Reference Number
DND21J-020665-000333
Selection Process Number
21-DND-EA-CA-474410
Organization
National Defence
Year
2021-2022
Days Open
17
Classification
GLPRW08
City
Kingston
Type
External
Total
7
Employment Equity
0
(0%)
Screened out
0
(0%)
Screened in
0
(0%)
Employment Equity 0% 0
Screened Out 0% 0
Screened In 0% 0
Women 0% 0
Visible minority 0% 0
Indigenous 0% 0
People with disabilities 0% 0
English 0% 0
French 0% 0
Citizens 85.7% 6
Permanent Residents 0% 0
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.
Those found qualified in process 19-DND-EA-CA-455817, need not reapply for this process
You will be required to show how you demonstrate the essential qualifications (i.e. Education and Experience) for the initial screening through your resume and in answering online screening questions. It is NOT sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Rather you must clearly demonstrate HOW, WHEN, and WHERE the qualification was met through substantiation by examples.
Information on your described skills, experience, etc. provided in screening questions should be supported by your resume. Failure to provide the above information in the format required may result in your application being rejected from the process.
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.
A pool of qualified candidates may be established to staff positions with various tenures (indeterminate, specified period, acting, casual, secondment or assignment).
Positions to be filled: 1
Your résumé.
A response to a text question addressing the following:
A minimum of DP2/QL5 Mat Tech qualified, or any accredited certification in upholstery and/or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience.
Experience in textile fabric repair and manufacturing.
Experience in the proper use, operation and maintenance of medium to heavy duty industrial sewing machines and equipment associated with the textile upholstery trade.
Experience carrying out procedures necessary in the upholstering and the manufacturing of canvas products, seat/cushion repair and equipment bags.
Experience interpreting written instructions, drawings or technical specifications as they apply to the textile upholstery trade.
Experience in repair of canvas tentage.
Basic First Aid
Experience repairing military equipment such as tents, tarps and camp cots.
Experience using ultrasonic cleaning techniques.
Experience in repairing, inspecting and seal testing C4 Gas Masks.
English essential
Information on language requirements
Thinking things through
Integrity and respect
Working effectively with others
Communication
Initiative and action orientation
Ability to install fasteners, grommets and zippers.
Ability to sew basic seam and hems.
In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-identified as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, Persons with a Disability, Visible Minorities, 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.
Security Clearance: Reliability Status
Willing and able to work overtime as required.
Willing and able to use and wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
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 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.