General Duty and Relief Instructor

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

When submitting your application, you will have to answer questions regarding the education and experience requirements. You MUST CLEARLY DEMONSTRATE with specific examples how you meet these requirements. You will need to specify the exact period (month/year to month/year) and to provide sufficient information to allow the selection committee to assess the depth and breadth of experience in terms of qualifications sought. It is NOT sufficient to only state that you possess theexperience or to only provide a listing of current or pastresponsibilities. Information provided throughout your application MUST BE SUPPORTED IN YOUR RESUME. You do not need to provide a covering letter. Failure to provide this information in the requested format will result in your application being rejected.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates will be created following this process, and may be used to staff similar equivalent or lower level positions for indeterminate appointments, term appointments, acting appointments, casual, deployments, assignments and secondments.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION

A secondary school diploma or a satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

Experience controlling an inventory.

Experience supervising workers

Experience* and/or training in the operations, repair and/or maintenance of building architectural/structural components (such as heating, air conditioning, ventilation, plumbing and electrical systems normally associated with Building Operator Maintainer A or certification as a 4th Class Stationary Engineer, and complimentary experience in the maintenance of small buildings)

*Minimum 1 year experience in the last 3 years.

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

EDUCATION

Graduation from a recognized college (2 years minimum) in a related field.

Post Secondary - Certificate program associated with Building and/or Facility system maintenance or acceptable equivalent.

Applicable Provincial certification required to perform the duties of the position.

Certification in a relevant trade.

Possession of valid Fall Protection Certification.

Possession of valid Confined Space Certification.

Possession of valid WHMIS Certification.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

Experience working in a correctional environment.

Experience in the use of hydraulic press brakes, sheet metal sheers and welding equipment.

Experience* operating powered lift equipment with up to 7,000-pound capacity.

*Minimum of 1 year experience in the last 3 years.

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

Various language requirements
Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB: Dorchester
English Essential: Dorchester, Springhill, and Renous

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of regulations which impact on facilities and equipment maintenance and construction (as related to the position).

Knowledge of workplace health and safety.

ABILITIES

Ability to use and provide instruction on the safe use of tools and equipment necessary for the work of the position.

Ability to resolve operational issues related to facilities management.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Ability to communicate effectively orally.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

Team Player

Attention to detail

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

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be willing to work overtime and flexible hours.

Must possess a valid provincial driver’s license, with the appropriate endorsements.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Must be able to work and lift tools, equipment and objects weighing at lease 50 lbs.

Must be able to work in a 24/7 environment.

Must have a valid driver license.

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 designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

Preference

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