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

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 inventory will be used to establish a candidate pool for filling current and future vacancies with various tenures (term, indeterminate, casual) and will be used to fill positions in Comox and Esquimalt, BC.

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)

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
OC1: Possession of a valid Inter-provincial Red Seal Certificate in Carpentry.
OR
Technician Qualification Level minimum QL5 or DP2 (Construction Technician) in the Canadian Armed Forces.

NOTE: The Technician Qualification will be accepted at time of application, however, candidates will be required to obtain their Red Seal Certification prior to appointment. For information on obtaining your Red Seal please visit the ITA Website for Holders of a Military Trade Certification.

EXPERIENCE
EX1: Experience working as a carpenter in maintenance or construction environment.
EX2: Experience in installing, repairing and maintaining a variety of structural systems.
EX3: Experience in operating and maintaining a variety of hand powered tools.
EX4: Experience with both the National Building Code and Fire Code of Canada.

ABILITIES
A1: Ability to provide Labour and material estimates.
A2: Ability to communicate orally.

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES
PS1: Demonstrating integrity and respect.
PS2: Thinking things through.
PS3: Working effectively with others.
PS4: Showing initiative and being action oriented.
PS5: Safety Orientation.

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

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
AOC1: WHMIS Certification.
AOC2: Fall Arrest Certification.
AOC3: Valid First Aid Certification.
AOC4: Locksmith Certification.
AOC5: Certificate of Apprenticeship.

EXPERIENCE
AEX1: Experience in construction project management.
AEX2: Experience interpreting drawings and specifications.
AEX3: Experience using a computer including use of Microsoft Office Suite programs.
AEX4: Experience in Lock Repair Maintenance
AEX5: Experience in jetty and marine structure maintenance.
AEX6: Experience in cabinet construction and installation.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
OR1: Must be capable of heavy lifting.
OR2: Willing and able to work overtime, including working outside normal working hours and standby.
OR3: Willing and able to work at heights.
OR4: Willing and able to travel.
OR5: Willing and able to work outdoors, in confined spaces and in hot or cold environments.
OR6: Eligibility and willingness to obtain and maintain a Departmental driver’s license (DND 404).

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

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

In support of Strong, Secure, Engaged (SSE) initiative #24, consideration may be given to the spouses or common-law partners of CAF members.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
COE1: CAF Technician Qualification will be accepted at time of application, however, candidates will be required to obtain their Red Seal Certification prior to appointment. For information on obtaining your Red Seal please visit the ITA Website for Holders of a Military Trade Certification.
COE2: Must possess and maintain a valid, non-graduated, and unrestricted provincial or territorial Class 5 driver's licence.
COE3: Eligibility and willingness to obtain and maintain a Departmental driver’s license (DND 404).
COE4: Must be capable of heavy lifting.
COE5: Must be willing to wear and/or utilize Personal Protective Equipment in compliance with safety regulations.
COE6: Willing and able to work overtime, including working outside normal working hours and standby.
COE7: Willing and able to work at heights.
COE8: Willing and able to travel.
COE9: Willing and able to work outdoors, in confined spaces and in hot or cold environments.

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.

Additional qualifications may be required for some positions and you may be contacted and asked to submit information or to be further assessed.

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.