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Many snow plow operators have not had a break in almost two weeks. We’ve received lots of snow and challenging weather conditions clocking lots of hours on trucks! It was on a similar evening, 5 years ago today when Berwick Firefighters were alerted to plow truck fully involved on the Oxbow outside Somerset. Thankfully the […]
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Operators have been working around the clock over the last week contending with challenging weather conditions! Rapid drop in temperatures early this morning is making for slippery roads across the valley. Take your time if your commuting and ensure you give our plows lots of space to work safely. Adrian J.
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Department of Public Works operating along Ben Phinney Road in Forest Glade this evening. I am personally thankful for all the operators who have been working around the clock, trying to keep our roads in good condition. They can’t be everywhere and they can only do as much as they can with the cold weather […]
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The Department of Public Works bridge crew in Kings County has been working hard to replace a bridge along Greenfield Road in Greenfield. The new bridge has been designed with concrete footings and one phase of the concrete was poured yesterday! Despite there not being any water flowing through the area due to drought conditions, […]
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The Nova Scotia Department of Public Works are hiring operators for the 2025/2026 season. If you have a Class 3 licence with air-brake endorsement and a clean driving record, maybe this job could be for you! For full details and to apply: www.novascotia.ca/winter-equipment-operator Local job fairs coming up next week in Annapolis, Hants & Kings […]
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“More than 40 of our staff are helping out with the Long Lake wildfire. We’re clearing brush, maintaining road closures and using our tankers to bring water to fire crews and fuel to emergency responders. We hope to have three more tankers there in the next few days.” From Nova Scotia Department of Public Works.
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The Nova Scotia Department of Public Works paint line crew was busy along Highway 101 between Greenwich and Hantsport today. It was quite remarkable to see the influx of traffic that was traveling along the highway while snapping photos of the work. I guess you really don’t notice how much traffic is coming and going […]
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It’s that time of year that our provincial paint line crews are out working to ensure our road lines are visible! It’s a great reminder to be patient, proceed with caution and take your time while working around these operators. Each year they tag on hundreds of thousands of kilometres, re-painting roads after the winter […]
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Every spring, Department of Public Works grader operators across Nova Scotia, like Dumont Richard’s, work to maintain gravel and dirt roads across Nova Scotia. Each year I highlight this work, ensuring those in our communities operate safely around our operators! Grading begins this time of year after the winter works season is over. Now […]
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Over the last month I’ve had the opportunity to document the Miller Lake Mechanical Branch in Halifax County. It has been a pleasure to meet with many great employees, learn a lot about the branch and the different occupations that are available on site. Thank you to everyone who welcomed me with open arms. Special […]
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