Carpenter

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Information on accommodation for persons with disabilities

All job applications must be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System. Only online applications will be considered. Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

All information pertaining to the process will be sent by email. It is therefore your responsibility to verify your email account for new communication regarding this selection process on a regular basis.

All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates.

****Assessments will be conducted at locations of the employer's choice (DFO/CCG offices) and may require candidates to travel to the assessment location. Candidates will be required to pay for their own travel expenses when invited for assessment.

Work environment

Performs all skilled carpentry tasks including rough and finish carpentry.

Conducts site inspections to determine maintenance, modification and/or repair requirements.

Plans and organizes the on-site activities of field construction workers, labourers and/or contractors involved in new construction, repair and maintenance activities.

Ensures that all life cycle maintenance activities for facilities under their control are adequately captured in AMS for the life cycle management of CCG assets.

The work frequently requires physical effort to:

Climb and walk on uneven/slippery terrain, climbing, crouching and standing in awkward and unstable positions. There is often a requirement to work from ladders, suspended work platforms and unstable platforms while holding and operating tools and equipment; maintaining awkward positions while operating tools/equipment; and working in cramped/confined areas for extended periods of time. Towers typically range in height from 2 meters to 42 meters

Lift and carry heavy tools and supplies for varying distances, often over difficult terrain, and load or unload the same from truck canopies, trailers, boats and helicopters.

There is a frequent requirement to conduct work outdoors under adverse or extreme weather conditions, over or near large bodies of water or on cliffs and mountain tops and peaks, on unstable surfaces (floating aids, small crafts) or at heights (ladders, towers) while wearing bulky protective clothing and carrying heavy tools and equipment.

There is often a requirement to travel on board ships or by water craft, all-terrain vehicles, helicopters, and snowmobiles, to transfer onto and off of various marine structures and crafts, from small vessels to shore, and to walk long distances over rough or swampy terrain.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar positions in the Canadian Coast Guard, Atlantic Region.

Candidates should be aware that the assessment process will be conducted under tight deadlines shortly after the closing date of the poster. You will therefore be expected to be available when scheduled for your assessment. Rescheduling will be on an exceptional basis only.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A response to a text question addressing the following:

• Where you are interested in working.
• Length of employment opportunity.

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

• Certificate of qualification as a Red Seal in the carpentry trade.

• Experience in refurbishment and construction of buildings and structures.
• Experience in building concrete forms, and placing and finishing concrete.
• Experience in performing preventive maintenance inspections.
• Experience in the installation of building exterior protective materials.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

• Valid fall protection certificate or rope access certification.
• Valid Marine Radio Operator’s License
• WHMIS and Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate
• Current, valid first aid certificate

• Experience with the use of helicopters for transportation, construction activities, and logistic support.
• Experience in assisting other construction trades.
• Experience in cabinet making.
• Experience in field/remote site operations.

In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to membership in one of the designated employment equity groups: Persons with Disabilities; Visible Minorities; Aboriginals; or Women.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

• Knowledge of employee’s rights and responsibilities under Canada Labour Code Part II.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and equipment that apply at a work site.
• Knowledge of carpenter shop and field safety practices.
• Knowledge of maintenance and operation of portable and stationary power tools.
• Knowledge of safe work practices while working around helicopters.

• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to operate a computer using MS office software (such as Internet Explorer, Word and Outlook) at a Novice level or higher.

• Effective Interpersonal Skills
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Reliability

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

• Valid Health Canada Medical
• Valid Provincial Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Required to climb towers and work at heights in excess of 2.4m.
• Required to travel for extended periods of time to remote sites via; trucks, boats and aircraft.
• Required to work weekends/overtime and travel on short notice.
• Required to access remote sites over rugged terrain and work outdoors in extreme environmental conditions

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 targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Candidates invited to an interview will be required to bring proof of their education
credentials, in the form of a diploma or official transcript (original documents only).

Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency.
Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further
information at http://www.cicic.ca/.

Please note that successful candidates who are eligible for deployment may be given
priority over other qualified candidates.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination
of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

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