Machinery Maintenance Crafts(wo)man

Update: Please note that the selection process has been amended to extend the closing date to January 10, 2022 - 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

Duties

Participate in the operation and maintenance of a wide range of building systems. Monitor and adjust control systems for optimal performance. Respond to equipment emergencies and provide troubleshooting support to identify and remedy problems. Carry out and assist in the development of the preventive and legislated maintenance program. Perform inspection and repair for a variety of equipment within various building trade disciplines.

Work environment

As one of twenty Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Research Centres, this Machinery Maintenance Craftsperson position is based at the Fredericton Research and Development Centre. The incumbent will work as part of the facilities management team to provide building maintenance which supports the delivery of scientific research by our clients. The majority of work will be in Fredericton however there will be some duties required for our satellite farm located at Benton New Brunswick.

Intent of the process

The immediate need is to staff one (1) full-time permanent position

A pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar positions with various tenures, linguistic requirements and security requirements within AAFC.

In the event that an employee of the public service is qualified through this process, and there is a temporary need, he/she may be considered for acting, deployment, assignment or secondment opportunities.

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)

Secondary school diploma OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

IF YOU HAVE FOREIGN CREDENTIALS, please follow the link below for information on how to obtain a degree equivalency. You must obtain an equivalency, at your own expense, in order to be considered for appointment into the public service.

Degree equivalency

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)

Post-secondary diploma or degree from a recognized institution

Occupational Certification - Possession of at least ONE of the following:
• Power Engineer License;
•Journeyperson certification in one or more of the following trades: Plumber, Electrician, HVAC
technician, Millwright, and/or Commercial Refrigeration and Air Conditioning technician; OR
• Relevant certificates or designations issued by BOMI Education Canada

Degree equivalency

Knowledge of how to use tools for building automation and controls systems for the purpose of making programming changes, graphic changes, performing system backups, and control panel replacement.

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 of Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, including maintenance techniques and preventative maintenance practices related to commercial buildings.
Knowledge of how to use tools for building automation and controls systems for the purpose of troubleshooting and problem solving.
Knowledge of safe work practices applicable to working with steam, hydronic heating and cooling, refrigeration and electrical 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.

Adaptability
Initiative
Teamwork
Interactive Communication

Ability to communicate in writing.

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

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

All employees of the core public administration are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and attest to their vaccination status unless accommodated based on a medical contraindication, religion, or another prohibited ground for discrimination as defined under the Canadian Human Rights Act.
Possession of a valid Class 5 Driver’s license or equivalent.
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 confined, narrow and/or enclosed spaces.
Ability and willingness to lift loads up to 30 kg.

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

ASSESSEMENT INFORMATION

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

Various assessment tools may be used, such as, standardized tests, interviews, references, board member knowledge, etc.

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

A random or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

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.

A test may be administered.

An interview may be administered.

Reference checks may be sought.

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).


On October 6, 2021, the Government of Canada announced details of its plans to require vaccination across the federal public service. The details can be found on this site: https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2021/10/backgrounder-covid-19-vaccine-requirement-for-the-federal-workforce.html

As per the new Policy on COVID-19 Vaccination for the Core Public Administration Including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, federal public servants in the Core Public Administration and members of the RCMP must attest to their vaccination status. The requirement for employees to be fully vaccinated applies whether they are teleworking, working remotely or working on-site. This is a condition of employment and it applies to indeterminate (permanent), determinate (term), casual, and student hiring. Should you reach the point in the selection process where it is necessary to verify terms and conditions of employment then the hiring manager or a human resources representative will contact you in order to complete an attestation. The Policy can be found on this site: https://www.tbs-sct.gc.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=32694

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, 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.