Job Description

Parks Canada - Highway Operations Unit


Lake Louise (Alberta)


GL-VHE-10


Term


$37.85 to $41.12 per hour (salary under review)
For further information on the organization, please visit Parks Canada


Start your career with the Highway Operations Team today! Click here to learn more

Closing date: 16 September 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply:

All persons 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.

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Important messages

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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


When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.


Persons who are unable to apply on-line must contact the person listed below prior to the closing date.



In your application, include contact information for 2 references. One reference needs to be a recentdirect supervisor, and the second a past supervisor.
Recent is defined as within the last 5 years.

Duties

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A job that takes your breath away! Start your career with the Highway Operations Team today!



What's in it for you?



Work/life balance -- 4 days on and 3 days off per week! Benefits - Extended medical, dental after 3 months. (for positions 6 months in duration or longer). Pension Plan Guaranteed full time hours. Opportunity to grow and apply to internal positions across the Public Service. The chance to live and work in some of the most iconic mountain environments.


Provides skilled mechanical maintenance, repair and modification of heavy and light vehicles and equipment in a Parks Canada Agency field unit or service center.

Work environment

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Experience what it's like to live and work with the mountains on your doorstep! The Highway Operation Unit spans all through the Mountain National Parks, including Jasper, Banff, Lake Louise/Yoho, Kootenay, and Mount Revelstoke & Glacier. Our employees play a critical role in keeping highways safe and maintained year round.



We offer an engaging work environment with opportunity for growth and advancement. Our diverse teams are made up of drivers, mechanics, welders, and supervisory roles. Become a part of our dynamic team today!

Intent of the process

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The immediate need is to fill a 3-year term vacancy in Lake Louise, AB.



This process may be used to create a list of qualified candidates to staff similar positions with various tenures, security levels, or linguistic profiles in same or other parts of the country.

Positions to be filled:

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Information you must provide

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Your resume.


Contact information for 2 references.

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

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OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION

Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician OR Truck and Transport Mechanic Certified Journeyperson


Occupational certification to be interprovincial or completed in the province of Alberta.
EXPERIENCE

EX1: Experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy duty trucks and equipment.

EX2: Experience in the repair of diesel- and gas-powered engines including internal combustion engines, transmissions, suspensions, electrical, steering, braking, and drive systems.

EX3: Experience in the maintenance and repair of hydraulic systems

EX4: Experience in the maintenance and repair of air brake systems

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

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English essential


Information on language requirements


KNOWLEDGE

K1: Knowledge of preventative maintenance principles, procedures, and regulations.

K2: Knowledge of troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques.

K3: Knowledge of health and safety policies and procedures.


ABILITIES

A1: Ability to read mechanical drawings.

A2: Ability to communicate effectively.

A3: Ability to manage conflicting priorities; to multitask and work under pressure.


PERSONAL SUITABILITY

PS1: Exercises sound judgment.

PS2: Takes responsibility.

PS3: Demonstrates integrity.

PS4: Works well with others

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

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ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:

AQ1: Possession and maintenance of a class 1, 2, or class 3 driver's license


OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires the incumbent to:

Conduct repetitive tasks; Make moderate to heavy physical efforts, including lifting supplies, tools and equipment and standing for prolonged periods.



Moderate is defined as lifting 50 lbs maximum with frequent lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs.

Heavy is defined as lifting 100 lbs maximum with frequent lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs.



Physical Effort:

The work requires working in awkward or confined positions in and under equipment with regular requirements to manipulate heavy objects such as tires, transmissions, transfer boxes, and vehicle attachments. The work requires pulling, pushing, bending, lifting, moving, manipulating and positioning heavy and awkward components and assemblies either by hand or using devices such as slings and other supports. Many objects/components will weigh in excess of 25 kilograms.

Conditions of employment

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Reliability Status security clearance Possession of a valid class 5 drivers license or equivalent Willingness to wear identifier clothing and personal protective equipment; Willingness to travel and/or work in a variety of weather conditions and terrain for extended periods of time; Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays, provincial/territorial holidays and call back or standby duty; Candidates may be required to undergo and meet the requirements for a medical examination/pre-employment medical examinations and periodic medical checks.

Other information

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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


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



Tips for applicants:

When answering application questions, be thorough and provide concrete examples. "See resume" is not considered an acceptable answer. Do not assume that the screening board has any previous knowledge of your background, qualifications, or work history. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the competition. You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be considered for the position. Other qualifications listed as additional or asset are not mandatory to apply. However, these may be considered throughout the assessment process.


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 for individuals who are not Federal Public Servants will not be covered.

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