Maintenance Worker II (Anticipatory)

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

We will accept on-line applications received via the Public Service Resourcing System (GCJobs site) or via email at rhugnec-mnsfuhr@pc.gc.ca.

If at any point you are struggling with your application or have questions about what we are asking for, please reach out to one of the contacts listed at the bottom of this poster.

Tips for applicants:
• Please provide complete and thorough details of your education and experience.
• Do not assume that the screening board has any previous knowledge of your background, qualifications, or work history. You must be specific and provide concrete examples/details for each experience element, as applications will be screened only on the information provided.
• Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the competition.

Work environment

Parks Canada is a federal government agency responsible for the protection and presentation of Canada’s outstanding natural and cultural resources through a system of national parks, national marine conservation areas and national historic sites in all regions of Canada.

Intent of the process

STREAM 1: Maintenance Worker II with a focus on general labour

STREAM 2: Maintenance Worker II with a focus on basic carpentry work

Please let us know in your application which stream(s) you are interested in.

This process is intended to fill existing vacancies but may be used to fill anticipated vacancies with the same or similar work description and language requirements, including indeterminate (permanent) and term opportunities, or in different locations.

Preference may be given to qualified candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, visible minority group members or persons with disabilities. As such, we encourage you to self-identify in your application.

Given that the positions are located in Nova Scotia, we encourage members of the African Nova Scotian and Mi’kmaq communities to apply and self-identify.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter "Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter how they meet the Education and Experience criteria listed in the Statement of Qualifications (see below). Applicants must list both of these factors in their cover letter, and then write one or two paragraphs for each demonstrating how they meet these factors by providing concrete examples. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that these factors are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the cover letter. Failure to clearly demonstrate in your cover letter how you meet the Education and Experience factors found on the Statement of Qualifications (see below), may result in the rejection of your application. Normally, applicants will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information."

Contact information for 3 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION - BOTH STREAMS:
Successful completion of secondary school or an equivalent to provincial standards.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE – BOTH STREAMS:
Experience in operating canoes, boats and various types of vehicles.

Experience in the use of chain saws, bush saws, and/or other small gas powered equipment.

Experience in janitorial duties and the use of various cleaning agents and materials.

Experience in general maintenance (trails and small structures).

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE - BOTH STREAMS
Knowledge of safety and work practices for operations on the water as well as remote locations.
General knowledge of basic computer programs.

KNOWLEDGE - STREAM 2 (in addition to the above):
Knowledge of the work methods and procedures used in labour, janitorial, painting and basic carpentry maintenance tasks.
Knowledge of the safe work practices including use of power tools and gas powered equipment.
General knowledge of carpentry and building science.

ABILITIES - BOTH STREAMS:
Ability to operate canoes and boats safely on lakes and rivers.
Ability to carry out normal maintenance tasks involving labour, basic carpentry and painting duties.
Ability to provide service to the public.
Ability to read and understand maps, plans, manuals and drawings.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY - BOTH STREAMS:
Effective communication
Exercises sound judgment
Initiative
Effective interpersonal relations

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Valid First Aid certificate at the standard level.
Willingness to obtain and maintain a valid PCOC (pleasure craft operators certificate).
Willingness to work in all weather conditions normally encountered from April through November in the central inland portion of Nova Scotia.
This position requires the incumbent to work in remote locations.
This position will require regular overnight stays in remote lodging.
Required to physically perform strenuous work and walk extended distances while carrying a load up to 40 kg.
Required to wear a Parks Canada uniform as per the uniform policy.
Required to wear appropriate protective clothing.
Willingness to work overtime, holidays, weekends, after hours.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - A security status screening is undertaken by Parks Canada for candidates who are successful in the competition. Our Human Resource team is available to answer any questions applicants may have on this process and are able to make accommodations during this process if requested.

Required to possess and maintain a valid Province of Nova Scotia Class 5 drivers license.

Will be required to undergo and pass pre-placement and periodic medical checks.

Other information

Parks Canada is committed to the principles of diversity and employment equity under the Employment Equity Act, and strives to ensure that our workforce reflects the diverse nature of Canadian society. We encourage women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of a visible minority group to self-identify in their application.

Information on employment equity: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/employment-equity.html

Please submit your completed application, including all of the above-mentioned documentation. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected.

For tips to navigate the application process step by step, refer to the following site:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GW7P3g9hhI

Parks Canada is committed to advancing reconciliation and renewing the relationship with Indigenous peoples: https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca/eng/1400782178444/1529183710887

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Contact information