Carpenter

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

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.

Intent of the process

There is an immediate need to staff three (3) indeterminate positions in Edmonton, Alberta. A pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar positions in the province of Alberta within the Department of National Defence and other government departments.

Positions to be filled: 3

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

OC1- Possession a valid Alberta or Interprovincial Journeyman’s Certification in Carpentry OR any other equivalency recognized by the provincial or territorial authority, such as a Qualification level QL5 – Construction Technician

EX1- Experience installing, repairing and maintaining a variety of structural systems

EX2- Experience working in one or more of the following:
• Cabinet Making
• Furniture Making
• Painting

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

CC1- Oral Communication
CC2- Written Communication
CC3- Thinking Things Through
CC4- Working effectively with others
CC5- Showing Initiative and being action-oriented
CC6- Demonstrating Integrity and Respect

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

A/OC- Fork lift license

A/E1- Experience working with International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM)

Conditions of employment

Security: Reliability

Possession of a driver’s license valid in the province of work.
Willing and able to obtain and maintain a DND 404 operators permit
Willing and able to lift up to 20 kg; bend and climb stairs
Willing and able to work overtime as pre-authorized
Willing and able to work with computer software
Willing and able to utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) in compliance with safety regulations and/or policies.
Willing and able to work at heights.
Willing and able to work in in adverse conditions including exposure to noxious fumes, and extreme temperatures.

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.

Candidates must meet all of the essential qualifications noted in the Statement of Merit Criteria to be appointed to a position. A candidate may be appointed to a position even though he/she does not meet any or all of the asset qualifications or operational requirements. However, meeting these criteria is desirable and may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed.

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.

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.