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Employment Opportunity - Public Works Field Hand
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Public Works Field Hand Employment Opportunity
Internal / External Job Posting –Bargaining Unit Position (NSGEU Local 161)
The Municipality of the County of Richmond is currently accepting applications for the full-time permanent position of Public Works Field Hand. Please note that this is a unionized position and bargaining unit employees (NSGEU Local 161) are given priority consideration. External applications will only be reviewed if there are no qualified internal candidates.
Responsibilities
The Field Hand is generally responsible for maintenance of municipal facilities, water and sewerage systems under the jurisdiction of the Municipality as well as other municipal infrastructure such as roads, sidewalks, the Richmond Solid Waste Management Facility and the Richmond Arena. Specific duties include: ·
- Labour associated with maintenance of municipal facilities such as grounds keeping and minor building maintenance (painting, building repairs/maintenance, waste disposal, etc.).
- Labour associated with repairs to water and sewerage system infrastructure.
- Any other duties which the Municipality may require from time to time.
Qualifications
- Grade 12 High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Valid Nova Scotia Class 5 Driver’s License
- Previous Experience with Municipal Infrastructure / Public Works Considered an Asset
- Must Have or Be Willing to Obtain Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Climate Change Certifications in Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection
Terms and Conditions of Employment
The regular hours of work for this position are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break. Employees may be required to be on standby on a scheduled basis and may be required to work overtime based on operational requirements. The wage scale for this position is Level 4 with a current annual salary range of $49,355 to $61,692 ($27.12 to $33.90 per hour) plus benefits.
For further details, the full job description can be found at: document Field Hand 2025(205 KB)
Interested candidates should forward their resume by 4:00 PM, June 10, 2025, to:
The Municipality of the County of Richmond
c/o Carla Martell
2357 Highway 206
Arichat, Nova Scotia
B0E 1A0
or via email to
We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly.
Compost Available May 20, 2025
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Compost Available
Effective May 20, 2025, compost will be available at the Richmond Solid Waste Management Facility. Availability is limited to residents of Richmond County (identification with address may be requested) and will be limited to a maximum of 2 cubic yards per customer until June 9, 2025 after which compost can be purchased in greater quantities (subject to availability).
The compost has been tested to CCME guidelines and is considered Category A, unrestricted use, and can be used in any application. Lab results are available upon request.
Fees:
- Residential / Commercial Customers $40 / Tonne (Minimum $5 charge)
- Loading Fee $10 Flat Fee
- Tandem Truck Load $275 inc. loading fee (approximately 8 tonnes – truck supplied by purchaser)
Customers must remit payment at the Richmond Solid Waste Management Facility at time of pick-up (cash, debit and cheque accepted). Please note that shovels and containers are not available at the Waste Management Facility. Those wishing to be loaded with site equipment may see slight delays depending on other site activities.
Quantities may be limited. Please verify availability with the Richmond Solid Waste Management Facility at 902-226-2396.
You're Invited - Celebrating VON Week - Proclamation and Flag Raising Ceremony
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Celebrating VON Week, May 18 - 24th, 2025
The Municipality of the County of Richmond wishes to invite members of the public to the Victoria Order of Nurses (VON) Week Proclamation and Flag Raising ceremony, which will be held on Tuesday, May 20th, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at the Municipal Administration Building, 2357 Hwy 206, Arichat, NS.
Every year, VON Canada marks a special week to thank the dedicated staff and volunteers, and celebrate the caring home and community support they deliver. This year's theme, At the Heart of Care, recognizes that it’s the people who make VON special. VON staff and volunteers put their whole hearts into providing life-changing care to clients. VON is also at the heart of the healthcare system, bringing people the support they need and want – at home and in the community – so they can live healthier, happier lives, surrounded by loved ones.
All are welcome to attend.
Richmond County RV Dump Station - Opening on May 12, 2025
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