Central Heating Plant Shift Engineer

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 also have to answer questions regarding the education and experience requirements. You must clearly demonstrate by answering the online screening questions. It is not sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to only provide a listing of current or past responsibilities.

- You must clearly explain how you acquired each qualification by giving concrete examples. Information on your described education and experience in the screening questions must be supported in your resume. Failure to provide the above information in the format required may result in your application being eliminated from the process.

- The ability to communicate effectively in writing will be assessed through the screening questions and correspondence.

Intent of the process

The initial intent of this process is to staff two (2) indeterminate position at Canadian Forces base Greenwood.

A pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar positions, with varying tenures.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION:
- Possession of a valid provincial 2nd Class (Standardized) Power Engineer Certificate.

EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in the operation and maintenance of high and low pressure boiler equipment, feed water, and boiler water systems.
- Experience using computer based software and programs such as Microsoft Suite including Word and Outlook.
- Experience in performing chemical tests, interpreting results and calculating the chemical dosage ratios required to meet the various demands of the plant and distribution systems.
- Experience interpreting mechanical blueprints.

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:
OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION:
- Possession of a provincial 1st Class (Standardized) Power Engineer Certificate.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES/ SKILLS:
- Ability to communicate effectively orally.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
- Effective Interpersonal skills
- Initiative
- Dependability
- Flexibility

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

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing and able to work overtime including shift work, nights and weekends if and when required.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Must be able to obtain an enhanced reliability security clearance.

OTHER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Must maintain a valid and unrestricted provincial Class 5 driver's licence.
- Must be able to obtain a departmental vehicle operators permit (DND 404).
- Requirement to work in physically demanding conditions such as confined spaces or heights.
- Must be willing and able to be fit tested to wear a respirator.
- Must be able to lift up to 20kgs in accordance with safety practices.
- Must wear CSA approved safety footwear and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

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.

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

- Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.

- 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, 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.