Nova Scotia Mechanical supervisor Jobs – 134 Openings This Week

Fleet Supervisor
Halifax Regional Municipality —Halifax, NS
- $87,872 a year
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Supervising experience
- Team management
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Marine Service Technicion
Shining Waters Marina —Tantallon, NS
- $30–$45 an hour
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Project management
- Plumbing
- Store discount
- Profit sharing
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Heavy Equipment Operator | Construction
Confidential —Lower Sackville, NS
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- First Aid Certification
- Driving
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Maintenance Technician
Thermalite —Lower Woods Harbour, NS
- $18–$23 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- In-person
- Communication skills
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Plumbing & Electrical Procurement Coordinator
EASTCUT Wood Building Solutions —New Glasgow, NS
- From $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Business
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
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Field Mechanic- Heavy Duty/Heavy Equipment Technician
Harbour Construction Company Limited —Dartmouth, NS
- From $45 an hour
- Overtime
- No university degree
- Travel
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Shop Service Technician
Prime Material Handling Equipment Limited —Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Analysis skills
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Field Service Technician
Prime Material Handling —Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- Maintenance
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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CNC Plasma Table Operator
MacGregors Industrial Group —New Glasgow, NS
- $22–$28 an hour
- Full-time
- Forklift
- Quality Control
- Computer skills
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1d
Journeyman/woman Electrician
Harry Freeman & Son Ltd. —Nova Scotia
- $38.54–$45.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Programmable logic controllers
- Electrical experience
- Wellness program
- Designated paid holidays
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Facility Team Lead
Scotia Recycling Limited —Dartmouth, NS
- $25–$27 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Inventory management
- Forklift
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
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Road Service Technician
Cisolift Distribution inc. —Truro, NS
- $33.65–$43.40 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Mechanic experience
- Inventory management
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Experienced Extrusion Operator Trainee
IPG —Truro, NS
- $24–$26 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Quality Control
- Manufacturing
- Mechanical knowledge
- Dental care
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Diesel Truck Technician/Mechanic III (Helper/Apprentice)
Penske Truck Leasing —Dartmouth, NS
- $25.52 an hour
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel
- Designated paid holidays
- Dental care
6d
Sheet Metal Journeyman HVAC
On Track HVAC INC —Halifax, NS
- $32–$42 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- HVAC
- In-person
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Class 1 Driver Tractor Trailer
GFL Environmental —Sydney, NS
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuous improvement
- Cleaning
Sheet Metal Worker - Journeyman, Apprentices and Labourers
Newfound Mechanical Ltd. —New Glasgow, NS
- $25–$41 an hour
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- Maintenance
- English
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Quick apply
Shop Labourer
Prime Material Handling Equipment Limited —Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Quick apply
3d
Diesel Apprentice - Technician II
Ryder System —Dartmouth, NS
- $25.27 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Computer skills
- Communication skills
- Profit sharing
- Dental care
3d
Building Operator - (4th Class Power Engineer)- FIFO 14/14
Convergint Technologies Ltd —Dartmouth, NS
- $100,000 a year
- Nights as needed
- Customer service
- HVAC
- Power tools
- Designated paid holidays
- Dental care
Quick apply

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Fleet Supervisor

Halifax Regional Municipality -
Halifax, NS

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Job details

Full-time
$87,872 a year
21 hours ago

Qualifications

Heavy vehicle maintenance experience
Class A Licence
Preventative maintenance
Equipment repair
Coaching
Complaint handling
Performance management
High school diploma or GED
Change management
Supervising experience
Team management
Routine maintenance inspections
Computer skills
Welding
Hydraulics
Work order management
Leadership
Standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Team coordination
Driving Licence

Full job description

Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for two (2) permanent, full-time positions of Fleet Supervisor in the Transit Fleet division of Halifax Transit.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

Under the general direction of the Superintendent, Transit Fleet, the Fleet Supervisor provides expert advice and support in the operation, maintenance and servicing of Halifax Transit’s fleet, which consists of over 340 vehicles comprised of: 40 and 60ft conventional buses; 30ft community buses and cut-away Access-A-Buses. The department is responsible for the daily maintenance and servicing of a diverse fleet of vehicles which includes but is not limited to the execution of preventative maintenance and warranty programs; major component/ mid-life rebuilds; repair and maintenance of equipment and components; vehicle compliance as legislated under Motor Carrier Act as well as transit facility and equipment maintenance.

The Fleet Supervisor (FS) is responsible for the supervision of maintenance personnel and for the efficient and effective daily operation of the maintenance garage in order to ensure that the daily service quota is met for the commuting public. In order to meet the daily challenges of this dynamic environment the Fleet Supervisor will work with other Supervisors, the Fleet Controller, vendors, contractors, Halifax Transit Operations and Provincial Inspectors in the areas of: scheduling of work/inspections, allocation of equipment, parts acquisitions as well as life cycle decisions such as vehicle acquisition and disposal.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership:

Responsible for the development and administration of maintenance, repair and warranty programs related to equipment, components and parts
Balances workload in a rapidly changing environment and sets priorities on the delivery of services and ensures service level standards are met
Assists support staff in setting work schedule priorities to ensure maintenance and repairs are completed in a timely fashion
Challenges the status quo and champions new initiatives. Ensures personnel have a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities

Performance Management:

Subject matter expert that remains abreast of changes in equipment, diagnostics, components and parts and is able to guide, assist and develop employees
Responsible for distributing and evaluating the work of apprentices and assisting them in achieving their Class A mechanic license through the completion of development plans and the establishment of performance objectives
Directs, assigns and monitors the work of staff
Interprets and applies the collective agreement
This position is responsible for addressing grievances and may be called upon to participate in the arbitration process

Service Delivery:

Responsible for balancing workload and meeting service quota in a rapidly changing environment
Responsible for ensuring all internal building equipment and equipment associated with fueling of the vehicles is in good working order
Provides frequent communications to Operations on status of equipment
Responsible for the administration of obligations under OH&S: conducts inspections, coaches and informs, develops and reviews standard operating procedures, takes action in the event of incidents
Subject matter expert with respect to Motor Carrier Act, NS Motor Vehicle Act and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Act; responsible for ensuring vehicles are maintained and repaired according to legislation

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

Completion of grade 12.
Must possess a valid driver’s license in good standing.
Must possess a valid N.S. Trade Certificate in either Bus and Transport (310T) or Automotive (310S).
Five (5) years’ experience in the repair of equipment in a fleet environment.
Capable of demonstrating leadership skills and have the ability to organize assigned work.
Minimum Three (3) years’ experience in a supervisory role.
Knowledge and understanding of OH&S, NS MVA, CMVSA and NS Motor Carrier Act.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

Ability to make decisions relative to urgency, importance and public scrutiny
Ability to work as a team leader or team member in a diverse environment
Demonstrated organizational, supervisory, and administrative abilities
Demonstrated interpersonal skills
Strong oral and verbal skills
Ability to prioritize and co-ordinate a multitude of tasks
Must have good background and knowledge of all aspects of fleet operation, covering welding hydraulics, body repair and mechanical repairs
Must have a full understanding of Preventative Maintenance processes
Familiarity with computers and a computerized work order system
Must be motivated and ready to accept day to day challenges

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

Please note: Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.

COMPETENCIES: Analytical Thinking; Communications; Customer Service; Managing Change; Networking/Relationship Building; Organization and Planning; Teamwork and Cooperation.

WORK STATUS: Two (2) Permanent, full-time positions.

HOURS OF WORK:
Position 1 - 78611504 (Relief, Works Holidays): Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm; RLTC
Position 2 - 78624106 (Relief, Works Holidays): Sunday to Thursday, 7:00pm- 3:00am; RLTC

SALARY: $87,872 per year plus compression premium pay. This is an NSGEU Local 107 position.

WORK LOCATION: Ragged Lake Transit Center (110 Grassy Lake Drive, Halifax, NS) or Burnside Transit Centre (200 Ilsley Avenue, Dartmouth NS).

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.

This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualifying bargaining unit candidates.

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview/ testing will be contacted.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process.

(position #s 78611504, 78624106)

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mechanical supervisor jobs in nova scotia

Fleet Supervisor

Marine Service Technicion

Heavy Equipment Operator | Construction

Maintenance Technician

Plumbing & Electrical Procurement Coordinator

Field Mechanic- Heavy Duty/Heavy Equipment Technician

Shop Service Technician

Field Service Technician

CNC Plasma Table Operator

Journeyman/woman Electrician

Facility Team Lead

Road Service Technician

Experienced Extrusion Operator Trainee

Diesel Truck Technician/Mechanic III (Helper/Apprentice)

Sheet Metal Journeyman HVAC

Class 1 Driver Tractor Trailer

Sheet Metal Worker - Journeyman, Apprentices and Labourers

Shop Labourer

Diesel Apprentice - Technician II

Building Operator - (4th Class Power Engineer)- FIFO 14/14

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