Light Vehicle Driver — $26.38–$28.67/hr, Halifax NS

The Department of National Defence is hiring a Light Vehicle Driver in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This is an on-site, in-person role, and a pool of candidates may also be created for similar future openings with different terms. English is required for this position.

Pay

• $26.38 to $28.67 per hour (classified as GL-MDO-04).

What you'll drive

• Passenger vehicles carrying up to 15 people, or 5-ton trucks.

• You may also be trained to operate other vehicle types to complete daily tasks.

Schedule and conditions

• Full-time, on-site work for your entire scheduled shift.

• Must be willing to work standby time, overtime, weekends, evenings, nights and statutory holidays as needed.

• Expect physical duties such as lifting up to 25 kg (55 lbs), bending, and getting in and out of heavy equipment.

• You'll need to stay seated while driving for stretches of 4-5 hours and be able to safely get in and out of vehicles.

• The work environment may involve loud noise, dust and fumes, so CSA-approved safety footwear and other protective gear are required.

Requirements

• Experience driving passenger vehicles for up to 15 people, or experience operating 5-ton trucks.

• Must be able to obtain and keep a DND 404 driver's license.

• A security clearance is required (Reliability Status, Secret, or Top Secret depending on the role); Top Secret clearance requires Canadian citizenship.

• Must follow the Department of National Defence's codes of conduct and conflict-of-interest rules.

Helpful but not required

• A valid, unrestricted Nova Scotia Class 5 license, or a Nova Scotia Class 3 license with air brake endorsement.

• Background in securing or unloading cargo, completing logbooks or inspection reports, doing routine vehicle checks, following safety protocols in an industrial setting, or working alongside both military and civilian staff.

• Strong communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, health and dental coverage, a pension plan, and various types of paid leave.

About the process

This posting may be used to fill one or more similar positions in Halifax with different work terms. The department values a diverse workforce and welcomes applicants to self-identify as part of designated employment equity groups. Preference in hiring follows standard government order: veterans first, then Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Spouses or partners of serving Canadian Armed Forces members may also be given early consideration.