Air Conditioning Refrigeration and Mechanical Systems Technician

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Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff one indeterminate position. A pool of qualified candidates may be created and may be used to staff similar positions within various units and locations with the Department of National Defence.

Positions to be filled: 1

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:

Possession of a valid Nova Scotia or Inter-provincial Journeyperson Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic OR a military QL5 equivalent qualification (for applicable trades).

Note: Candidates who do not currently possess a valid Provincial or Territorial Trade Certificate of Qualification or the inter-provincial Red Seal will be required to obtain their Red Seal certificate of qualification prior to appointment. For information on receiving your Red Seal Certification, please visit the Red Seal website: http://www.red-seal.ca/

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

Recent and extensive experience** in the repair, maintenance, inspection, installation of commercial OR industrial trade related systems and equipment

** Recent and extensive experience – Candidates must possess 2 years’ relevant experience as a qualified technician obtained within the last 5 years.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES/ SKILLS

Ability to communicate effectively orally
Ability to communicate effectively in writing

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

- Effective Interpersonal Relationships
- Dependability
- Flexibility

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

ASSET Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:

Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word

Experience in the repair and maintenance of commercial and industrial building ventilation

Experience in the repair and maintenance of reciprocating and scroll air compressors

Experience in the repair and maintenance of chilled water loop air conditioning systems

Organizational Needs

In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal Persons, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities and Women.

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

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Possession of a valid and unrestricted provincial Driver’s licence.

Willing and able to obtain and maintain a DND 404 driving permit.

Must be able and willing to wear personal protective equipment

Willing and able to work confined spaces
Physically able to lift up to 25 kg when required

Willingness to work overtime as required

Willingness to work in extreme weather conditions

Willingness to work at heights from ladders and scaffolding

May be exposed to noxious fumes and extreme heat/cold conditions

Able and willing to travel

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 topdown selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

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.