DIRECTORY - Labourer

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 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.

Intent of the process

The purpose of this process is to create a inventory of candidates that will be used to to staff positions within the Canadian Coast Guard with employment tenures, language requirements, security requirements and work locations that may vary depending on the needs of the positions being staffed.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION:
Have a high school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
Experience in minor maintenance work such as lawn cutting and painting.
Experience in the utilization of shop’s tools and equipment.
Significant* experience in outdoor work in variable weather conditions.

*Significant experience is based on the depth, breadth and complexity of the experience normally associated with performing these duties full-time for a minimum period of approximately one (1) year.

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

French essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of safety rules related to the operation of power and gas tools, off-ground work and signaller duties.

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES:
Reliability
Initiative
Judgment
Effective interpersonal skills

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

EXPERIENCE:
Experience in the operation in forklift truck and snow removal equipment including snow blowers, small trucks with plows and salt or sand spreaders.

KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and Transportation of Dangerous Goods.
Knowledge of chain saw handling and operation.

ABILITY:
Ability to analyse and resolve problems.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Valid Quebec class 5 driver’s license.
Willing and be able to do strenuous fieldwork.
Willing and be able to travel for period up to six weeks and using various modes of transportation including helicopter and ship.
Willing and able to travel far from home for long periods (up to 6 weeks).
Medical exam.
Willing and able to work overtime.
Willing and able to climb and work in high structure (towers) up to 40 meters high.

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

If applicable, you will have to provide proof of your original education credentials when requested.

When submitting an application to this selection process, you will be prompted to answer screening questions concerning the essential education, occupational certification and experience qualifications. It is your responsibility to provide clear and concrete examples in your responses to each question. It is recommended that you describe the experience examples in specific terms, providing sufficient details so that the Assessment Board can clearly understand. Your resume could be used as a secondary source to validate your answers. Lack of examples and details may result in your application being rejected as the Assessment Board will have insufficient information to determine if the requirement is met.

Persons are entitled to participate in the selection process in the official language(s) of their choice.

Our intention is to communicate with candidates through emails and/or through the www.canada.ca/government-jobs applicant account. Candidates participating in this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and that their system accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block the receipt of these types of email).

ALL JOB APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED USING THE www.canada.ca/government-jobs WEBSITE. NO APPLICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED BY EMAIL.

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.