Anticipatory - Maintenance Worker III - Supervisor

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Duties

Plans, supervises, and leads a maintenance team in a Parks Canada Agency field unit.

Provides semi-skilled and general maintenance, repair, building, and installation services for the Parks Canada Agency.

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.

Located in Honey Harbour, ON., Georgian Bay Islands National Park and Beausoleil Island National Historic Site, along with their trusted partners, are proud ambassadors of the world’s largest freshwater archipelago along southeastern Georgian Bay. Located a few hours drive from the Greater Toronto Area, the park and historic site welcome thousands of visitors each year, who come for inspiration, recreation, and to connect with nature.

Intent of the process

This process is intended to fill anticipated GL-MAN-05 (B2) – Maintenance Supervisor vacancy(ies). This process may be used to create a list of qualified candidates to staff similar position (s) with various tenures, security levels and/or language requirements.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 3 references.

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

EDUCATION:

Secondary school diploma OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

• Recent and significant** experience performing various semi-skilled tasks such as: carpentry, plumbing, road and facility maintenance
• Recent and significant** experience in operating equipment such as marine vessels, riding lawn mowers, chainsaws, tractors, skid steers, and snow mobiles.
• Recent and significant** experience conducting and/or overseeing the operation and maintenance of potable water distribution systems and wastewater systems in accordance with provincial and federal regulations.
• Recent and significant** experience conducting and/or overseeing the operation and maintenance of marine dock systems including but not limited to installation, removal, maintenance, and adjustment of docks, dock ramps, and dock chains and anchors.
• Experience in the use of computers and computer programs (Word, Excel)
• Experience in providing leadership, supervision and direction to work crews, and reviewing work crew performance.

Recent and significant ** are defined as a minimum of two (2) years work experience, acquired outside of school, within the last five (5) years

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of Georgian Bay Islands National Park’s general operations, facilities, and public offer

ABILTIES:

• Ability to supervise and motivate work crews
• Ability to interpret work instructions, shop drawings, plans and/or specifications;
• Ability to plan and prioritize a varied workload
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems independently and propose corrective measures
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Thinking things through
• Working effectively with others
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented

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

EDUCATION:

• Successful completion of post-secondary school courses related to building or mechanical maintenance or small engine repair.

Degree equivalency

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Certification in Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP) and Marine Emergency Duties (MED) A3
• Certification in Chainsaw use
• Operation of Small Drinking Water Systems – “Trained Person” certification through the Walkerton Clean Water Centre

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in the operation of marine vessels
• Experience in developing and/or managing two of the following: work plans, cost estimates, specifications, purchase orders and/or service acquisitions.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform when required;
• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays, when required;
• Willingness to undergo and pass pre-placement and periodic medical checks, *may be required depending on the position*.
• Willingness to work and/or travel in varied terrain containing wildlife (such as bear, snakes)
• Willingness to work and/or travel in varied weather conditions, isolated locations and by various means of transportation;
• Willing to obtain a valid PCOC card (Pleasure Craft Operators Card)
• Committed to personal and job safety before proceeding with a task
• Applies safe work practices and supervisory input to perform tasks safely.
•Must be willing to obtain and maintain first aid certification

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - • Obtain and maintain Reliability Status security clearance.

• Must possess and maintain a minimum Class G drivers licence.

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

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, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of a visible minority group to self-identify in their cover letter.


HOW TO APPLY

You must apply online.

1. ONLINE SCREENING QUESTIONS
All candidates must clearly demonstrate in the online screening questions how they meet the education and experience factors listed in both the essential and asset qualifications listed.

2. RESUMES
Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the screening questions and/ or email - as appropriate.

3. REFERENCES
Three (3) references are required, including one from a recent* supervisor.
Recent* is defined as within the past two years.

4. CURRENT POSITION (FOR Government of Canada Employees) (if applicable)
Please identify clearly your substantive group and level and your employment status on your resume and/or application and/or email.

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. Provide concrete examples of WHEN, WHERE & HOW.

Failure to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Education and Experience factors may result in the rejection of your application.

Normally, applicants will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.

Candidates will be asked to provide proof of their education credentials at a later date.

ASSESSMENT

∙ An interview will be administered
∙ A written assessment may be adminstered
∙ Reference checks will be sought

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Parks Canada Agency considers applications from all individuals who have 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.

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

Contact information

Apply online