News
Pot Hole Patching Now November 21, 2023
- Published: November 15, 2023
**There have been some slight changes to this schedule**
On Tuesday, November 21, 2023, the Public Works team will start pothole patching throughout the town, Please see dates and locations.
Tuesday, November 21st- Main Street and Pugwash Road.
Wednesday, November 22nd- Lower Main Street, Water Street, and Birchwood Road.
Thursday, November 23rd- Side streets throughout town.
We will do our best to capture as many potholes as we can.
Thank you everyone
Additional Water Repair Water Street Nov 15, 2023
- Published: November 14, 2023
Message from Public Works:
The Oxford Public Works team will be repairing an additional water break on Water Street on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, beginning around 7:30 AM.
Water interruptions should be expected in the areas of Waverly Street, Smith Street, Jackson Street, James Street, Ellis Street, and surrounding areas.
There will be a detour in place. Detour signs will be at the corner of Main and Water Streets and the corner of Waverly and Water Streets.
We thank everyone for their patience.
Water repair Waverly Street today, November 14, 2023
- Published: November 14, 2023
Message from Public Works:
The Oxford Public Works team will be repairing an emergency water break on Waverly Street.
Repairs are estimated to begin around 7:30 AM. Waverly Street will be closed from the intersection of Ellis and Waverly and Water and Waverly Streets.
Water interruptions should be expected in the areas of Waverly Street, Ellis Street, Prince William Street, and surrounding areas.
We thank everyone for their patience.
What goes Where? Electronics Recycling
- Published: November 10, 2023
What Goes Where? Electronic Recycling.
Recycling Centres for End of Life Electronics can be found on the Recycle my Electronics website - https://recyclemyelectronics.ca
Little River Road Water Line Replacement November 6, 2023
- Published: November 3, 2023
Message from Public Works:
Little River Road Water Line Replacement - Monday, November 6, 2023.
On Monday, November 6th the Oxford Public Works team will be installing a new water line on Little River Road.
Please note that traffic signs will be in place. Please use caution in the area.
The following civic addresses should expect water interruptions throughout the day.
6685 Little River Road
6667 Little River Road
6655 Little River Road
6637 Little River Road
The Oxford Public Works team thanks everyone for their patience while these improvements are being made.
Foundry Street - water break repair - November 2, 2023
- Published: November 2, 2023
Message from Public Works:
The public works team will be repairing a water break on Foundry Street tomorrow, November 03, 2023, starting at 7:30 AM.
Traffic signs will be in place. Please use caution in the area.
Civic addresses of 294 to 14 Foundry Street should expect water service interruptions throughout the day. Thank you for your patience.
Transfer Site Attendant and Operator/Labourer Job Description
- Published: November 1, 2023
pdf Transfer Site and Public Works Job Description November 2023 (122 KB)
We are Hiring! Join our TEAM
- Published: November 1, 2023
Town of Oxford Employment Opportunity
Transfer Station Site Attendant and Operator/Labourer
The Town of Oxford is now accepting applications for a Transfer Station Site Attendant and Operator/Labourer.
It would be required for the successful candidate to work 3 days per week as a Transfer Station Site Attendant and 2 days per week with Public Works as an Operator/Labourer.
Preferred candidates would have:
Grade 12, G.E.D
Class 3 or 5 driver’s license
Experience in delivery of municipal services
Experience on asphalt and snow removal
In addition, possessing credentials in traffic control, WHMIS, heavy equipment certification, trenching, fall arrest, confined space, confined space rescue, and trained with using multi gas detectors would be an asset.
Additional critical skills required is excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
Note: The qualifications are not intended to limit the opportunities for interested candidates but provide the candidates with an understanding of the level of expertise required in this position.
A copy of the Job Description can be found on the Town of Oxford website www.oxfordns.ca .
Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter outlining their relevant skills, knowledge, and experience for this position.
Applications should be clearly marked “Transfer Station Site Attendant and Operator/Labourer”, and will be accepted until 3:00 pm on Thursday, November 23, 2023.
Click this link for the job description: pdf Transfer Site and Public Works Job Description November 2023 (122 KB)
Please forward all applications to:
Linda Cloney, CAO
105 Lower Main Street
Oxford, NS B0M 1P0
We appreciate all expressions of interest for this position, however; only those applicants receiving an interview will be contacted.
