Communications Lineman

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Work environment

Work environment

The Department of National Defence (DND) is one of the largest federal government employers, offering over 70 different types of civilian career opportunities. 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. In this regard, the department fosters a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, to learn, to progress in their careers and have job satisfaction over the long-term.

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:

Possession of a valid applicable Provincial or Interprovincial Journeyperson Certificate in a field related to the position (such as a carpenter OR electrician OR refrigeration technician with halocarbon environmental qualification OR painter OR plumber and gasfitter) OR a military DP-2 equivalent qualification for applicable trades related to the duties of the position to be staffed.

Degree equivalency

Degree equivalency

Experience:
*Extensive is defined as approximately three (3) years of experience
** Recent is defined as within the last five (5) years
E1 – Recent and extensive experience in the repair and maintenance of inside and outside copper, fiber and coax cable and communication infrastructure.
E2: Recent and extensive experience in the repair and maintenance of communication tower structures and antenna.

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

Experience:
AQ1 – Recent experience in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
AQ2 - Experience working in a military environment

Operational Requirements:
OR1 – Willingness to work overtime as required.
OR2 – Willingness to work weekend duty.
OR3 - Willingness to work in extreme weather conditions.
OR4 – Willingness to travel within the Area of Operations as required
OR5 – Willingness to work in confined spaces.
OR6 – May be exposed to noxious fumes and extreme heat/cold conditions.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Abilities:

A1 – Ability to troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain systems.
A2 – Ability to communicate effectively orally
A3 – Ability to communicate effectively in writing
A4 – Ability to read and follow direction.
A5 – Ability to work safely and follow safety procedures.
A6 – Ability to inspect, estimate and prioritize work.

Personal Suitability:

PS1 – Planning and organizing
PS2 – Decision making
PS3 – Effective interpersonal relationships
PS4 – Teamwork
PS5 – Safety orientation

Conditions of employment

Conditions of Employment:
Depending on the position being staffed, one or more of the following may be required.
COE1 - Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain a secret security clearance
COE2 - Possession of an unrestricted driver’s license.
COE3 - Must be able to obtain and maintain a DND 404 driver’s permit.
COE4 – Must be willing to work at heights from ladders, scaffolding, climbing spurs, tower structures, scissor lifts and bucket trucks.
Security - Various

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.