Mechanical Fitter

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Assessment accommodation

Duties

Includes but is not limited to: Designing, layout, fitting, repairing, overhauling, modification, calibration and inspection of mechanical equipment and components for the Fleet Maintenance Facility Cape Breton.
A copy of the complete work description is available upon request.

Work environment

Includes but is not limited to: constant exposure to noise, oil, dirt, dust, chemicals, irritants, fumes/smoke, confined space and vibration all of which require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Depending on the circumstances and the amount of PPE, certain levels of discomfort may be experienced.
The work involves occasional exposure to marine growth, welding flash, blackwater (sewage), animal droppings, poor lighting, extreme temperatures and noxious odours. Depending on the circumstance, certain levels of discomfort may be experienced.
Worker frequently works in adverse weather conditions such as wind, rain, snow, heat, and cold.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to fill 3 indeterminate vacancies immediately. A pool of candidates may be created for future vacancies.

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)

EDUCATION:
A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives

Degree equivalency

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION:
Possession of an acceptable certificate or diploma of apprenticeship in the area of mechanical trades.

Possession of a valid British Columbia or Inter-provincial Journeyperson Certificate in the area of mechanical trades

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

TRAINING:
Canadian Armed Forces Trades Qualification equivalent (QL 5)

EXPERIENCE:
Experience at a Marine Shipyard repairing shipboard mechanical systems

Experience repairing Marine Naval ship mechanical systems

Experience repairing Canadian Frigate mechanical systems

Experience repairing Canadian Submarine mechanical systems

Experience repairing 1st Level Canadian Submarine mechanical systems

Specialized experience in an industrial trade related systems and equipment

Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word

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 Skills

Dependability

Flexibility

Initiative

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

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Willingness and able to work overtime and shift work

Willing and able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment

Willingness to work at heights from ladders and scaffolding

Willingness and able to travel abroad on occasion

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Willing and able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment

Willing and able to climb vertical ladders, and work in cramped and/or confined spaces

Willing and able to carry up to 25 kgs.

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

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.