Job Description

Parks Canada
Red Bay (Newfoundland and Labrador)
GL-MAN-03 - Anticipatory term employment. This competition may be used to staff similar term or seasonal positions
$24.26 to $26.37 per hour (Salary Under Review) Closing date: 5 March 2023 - 23:59, Pacific Time Who can apply: Persons residing or employed in Red Bay (NL) and within a 150 kilometer radius of Red Bay (NL), extending to, amongst others, Snug Harbour (NL), Williamsport (NL), Port-Saint-Servan (QC). Apply online

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 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 who have a priority entitlement as defined by the Parks Canada Agency Priority Policy and Guidelines will be considered first.

Persons who have received pay in lieu of unfulfilled surplus period, a Transition Support Measure (TSM) or an Educational Allowance and are re-appointed to the Parks Canada Agency are required to reimburse an amount corresponding to the period from the effective date of such reappointment or hiring, to the end of the original period for which the TSM and education allowance was paid. Please contact Kate Power, A/Human Resources Manager, if you are one of these individuals to find out how this applies to your particular situation.

Persons who are in receipt of a Canadian Government Public Service pension and are considering this employment opportunity with the Parks Canada Agency, should contact the PWGSC Public Service Pension Centre (1-800-561-7930) in order to determine the impact of an appointment on their pension benefit entitlements.

Duties

Provides general maintenance, repair and labour services to support grounds, roads and facilities maintenance; construction and installations; and other general maintenance and repair requirements for the Parks Canada Agency. Positions to be filled: 4

Information you must provide

Your r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9. Contact information for 3 references.

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

Education:
A High School diploma or equivalent or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience. Degree equivalency Essential Experience
Recent experience that would normally be acquired over a six-month period in general labouring tasks which would relate to one or more of: trail construction and maintenance; grounds keeping and landscaping activities; equipment operations; or the trades groups (plumbing, carpentry, painting, mechanical, electrical).

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

English essential Information on language requirements
Essential Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the operation of various gas and diesel fuel equipment or machinery;
• Knowledge of the safety requirements of the various equipment and machinery used at the site;
• Knowledge of the maintenance and construction tasks required for trails and grounds.

Essential Abilities:

• Ability to correctly use and maintain a variety of tools and/or equipment;
• Ability to effectively communicate orally;
• Ability to deal effectively with the fundamental elements of a problem situation;
• Ability to work in a team or group setting.

Essential Personal Suitability:

• Effective Interpersonal Relationships;
• Dependability;
• Judgement;
• Motivation.

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

• Travel by small boat to the work site;
• Must be capable of standing for long periods of time, heavy lifting, climbing, hiking, working outdoors in adverse weather conditions;
• Wearing of appropriate uniforms, safety clothing and equipment.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - required.

• Possession of a valid class 5 driver\'s license OR personal mobility to the extent normally associated with the possession of a valid Driver\'s license within the limits of the Treasury Board Policy

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, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of a visible minority group to self-identify in their cover letter. Information 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. You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Note: Additional information may be requested after closing date for screening and/or assessment purposes.

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.