Marine Repair Technician

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Duties

As a marine technician, you will play a key role in ensuring our assets and vessels are safe and operational by performing regular maintenance and repair of damaged components; running diagnostics to troubleshoot problems; installing and upgrading systems; recommending modifications; ordering inventory; and documenting inspections, tests and results.

Work environment

Did you know that Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard have been recognized as top employers? We’ve been recognized as Forbes Canada’s Best Employers (2018) and, for the fourth year in a row, one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Just a few of the benefits of working with us:

Three weeks of Vacation Leave to start
Pension Plan
Health and Dental Benefits
Leave for family-related Responsibilities
Maternity and Parental Allowances

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Intent of the process

There is currently one immediate vacancy for which this process will be used to fill. We may create a list of fully or partially qualified candidates which may be used to staff similar vacancies at this level within the Canadian Coast Guard, Atlantic Region.

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)

EDUCATION:

Graduation from a recognized post-secondary institution with certificate, diploma or higher in diesel mechanics, outboard motors or another specialization relevant to the duties of the position OR an acceptable combination of education, training or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

Experience installing, servicing, maintaining and overhauling mechanical and propulsion systems related to diesel or outboard engines.

Experience using diagnostic equipment to interpret, analyze and fix problem related to diesel or outboard engines.

**Please note that experience may be validated through reference checks.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

CORE COMPETENCIES:
Working effectively with others;
Showing Initiative and being Action orientated;
Demonstrates integrity and respect;
Thinks things through.

ABILITIES:
Ability to communicate effectively (both oral and written communication will be assessed).
Ability to organize and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
Ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

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

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION:

Possession of a provincial journeyman proficiency certificate (or higher) in a field related to the position.

Possession of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) training certification – OEM training for specific models of engine or outboard or other certifications.

Possession of a Transport Canada certificate of competency as a marine engineer.

Possession of an A.B.Y.C. certification (American Boat Yacht Council).

EXPERIENCE:

Experience applicable to small vessels and small craft industry installing, servicing, maintaining, and overhauling outboard bottom ends.

Experience operating a motorized marine vessel.

Experience working with multiple parties such as contractors, ship/vessel personnel, clients, etc.

Experience performing inspections and acceptance testing on ships/vessels.

Experience in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook or an equivalent suite of office application software.

Experience with computerized maintenance systems (e.g. Maximo) to write and generate work reports.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid driver's license or mobility to the extent of the possession of a valid driver’s license.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Requirement to work aboard ships, in confined spaces and, occasionally, in extreme weather.
Requirement to go to sea on vessels under trial.
Requirement to work overtime, as needed, to meet operational requirements.
Requirement to be on-call, on a rotational basis, to meet operational requirements.
Requirement to travel, (by vehicle, aircraft or vessels) as needed, for operational and training purposes.
Requirement to wear the necessary personal protective equipment as required by the duties of the position.

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

Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you require any additional information or clarification on application requirements or the appointment process.

Please apply online, through your GC Jobs account. If that is not possible, please reach out to the contact on this advertisement.

Applicants are entitled to participate in the official language of their choice (English or French); please indicate your preferred official language in your application.

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.