Building Systems Technician

Update: UPDATE: Please note that the selection process has been amended to extend the closing date to July 6, 2021 - 23:59, Pacific Time.

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

AAFC is committed to diversity and inclusion and is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s best diversity employers. We welcome all applicants and strongly encourage candidates to self-declare if they belong to an Employment Equity designated group (i.e. Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Visible Minorities or Women).

Duties

The Building Systems Technician:
• Performs preventive maintenance such as inspecting, replacing components, testing and adjusting a variety of complex equipment and systems;
• Performs general maintenance on diesel generators;
• Responds to breakdowns, diagnoses and repairs, adjusts and calibrates a variety of complex mechanical equipment and systems;
• Overhauls or replaces defective parts, tests and adjusts a variety of complex mechanical equipment and systems;
• Removes and/or installs major pieces of equipment;
• Prepares detailed reports; accesses and updates computerized preventive maintenance schedules and records; orders parts and materials and estimates costs;
• Performs building maintenance and repairs covering a wide range of areas to include plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, electrical, general building repairs, painting, etc.;
• Maintains an inventory of consumable items such as filters, belts and procures replacement parts using an acquisition card or other procurement tool; and
• Performs routine inspections to find deficiencies on various facility equipment and structures.

Work environment

The Saskatoon and Agassiz Research and Development Centres are among 20 research centres located across Canada. The Building Systems Technician positions are responsible for their duties in active research labs and farm field environments.

There is frequent exposure to: extremes of weather, hot/humid environmental conditions, noise, fumes, chemicals, acids which may be toxic or corrosive; there is a regular risk of minor injury when dismantling and installing equipment; there is occasional risk of injuries from lifting and carrying heavy materials/equipment, or from falls while working in elevated positions. There is a requirement to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety boots, eye, ear and respiratory protection gear and fall protection PPE.

Intent of the process

The immediate need is to staff two positions:
• One full-time permanent position in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
• One full-time permanent position in Agassiz, British Columbia

If you don’t immediately receive a job offer at AAFC, qualified candidates will also be placed in a talent pool to be used for staffing similar permanent or temporary positions in the future. The skill specialization(s), work location, language profile, and security clearance requirements will vary according to the position being staffed.

In addition to permanent staffing, we will also use this process when needing to hire experienced public servants who are interested in temporary opportunities such as acting appointments, assignments, or secondments.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Education:
• Secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. Click on the link below to contact the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC).

Degree equivalency

Occupational Certification - Possession of ONE OR MORE of the following:
• Power Engineer License (minimum 4th class)
• Journeyman certification in one for more of the following trades: Plumber, Electrician, HVAC technician, Millwright, and/or Commercial Refrigeration and Air Conditioning technician
• Relevant certificates or designations issued by BOMI Education Canada
• An acceptable combination of training and/or experience related to the position

Experience:
• Experience with performing maintenance on systems such as but not limited to Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning (HVAC) systems
• Experience working with trade contractors
• Experience working with computer software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

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

Asset Qualifications - Experience:
• Experience working with building automation systems
• Experience working with computerized maintenance management system
• Experience working within an industrial or commercial complex

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
• Knowledge of Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, including maintenance techniques and preventative maintenance practices related to commercial buildings
• Knowledge of building controls operation systems
• Knowledge of safety practices applicable to hot water heating, steam distribution or refrigeration systems
• Knowledge of applicable Standards, Regulations, Codes or Acts, such as ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air-Conditioning Engineers), Federal Halocarbons Regulations, or Canada Labour Code, etc.

Competencies:
• Adaptability
• Initiative
• Teamwork
• Interactive Communication

Abilities:
• Ability to communicate in writing

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

Organizational Needs:
Agriculture and Agri-food Canada recognizes that the diversity of its employee population contributes to its strength and integrity. We are committed to achieving employment equity and developing a highly capable workforce that is representative of Canadian Society. We encourage women (especially in non-traditional occupations), Indigenous peoples (Aboriginal peoples), persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups to apply and declare themselves as part of one or more of the Employment Equity groups as selection may be limited to candidates belonging to one or more of the groups.

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

• Ability and willingness to work in dirty, noisy, humid, hot, cold, and wet conditions
• Ability and willingness to travel
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, including weekends
• Ability and willingness to work on call for 24 hours a day on a rotating schedule and the ability to respond in a timely manner (responding to urgent facility operational problems within 30 minutes of being called out to work)
• Ability and willingness to work on ladders and at heights
• Ability and willingness to work in tight, cramped and/or confined spaces
• Ability and willingness to lift up to 30 Kg
• Possession of a valid non-graduated Driver’s License

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

WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU APPLY:

► Step 1: Once you click "Apply Now," the first step of the process will involve completing what we call ‘screening questions’ and attaching your resume. The responses you provide to these screening questions will help us determine whether you meet the EDUCATION, OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION and EXPERIENCE requirements.

WHAT WILL HAPPEN NEXT:

Below, we've outlined what you can expect for the assessment phase should you be selected for further consideration. Our assessment is designed to make sure that this position is the right fit for you, which is important for your job satisfaction as well as the success of our organization.

You will be given the opportunity to request accommodations at each step of the process.

► Step 2: You will be asked to complete an exam to assess KNOWLEDGE and the ABILITY TO COMMUNICATE IN WRITING.

► Step 3: Should you successfully complete step 2 of the process, you will be invited to participate in an interview to assess the COMPETENCIES.

► Step 4: Should you successfully complete step 3 of the process, we will be checking references to complete the process.


OTHER ASSESSEMENT INFORMATION:

• All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

• Appointment decisions may be based on one or more of the following criteria:
- Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the work team.
- Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position being staffed.
- Depth, breadth, type of work-specific experience.
- Level/degree of one or more competencies/qualifications.

• You must provide proof of your education credentials.

• Asset qualifications may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process


APPLICATION & CORRESPONDENCE INFORMATION:

Applications submitted by email will not be accepted. You must apply on-line through www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs.html.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact the email referenced below under "Contact Information".

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

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.