ASSISTANT FLEET AND SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Important messages

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IMPORTANT MESSAGES

HOW TO APPLY
First have a look at the list of criteria that are required for the job. These are listed in the poster below as essential qualifications and other or asset qualifications. If this position interests you, you can click on the Apply online link.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU CLICK APPLY
You will be asked to answer a series of questions, submit your resume and also answer some screening questions which will allow you to demonstrate how you meet certain qualifications that are required for the job. See below for further instructions on the screening questions.

SCREENING QUESTIONS
During your application, you will be asked to answer screening questions; take the time to answer the questions with as much detail and examples as possible. Be specific about projects you’ve worked on, where (occupational title, organization), when (from, to), what was your role, what were the tasks involved, the actions taken?

Clear and concrete examples are defined as illustrations in which you fully explain the actions, considerations and steps you completed and the final outcome/results, in order to gain the experience you are describing.

Should you indicate in your responses “See my résumé”, “Yes I do”, “I have 5 years’ experience in the field”, “I acquired this experience working at XYZ Store”, “I meet this qualification” or similar statements will not be accepted. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or missing information.

Finally, if the examples you provide speak of experience that was acquired in a team setting, please be specific as to your exact role within this team as it is your experience the board will be looking to assess and not that of your team.

Lack of concrete examples and details may result in your application being rejected.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be placed in the pool of fully qualified candidates and be considered for current or future positions/appointments. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples through your screening question answers that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

ASSET/OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
You do not need to answer the screening questions for the asset or other qualifications. However, if you meet one or more, you are strongly encouraged to answer Asset Qualifications questions in your online application. Not answering them will not result in your application being rejected, but it is noted that they may be used at any stage in the process and may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be considered for an appointment.

COMMUNICATION
All information pertaining to the invitation to tests or interviews will be sent by e-mail. Candidates who participate in this selection process must include an electronic e-mail address which accepts e-mails from unknown users (some e-mail systems block this kind of e-mail). THEREFORE, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO VERIFY YOUR E-MAIL AND/OR PSRS ACCOUNT ON A REGULAR BASIS FOR NEW COMMUNICATION REGARDING THIS SELECTION PROCESS.

Work environment

Transport Canada’s newly established Innovation Center is seeking motivated, energetic and passionate individuals who wish to have an impact in the Canadian transportation landscape and be part of our innovative team. We are seeking to develop our capacity in the areas of on road and track testing projects which will provide critical support to all of the Centre’s testing activities. Reporting to the Manager, eTV Program, the new Assistant Fleet and Service Technician will be participating in on road and track test campaigns as well as providing logistical services to the Innovation Center.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to fill one indeterminate (permanent) position.
A pool of qualified candidates may be created and may be used to fill similar positions of various tenures (indeterminate, term, acting appointment, assignment, secondment) within Transport Canada.

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
ED: Successful completion of secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
EX1: Experience driving automatic and manual transmission vehicles including light and heavy duty trucks.

EX2: Experience in working in a garage environment.

EX3: Experience doing light maintenance, i.e. oil changes, and tire changes/rotation.

EX4: Experience in filling out daily log books for hours of service and inspection.

EX5: Experience driving commercial vehicles in Canada and United States.

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

CC1: Valid motorcycle driving license (M class or equivalent)

ASSET QUALIFICATION

AEX1: Experience driving advanced technologies light and heavy duty vehicles.

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

English or French

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
K1: Knowledge of techniques of preparing, transporting or shipping vehicles.
K2: Knowledge of the Mandate of the ecoTECHNOLOGY for Vehicles Program.
K3: Knowledge of the principles of carrying out routine inspections on light and heavy duty vehicles.
K4: Knowledge of the Canadian and American hours of service regulations for driving commercial vehicles.
K5: Knowledge of advanced technology vehicles, i.e. electric vehicles, alternative fuels vehicles, compressed gas vehicles.

ABILITIES
A1: Ability to prioritize.
A2: Ability to communicate effectively orally.
A3: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY
PS1: Initiative
PS2: Dependability
PS3: Team player
PS4: Judgment

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
The organization remains committed to its obligations in terms of employment equity gaps.

Conditions of employment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Security Clearance: Reliability

Must be willing and able to work overtime, sometimes on short notice

Must be willing and able to travel in Canada and the Unites States

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for light duty vehicles (Class G or equivalent)

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for a heavy duty trucks, school and coach bus (class ABC or equivalent) for driving in Canada and the United States

Must have the air brakes certification (Z or equivalent)

Must be able and willing to work on occasion in varied terrain and weather conditions.

Must be able and willing to wear personal protection equipment.


N.B. :
Applicants must meet and maintain the above condition(s) of employment throughout their employment.

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

A written examination, an interview and a reference check may be part of the candidates' assessment.

You will be required to provide proof of your education credentials later in the process. If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. This will enable you to provide proof of Canadian equivalency when applying for a job in the public service. The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC) assists persons who wish to obtain an assessment of their educational, professional, and occupational credentials by referring them to the appropriate organizations The CICIC can be contacted at www.cicic.ca

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language(s) in their application.

To submit an application on-line, please select the button "Apply Online" below.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

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.