Metal Fabrication Apprentice

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 special accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Information on accommodation for persons with disabilities

The client organization will accept applications submitted on-line only. To submit an application, please select the button "Apply Online".

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 monitor your email account, including junk folders, for new communication regarding this selection process.

This process will be running collaboratively with the Sheet Metal Apprentice process, 18-DND-EA-ESQ-436014. If interested, please apply on both.

Intent of the process

This advertisement will be used to create a pool from which to hire apprentices.

Apprenticeships are usually four years in duration. The Apprenticing Program trains workers to a high level of certification. Upon successful completion apprentices are entitled to the Fleet Maintenance Facility Cape Breton (FMF CB) Certificate of Apprenticeship; the Provincial Journeyperson's Certificate (where applicable); and Inter- Provincial Certification (where applicable).

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Education:

-Successful completion of secondary school or an acceptable combination of education, training, or experience. (See notes)
-Successful completion of Entry-Level Trade Training (ELTT), Foundations Training, in the metal fabrication trade, or equivalent (Equivalency includes metal fabrication entry level pre-apprenticeship, or acceptable experience working in a metal fabrication shop)

Note: acceptable experience working in a metal fabrication shop is defined as experience normally acquired over a period of 6 months.

Degree equivalency

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

Experience:

-Autocad, or similar drawing program experience
-Drafting experience
-Marine Industry experience
-Computer Numerical Control (CNC) experience
-Welding, burning, and/or plasma cutting experience
-Forklift experience

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:

-Knowledge of basic metal trade topics
-Knowledge of safety practices and procedures within an industrial environment

Abilities:

-Ability to read and comprehend applicable trade-related information
-Ability to communicate effectively
-Ability to demonstrate basic proficiency in the handling of tools used in the trade

Personal Suitability:

-Effective Interpersonal Skills
-Adaptability
-Dependability
-Initiative

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

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Condition(s) of Employment:

-Willing and able to work shifts and overtime
-Willing and able to climb vertical ladders up to 10 meters, and work off staging
-Willing and able to lift and carry a 25 kg load for 50 meters
-Willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment
-Willing and able to work in confined spaces and conduct sea trials on naval vessels
-Eligibility to register with BC Industry Training Authority as a Metal Fabricator apprentice.
-Willing and able to travel

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

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Candidates whose applications are retained for further consideration may be required to travel to attend an interview or for the administration of a test. If you are asked to travel in relation to this appointment process, you should direct any questions you have about travel entitlements to the hiring organization.

Note: May be required to attend a Department of National Defence location to complete a portion of the assessment.

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.