Mechanic / Operator

Important messages

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Assessment accommodation

***VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: It is the responsibility of the candidate to clearly outline that they meet each of the screening criteria (i.e. Operational Certification(s) and Experience Qualifications, both Essential and Assets). Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that the requirement is met or to provide a listing of current responsibilities, rather the candidate must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the requirement. Failure to do so could result in the application being rejected from the process.

Please carefully read the "Other Information" section of this advertisement as there is important information regarding your application.

Duties

Here are examples of the Key Activities linked to this position:

- Operates various types of heavy and light equipment in order to assess their operating condition.
- Performs preventive maintenance and inspects, repairs and overhauls all heavy and light duty power generating equipment.
- During winter months*, operates snow removal equipment to assist with the removal of snow, ice, water and other contaminants from all airport surfaces both air and ground side.

* Limited vacation from October to April.

Work environment

Help Canada's transportation system by doing meaningful work that makes a
real difference to Canadians. You will receive an attractive compensation
package that includes:
- Fair salary;
- Medical, dental and pension benefits; and
- Paid vacation and other types of leave.

Intent of the process

The results of this selection process will be used to staff a position on an indeterminate basis (permanent). A pool of candidates will be established and may used to staff future needs on a temporary or permanent basis.

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)

OCCUPATION CERTIFICATION
Journeyman's Heavy Equipment Repair Certificate

EXPERIENCE
Experience in the operation and repair of heavy equipment and hydraulic systems.

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

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Willing and able to work shift work as well as weekends.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES
- Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical issues with heavy and light duty equipment/vehicles.
- Ability to carry out routine maintenance and repairs on equipment.
- Ability to carry out snow clearing duties.
- Ability to keep a work and maintenance logbook.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally.

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES
- Alertness
- Thoroughness
- Dependability
- Working effectively with others

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

ASSET OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
Radio/Telephone Operator’s Certificate (aeronautical).

Conditions of employment

- Security Clearance: Reliability
- Possession of an acceptablea valid driver’s licence, class 5 with the following endorsements: Air brake with brake adjustment (9a)

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

In addition to the hourly rate of pay, the positions in St. Anthony NL are subject to an Environmental Allowance and a Living Cost Differential as per the as per the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive:

ENVIRONMENTAL ALLOWANCE:
- Employee with dependants: $2.84 per hour
- Employee without dependants: $1.71 per hour

FUEL AND UTILITIES DIFFERENTIAL:
- Employee with dependants: $0.30 per hour
- Employee without dependants: $0.18 per hour

The hourly rates listed above are applicable to those employees whose scheduled hours of work are 40 per week.

For those employees whose scheduled hours of work are other than 40 per week, the hourly rate shall be determined by dividing the annual rate listed above by 52.176 and then dividing the result by the scheduled weekly hours of work for a full-time employee, as indicated in the relevant collective agreement or compensation plan.

For this selection process, our intention is to communicate with applicants by e-mail for assessment purposes. Candidates must include a valid email address in their application. It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure that this address is functional and that it accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). It is recommended to include an alternate email address in your profile. It is also the candidate's responsibility to ensure accurate information is provided and updated as required.

Candidates invited to an interview will be required to bring proof of their occupational certification(s).

Your application and your answers to the screening questions may be used to assess your ability to communicate effectively in writing.

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.