Aid to navigation technician - Mecanic

Update: Please note that this selection process has been extended until September 18, 2022.

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

📢Evaluation process – NEW APPROACH!
To initiate the evaluation of your application, you must provide your resume with sufficient information for us to confirm that you meet the educational and experience qualifications AND answer 4 questions via a drop-down box on the public service job site. We reserve the right to refuse an application based on the resume.

Intent of the process

This process will be used to create a pool of qualified candidates to fill the same or similar positions within the Canadian Coast Guard with varying terms of employment, language requirements, security requirements and work locations depending on the needs of the positions being staffed.

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)

📢For your candidacy to be considered, your resume must be sufficiently detailed for us to confirm that you meet the essential merit criteria (essential qualifications).

EDUCATION
Diploma related to internal combustion engine mechanics, electromechanics/industrial mechanics (e.g. D.E.P. in construction machinery mechanics or automobile mechanics), and/or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience related to the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
Experience in maintenance and repair of internal combustion mechanical systems and equipment (power generation equipment, self-contained pump) and/or hydraulic power unit.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (A-A/BBB)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of the operation of internal combustion engines and/or hydraulic power units.
Knowledge of the appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the application of occupational health and safety rules.

ABILITIES
Ability to find and correct problems with internal combustion engines and their controls.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to use a computer and the MS Office suite.
Ability to work with little or no supervision.

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

ASP Construction card with WHMIS mention.

EXPERIENCE
Experience using Maximo software or any other databases.

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge in the operation of various generator sets.
Knowledge of electricity and control.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Hold a valid class 5 driver's license recognized in Quebec and agree to drive a motor vehicle;
Have passed the Health Canada medical examination;
Agree to climb and work on structures (towers) up to 36 meters (120 ft);
Agree to do hard work on sometimes uneven terrain and in bad weather;
Agree to travel for periods of up to 6 weeks and travel by various modes of transport including helicopter or small boats;
Agree to be deployed on or near contaminated sites on short notice (in a safe manner);
Agree to complete administrative tasks using a computer such as producing short reports on the condition of equipment, entering information into a database, tracking the movement of equipment, completing expense reports , etc.

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

🚩 ALL JOB APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED USING THE www.canada.ca/government-jobs WEBSITE.
Our intention is to communicate with candidates through emails and/or through the www.canada.ca/government-jobs applicant account. Candidates participating in this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and that their system accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block the receipt of these types of email).

Persons are entitled to participate in the selection process in the official language(s) of their choice.

🎓ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS
You will have to provide proof of your original education and occupational credentials when requested.

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.