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.

Intent of the process

This selection process will be used to staff positions within the Canadian Coast Guard in Victoria, BC. A pool of qualified candidates will be created and may be used to staff similar positions, on a temporary or permanent basis.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Possession of a valid Inter-Provincial journeyman trade certification in carpentry.

Experience with working at height.
Experience in refurbishment and construction of buildings and structures.
Experience in building concrete forms, and placing and finishing concrete.
Experience in the installation of building exterior protective materials.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Ability to communicate orally
Ability to communicate in writing

Initiative
Judgement
Dependability

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

Forklift Operators Certification

Experience in field or remote site operations
Experience in the construction, modification, maintenance, repair, or life cycle management of CCG Aids to Navigation, associated facilities or assets
Experience in working with helicopters
Experience working in the Pacific marine environment and basic seamanship

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance
Valid Health Canada Medical
Willing and able to travel for up to 3 week periods of time to remote sites via trucks, boats and aircraft
Willing and able to work weekends, overtime and travel on short notice
Willing and able to access remote sites over rugged terrain and work outdoors in extremes of environmental conditions on land and at sea
Valid driver’s licence
Ability to climb towers and work at heights in excess of 2.4m

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.