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Parks Canada Hiring For POTENTIAL NEEDS : Mechanic (GL-VHE-10) at Havre-Saint-Pierre, QC Full Time
Parks Canada – Mingan Field Unit
Havre-Saint-Pierre (Québec), Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve of Canada (Québec)
GL-VHE-10
*POTENTIAL NEEDS* Indefinite seasonal duration. Exceptionally for 2023, employment period between October and July with possibility of extension.
$32.80 to $35.64 per hour (salary under review – *added to the salary some isolated post allowances)
Havre-Saint-Pierre (Québec), Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve of Canada (Québec)
GL-VHE-10
*POTENTIAL NEEDS* Indefinite seasonal duration. Exceptionally for 2023, employment period between October and July with possibility of extension.
$32.80 to $35.64 per hour (salary under review – *added to the salary some isolated post allowances)
For further information on the organization, please visit Parks Canada
Closing date: 12 April 2023 – 23:59, Pacific Time
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WHO CAN APPLY?
Persons employed or residing within a 250 kilometers radius of Havre-Saint-Pierre, who have a legal status to work in Canada. Please indicate in your application the reason for which you are entitled to work in Canada: Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status or work permit.
The distance between your residence or your employment location and the position location will be determined using data provided by the Natural Resources Canada, Geomatic’s Canada Website. For information on how to use this website, please visit: http://www.nrcan.gc.ca/earth-sciences/geography/place-names/10786
Some additional benefits of working for the Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve:
1.In addition to your base salary, you may receive annual isolated post allowances as well as vacation travel assistance (VTA) once a year to help you travel on vacation outside the isolated post. The amount allocated is variable;
2.Opportunities for career development and advancement within the department;
3.Training opportunities;
4. Advantageous pension regime and health benefits. For more information, see: https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/topics/pension-plan.html and https://www.pshcp.ca/
5. Relative to operational requirements, possibility of flexible hours and compressed work weeks.
Duties
Provides skilled mechanical maintenance, repair and modification of heavy and light vehicles and equipment in a Parks Canada Agency field unit.
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.
Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve:
Do you dream of open spaces, fresh air and of escaping from everyday life in a spectacular location? Come to the Mingan Archipelago! Discover the islands from Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan to Aguanish. Admire what nature has best to offer: spectacular scenery where the sparkling Gulf of Saint-Laurent, fragile rock formations, a rich avian diversity and exceptional vegetation come together. Surrender yourself to the enchantment of the grandiose landscapes of this unusual space. Come create your unforgettable moments in the heart of the Mingan Islands!
The Parks Canada team working at the National Park Reserve of the Archipelago Mingan includes 20 employees nearly 50 people in the summer. The fieldwork, exclusively on islands, requires travel which is provided by Parks Canada boat operators. Departures are from the marina of Havre-Saint-Pierre or Mingan.
Intent of the process
Potential needs : This process will be used to create a list of qualified candidates on a temporary or permanent basis.
Positions to be filled: 1
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.”
In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)
EDUCATION :
College diploma in mechanics OR a professional diploma in mechanics with two years of related experience within the last five years OR five years of related experience within the last ten years.
Degree equivalency
The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)
French essential
Information on language requirements
KNOWLEDGE :
- Knowledge of the principles of repair and overhaul of heavy equipment, diesel engines, fuel systems, axle drive units, starter motors, alternators, air brake systems, hydraulic components, electronic servo systems ;
- Knowledge of safety measures and regulations common to garage operations ;
- Knowledge of equipment and machinery used in the shop or for Parks Canada operations.
HABILITIES :
- Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, sketches and manuals related to the trade ;
- Ability to troubleshoot, analyze defects and recommend and implement corrective measures ;
- Ability to perform minor and major mechanical, electrical and hydraulic maintenance and repairs ;
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY :
- Exercises sound judgement ;
- Pay attention to detail ;
- Takes responsibility.
The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Required to work shifts and/or weekends and federal and provincial statutory holidays ;
- Required to wear the Parks Canada uniform as per the Parks Canada dress policy ;
- Required to work and/or travel in a variety of terrain, weather conditions, remote locations and by various means of transportation, including the possibility of sleeping in the backcountry ;
- Travel to work location by own means.
Conditions of employment
- Obtain and maintain security clearance
- Hold a valid class 5 driver’s licence
- May require a pre-placement medical, as per the Isolated Post Policy (personal health declaration).
Other information
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Information on employment equity
HOW TO APPLY?
We accept on-line applications received via the jobs.gc.ca site.
You can also submit your application:
By email : [email protected]
By fax : 418-538-3595
By mail : 1340 rue de la Digue, Havre-Saint-Pierre QC, GOG 1P0
Following are some of the benefits associated with applying on-line.
- Applicants can create a profile and a resume that can be used when applying for other processes without having to recreate a new application each time.
- Applicants can modify their application/resume at any time BEFORE the closing date indicated on the job advertisement.
- Applicants can verify the status of their applications, at any time.
- Applicants can be notified electronically of tests or interviews and results.
- For some jobs, applicants will find important information, namely the job questionnaire and a complete statement of merit criteria that are only available when applying on-line.
To submit an application on-line, please select the button “Apply Online” above.
For tips to navigate the application process step by step, refer to the following site: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GW7P3g9hhI.
Please submit your completed application, including all of the above-mentioned documentation. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected.
The Parks Canada Agency is established as a separate employer in the Federal Public Service under the Financial Administration Act. Persons appointed to the Agency continue to be part of the Public Service. The Parks Canada Agency operates under its own human resources framework outside of the Public Service Employment Act and in line with values of fairness, competence and respect, and its operating principles.
In accordance with paragraph 8(2)(a) of the Privacy Act, information or material, whether provided directly by the candidate or otherwise obtained by the selection board, used during the selection process for the purpose of assessing a candidate may be used as part of the selection review and recourse processes. Such relevant information may be provided to third parties, such as other candidates or their representatives, who have a legitimate reason to be aware of that information.
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
Travel cost related to the competition will be covered only for Federal Public Servants.
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
