Coordinate winter road communications as a Baseperson I in Sydney River, using dispatch, radio systems, and customer service skills. This temporary backfill supports Zone 1.

The Government of Nova Scotia Department of Public Works seeks a Baseperson I for a 17-week Winter Works Period. You will coordinate communications, dispatch resources, monitor conditions, and support highway maintenance operations. The work includes shift coverage, nights, and weekends.

Key Responsibilities:

- Receive and record calls and activities at the maintenance base
- Monitor weather and update the electronic Road Condition Reporting System
- Dispatch operators to proper plow routes
- Track equipment locations through radio contact and AVL technology




- Maintain winter activity logs and support emergency response procedures

Requirements:

- Some high school and two years of related experience
- Experience with heavy equipment, construction, and operational radio systems
- Computer skills including Windows, spreadsheets, data entry, and email
- Geographical knowledge supporting staff and public inquiries
- Availability for shift work, nights, weekends, and outside conditions

Apply dispatch, communication, organizational, and customer service skills supporting winter maintenance operations in Sydney River.

📌 Baseperson I Dispatch Coordinator Sydney River
🏢 The Government of Nova Scotia
📍 Sydney River