Job Description

Parks Canada - Pukaskwa National Park


Heron Bay (Ontario)


GL-MAN-05 (B2) - Permanent year-round position


$29.20 to $31.73 per hour ((under review)+ 6.5% Supervisory Differential and Isolated Post Allowance.)
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Closing date: 15 October 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply:

In recognition of park establishment commitments, members of the following First Nation Communities may apply:

Animbiigoo Zaagi'igan Anishinaabek - Lake Nipigon; Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek - Sand Point; Biigtigong Nishnaabeg; Fort William First Nation; Michipicoten First Nation; Long Lake #58 First Nation; Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek - Rocky Bay; Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg; Pays Plat First Nation; Red Rock Indian Band; Whitesand First Nation; Kiashke Zaaging Anishinaabek - Gull Bay; Namaygoosisagagun First Nation.



Applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their application.

Apply online

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


In addition, preference may be given to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, visible minorities, or persons with disabilities. As such, we encourage you to self-identify in your application.



How to Apply:



1. Online

a. Visit the GC jobs website (https://www.canada.ca/en/services/jobs/opportunities/government.html) and search for the following process number:2025-CAP-PUK-EA-IND-38

b. Complete the online application and answer the online screening questions



2. By Email

a. Send in your resume and cover letter to rhugon-nofuhr@pc.gc.ca

b. In your email, please indicate you're applying on the process: 2025-CAP-PUK-EA-IND-38



3. In Person

a. Visit the Pukaskwa National Park Administration office and drop off your resume in person with one of the Parks Canada staff.



Questions/for more information: leave a message at 807-229-0801 and someone will return your call as soon as possible, or email: rhugon-nofuhr@pc.gc.ca

Duties

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Working supervisor of a team up to five workers responsible for basic maintenance and cleaning of park facilities. Supervising includes scheduling, leave approval, workflow, assigning tasks, ensuring safety protocols are followed, monitoring quality standards and providing feedback to team members.



Duties also include organizing, preparing and conducting semi-skilled and general maintenance and repairs to maintain facilities, structures, equipment, machinery, infrastructure, utilities, and other assets. As the lead hand for the maintenance of front country grounds, trails, trail structures, parking lots, roadways, campsites, staff and visitor facilities, and comfort stations in Pukaskwa National Park, troubleshooting and effective problem-solving are essential.




The work also includes fleet management and completing compliance inspections on all building systems, estimating time and materials, and completing works orders.

Work environment

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Pukaskwa National Park is a vast, wild, natural playground found on the edge of the world's largest freshwater lake. It is a place where powerful waves collide with rugged, towering coastlines; a place of endless sunsets over sandy driftwood beaches. A place where everyone can catch a glimpse of the rich traditions, values and contemporary life of the Anishinaabe.



Do you want to explore new challenges in your career, discover your full potential and help strengthen a world-class organization? Then become part of the team at Parks Canada, an internationally renowned agency dedicated to protecting Canada's natural, historical and cultural treasures and presenting them for the world to appreciate and enjoy.



Top 6 reasons to work for Parks Canada:
? Work-life balance

Paid vacation and leave

Training and professional development

? Working in beautiful locations

Diverse and inclusive workplaces

Contribution to public service

Intent of the process

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This process will be used to staff 1 vacant position.




This process may also be used to create a list of qualified candidates to staff similar positions with various tenures, security levels, or linguistic (profiles OR requirements) in the same or other parts of the Northern Ontario Field Unit.

Positions to be filled:

1

Information you must provide

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Your resume.


A covering letter "demonstrating how you meet the Experience qualifications (see below "Tips for Candidates" in "Other information (notes))."


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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EDUCATION

A high school or vocational diploma, or an acceptable combination of formal education, training and experience.


Degree equivalency


EXPERIENCE

??Experience in leading, organizing, preparing and conducting semi-skilled and general maintenance, repair, building and installation services in a team environment


??Experience in operation and maintenance of grounds machinery and tools

??Experience in building and fleet maintenance, and code compliance inspection

??Experience in supervising staff and students

??Experience in the use of computers and programs (Outlook, Word and Excel)

??Experience in maintaining work records

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

?? Knowledge of Indigenous history, culture, and heritage of Northwestern Ontario


?? Knowledge of workplace safety and safe work practices (i.e. WHMIS, Canada Labour Code)


ABILITIES

??Monitor quality standards and the work of team members

?? Identify and solve problems

??Must be physically capable of performing manual labor, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling heavy objects weighing up to 40 pounds or more


PERSONAL SUITABILITY

??Exercises sound judgment

??Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing

??Personally, connects with people

??Takes responsibility; dependable

??Makes things happen, takes initiative

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

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OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENT

??Will be required to successfully complete on-the-job safety courses and training, as required (e.g. Trained Water Operator certificate, WHMIS, OHS, First Aid, etc.)

??Will be required to wear a Parks Canada uniform and prescribed protective equipment

??Will be required to work and/or travel in varied terrain and weather conditions

??Will be required to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends, and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays, when required

Conditions of employment

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??Obtain and maintain Reliability Security Status

??Possess and maintain a valid Class G driver's license

??Complete a pre-employment medical (and periodic medical assessments)

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


The Parks Canada team is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers (2025).



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.



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.



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.



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

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