service and exhibiting pride in quality work.

• Punctual and dependable with a can-do attitude.

• Assets include: Valid Safety training in Fall Protection, Confined Space Entry, WHMIS and First Aid. If necessary, these courses will be scheduled by the employer for the successful candidate to complete.

This is a full-time, unionized position with a 40-hour-per-week, shift-based schedule. The starting hourly wage is $25.31, plus applicable shift premiums under the collective agreement. Overtime, standby, call-in, and weekend work may be required based on operational needs and will be compensated according to the collective agreement. In addition to competitive compensation, employees enjoy:

• An attractive Defined Benefit Pension Plan.

• Group health and dental benefits for eligible employees and their families.

• Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).

• Overtime and shift premium provisions under the collective agreement.

• A welcoming, collaborative, and engaging workplace culture.

* Safety-sensitive position refers to any position in which Employees have a key and direct role in an operation where performance impacted or limited by drug or alcohol use could result in a significant incident, near miss, or failure to adequately respond to a significant incident and affect the health, safety or security of the Employee, other persons, property, or the environment, or cause a detrimental impact to reputation. Safety-sensitive positions are also those where there is no direct supervision or limited supervision is available to provide frequent operational checks.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates may submit their resume and complete all pre-screening questions by 4:00 p.m. on October 16, 2026. If you need an accommodation, please contact recruitment@hdbc.ns.ca

Please note:

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates may be contacted for interviews prior to the closing date. However, no offer of employment will be made until after the posting has closed.

The successful candidate must pass a background check, including a criminal record check, employment verification and eligibility to work in Canada.

Employment Equity Statement:

HHB is committed to a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Applicants are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify to support our diversity and inclusion efforts.

Employment is conditional upon satisfactory reference checks, background checks, confirmation of eligibility to work in Canada, and job-related medical/functional assessments appropriate to this safety-sensitive role. Personal information is collected in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and used solely for recruitment purposes.

HHB appreciates all applications; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.