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.
Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard are stronger and most effective when we reflect the diversity of the Canadian population we serve. In support of achieving a diversified workforce, first consideration may be given to candidates self-declaring as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and Women. As part of your application to this selection process, we invite you to self-declare which employment equity group(s) you belong to. To learn more, visit our website on https://www.canada.ca/en/services/jobs/opportunities/government/self-declaring-government-canada-jobs.html
Stream 1 : Building Operator/Maintainer : GL-MAM-08
Stream 2 : General Maintenance, Building & Grounds : GL-MAM-10
This selection process could be used to staff similar positions with various tenures, linguistic profiles, various security requirements, various conditions of employment, etc.
Positions to be filled: Number to be determined
Your résumé.
EDUCATION
Stream 1 & 2:
Acceptable combination of training and experience in Facility Maintenance; OR
Provincial certification at the Journeyman level in a building trades; OR
Possession of valid Stationary Engineer/Refrigeration ticket; OR
Successful completion of a building System Technician diploma or equivalent; OR
Diploma in Instrumentation and Controls in building systems.
EXPERIENCES
Stream 1 & 2:
Experience using Microsoft Office Applications such as Outlook and Excel.
Stream 1:
Experience in a Building/Facility Preventive Maintenance program.
Experience with AutoCAD and interpreting drawings of mechanical systems such as piping and pump schematics.
Stream 2:
Experience in providing operation, technical and maintenance services for office or commercial facilities.
Experience in participation on teams for delivery of maintenance management services and operations.
Experience in supervision of staff and/or contractors and/or multi trade teams in conducting preventive maintenance.
EXPERIENCES (ASSET)
Stream 1 & 2:
Experience with Renewable Energy methods and techniques.
Experience with Contract Administration Regulations and procedures.
Stream 1:
Experience with Building Automations Systems (BAS).
Experience with Geothermal heating and cooling system.
Experience with Variable Frequency Drives and associated Motor Controls.
Stream 2:
Experience with Geothermal heating and cooling system.
Experience with Federal and Provincial Environmental Regulations.
ORGANIZATIONAL NEED
Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard are committed to establishing and maintaining a workforce representative of the population it serves. In order to achieve this representative workforce, preference may be given to candidates who, at the time of application, indicate that they are belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups (self-declaration): Indigenous peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and Persons with Disabilities.
English essential
Information on language requirements
KNOWLEDGE
Stream 1& 2:
Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, repair, upkeep and minor improvements of buildings and related systems.
Knowledge of Safety principles related to the use, handling and storage of chemicals and hazardous materials (WHMIS).
Knowledge of building systems, such as heating ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, civil infrastructure.
COMPETENCIES
Stream 1 & 2:
Create Vision and Strategy
Uphold integrity and Respect
Mobilize People
Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
Achieve Results
Promote Innovation and Guide Change
ABILITY
Stream 1 & 2:
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to develop and plan an implementation schedule for Preventive Maintenance programs.
Ability to carry out minor repairs and adjustments to building systems and associated equipment.
Stream 2:
Ability to manage human resources issues.
Ability to monitor and inspect work by staff and contractors.
Stream 1 & 2:
Reliability Security Clearance.
Possession of a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
Must be able to be on call (rotational basis) and respond to emergency calls to work outside normal hours.
Must be able to work overtime.
Ability to lift over 50 lb.
Physical ability to climb up and down a ladder, as well as to work inside or outside closed spaces or confined areas.
Wearing required personal protection equipment.
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
You can contact the Public Service Commission of Canada's support centre by selecting the "Contact Us" link below, in the left corner of this window, or by calling 1-888-780-4444.
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position. A candidate may be appointed to a position even though he/she does not meet any or all the asset qualifications or operational requirements. However, meeting these criteria is desirable and may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed.
All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to the conclusion of the process, may be considered in the assessment of any essential or asset qualifications, including the ability to communicate in writing and orally.
Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent.
For this appointment process, our intention is to communicate with candidates by email for assessment purposes (including sending invitations for written tests and interviews). Candidates who apply to this selection process must include, in their application, a valid e-mail address and make sure that this address is always functional and accepts messages from unknown users (some e-mail systems block these types of e-mail). If you do not wish to receive your results by e-mail, it is your responsibility to inform us.
Please note that candidates can be eliminated by the Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS) based on PSRS screening questions.
Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.
Information on the preference to veterans
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
We are committed to hiring military and Veteran spouses and encourage you to identify your connection with the MSEN when reaching out to us or applying to any of our open roles.
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