Various Plumber/Steamfitter/Pipefitter/Sprinkler Fitter/Gas Fitter Positions

Important messages

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Assessment accommodation

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

Candidates must clearly demonstrate in the screening questionnaire how they meet the education and experience criteria listed in the Essential Qualifications and Asset Qualifications if applicable. Please note that stating that the requirement has been met, and/or listing past or current responsibilities, does not represent adequate substantiation. Rather, you must provide concrete examples that clearly illustrate how you meet the requirement. Résumés may be used as a secondary source to validate the qualifications described; comments such as "refer to my attached résumé" will not be accepted and may result in your application being rejected.

The client organization will only accept on-line applications received via the www.jobs.gc.ca site.

Work environment

The Department of National Defence (DND) is one of the largest federal government employers. DND's role is to provide services and support to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in their operations and missions at home and abroad. As a civilian employee, you will be an essential part of the Defence Team.

Intent of the process

The immediate intent of this process is to staff 2 indeterminate position in Victoria, BC.
A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar positions, with varying tenures in various locations.

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)

EX1: Experience working in a maintenance, construction or industrial environment.
EX2: Experience with computer and use software applications such as MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook.

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

AQ1: Completion of training or possession of certification(s) in one or more of the following
- First Aid
- CPR
- WHMIS
- Fall Arrest
- Aerial Lift Equipment
- Backflow Prevention Tester
- Confined Space entry

AQ2: Experience working in multi-disciplinary work place/team
AQ3: Experience working with a preventative maintenance program
AQ4: Experience working with relevant national building and installation codes
AQ5: Experience working with steam heating equipment
AQ6: Experience estimating material, equipment and labour requirements

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

GL PIP 09 Stream:
OC1: Possession of a valid journeyperson certification or certificate of qualification from the Province of British Columbia, Interprovincial Red Seal Program or other provincial or territorial equivalent in any one or two of the following trades Plumber, Sprinkler Fitter, Steamfitter/Pipefitter or Gas Fitter (Class A or B).

GL PIP 10 Stream:
OC2: Possession of a valid journeyperson Plumber certification or certificate of qualification from the Province of British Columbia, Interprovincial Red Seal Program or other provincial or territorial equivalent and (2) other certifications in Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Sprinkler fitter or Gasfitter

OC3: Possession of a valid Class 5 driver’s license without restrictions issued by the Province of British Columbia or provincial or territorial equivalent

A1: Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

PS1: Effective interpersonal relationships
PS2: Judgement
PS3: Initiative
PS4: Dependability
PS5: Flexibility

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

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
One or more of the following may be required (depending on the position to be staffed)
- Eligibility and willingness to obtain and maintain a departmental Driver’s licence (DND 404)
- A current and acceptable driver’s abstract
- May be required to work overtime and be on standby
- May be required to work in confined spaces, climb ladders, work from heights and work on Genie Lift Equipment
- May be required to travel
- Willingness to wear and/or utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) in compliance with Safety regulations
- May be exposed to noxious fumes and extreme heat and cold conditions
- May be required but not limited to stand, climb, walk, lift, bend, pull, push, grasp, reach, stoop, crouch, sit, read, write, determine colors, speak and listen for extended periods of time.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Possession of a valid Class 5 driver’s license without restrictions issued by the Province of British Columbia or provincial or territorial equivalent

Possession of a journeyperson certification or certificate of qualification from the Province of British Columbia or Interprovincial Red Seal Program in (one or more* of) the following trade(s) applicable to the position being staffed:
- Plumber
- Steamfitter/Pipefitter
- Sprinkler Fitter
- Gas Fitter Class A or B

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

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.