Labourer (Casual Employment)

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

A casual worker is hired for specified periods that may not exceed 90 working days in one calendar year.

PLEASE NOTE: For this selection process, our intention is to communicate with applicants by e-mail for screening/assessment purposes (including issuing screening results, and sending invitations for written tests and interviews). Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid e-mail address and make sure this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users. It is the candidate’s responsibility to provide updated contact information as required.

Our organization will only accept on-line applications for this advertisement. All job applications must therefore be submitted through www.canada.ca/government-jobs. For this advertisement, applicants will be required to provide information which is only accessible when applying on-line (namely the job questionnaire).

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.

Work environment

The Department of National Defence (DND) is the largest federal government employer, offering over 70 different types of civilian career opportunities. DND's role is to provide services and support to the Canadian Forces (CF) in their operations and missions at home and abroad. As a civilian employee, you will be an essential part of the Defence Team. In this regard, the department fosters a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, to learn, to progress in their careers and have job satisfaction over the long-term.

Intent of the process

There is an immediate need to staff one (1) casual position in Petawawa, Ontario. A pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar casual positions.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

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

Experience:
Experience providing general labour services, performing the following:
• Snow and ice removal from buildings, sidewalks and hydrants; operating motorized vehicles, equipment and hand tools;
• Performing grounds maintenance services such tree work, landscaping, using powered tools and equipment, as well as a variety of hand tools;
• Installation and repair of signs and security fences on base and in Range Training area;
• Provides site preparation and labour support for tradespersons.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Abilities:
• Ability to communicate effectively orally

Personal Suitability:
• Effective Interpersonal Relationships
• Dependability
• Judgment
• Initiative

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

Occupational Certification:
• Chain saw certification.
• Any Health and Safety certifications including but not limited to First Aid, WHIMIS, CPR, General Safety Certification, HAZMAT, Confined Spaces, Fall/Arrest.

Experience:
• Experience operating any of the following equipment: agricultural tractors, skid steers, skidders, trackless.
• Experience driving and backing up a trailer.

Operational Requirements:
• Willingness to work shift as required
• Willingness to work overtime as required
• Willingness to be on standby and report to work when required

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

• Possession of a valid Class “G” driver’s license without restrictions issued by the Province of Ontario or provincial/territorial equivalent.
• Eligibility and willingness to obtain and maintain a Departmental driver’s license (DND 404).
• Must be able to lift up to 30 kg repetitively
• Must be able to bend, to walk extensively on various types of terrain, to climb ladders, stairs and scaffolds and to work outdoors in hot and cold environments
• Must wear safety boots, hard hat, respirator, ear and eye protection in accordance with safety requirements, policy or regulations

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

Interviews may be conducted.

Reference checks may be conducted.

Applicants are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice and are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; only candidates who will be considered further in this process may be contacted.

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.