Senior Mechanic

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As one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) is proud to celebrate our achievement in creating a diverse, respectful, and positive workplace where all employees are valued and recognized for their unique qualities, ideas, voices and perspectives. We are dedicated to building and promoting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, representative of all Canadians regardless of race, ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic background or lived experience. By embracing diversity and inclusion, our department ensures broader discussions, better decisions, and a more positive workplace.

We welcome all candidates, including Indigenous Peoples, Black, other racialized groups, persons with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ2+ community to apply and strongly encourage candidates to self-declare if they belong to an Employment Equity designated group (i.e. Indigenous (Aboriginal*) Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Women or Visible Minorities - Black people and other racialized groups).

*The term “Aboriginal” is used within this job advertisement as it relates to the Employment Equity Act and other legislative frameworks. The term “Indigenous” is used where possible, in alignment with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

Duties

The Senior Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of a variety of agricultural equipment, implements, and all-terrain vehicles. This position requires an individual who is well versed in heavy duty, agricultural, or diesel engine mechanics. This position demands a high attention to detail, concern for safety, and problem solving ability. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who is organized, adaptable, and works well independently.

Work environment

The Science and Technology Branch (STB) undertakes agricultural research, development and knowledge transfer activities to support and contribute to the agriculture, agri-food and agri-based products sector. We work with industry, academia, Provincial governments and other partners to generate new knowledge, foster innovation and increase adoption and commercialization of agricultural, agri-food, and agri-based products, process and practices. Together, we will work to support a resilient and innovative agriculture sector. The strategic objectives for the Branch include: increasing agricultural productivity; improving environmental performance; improving attributes for food and non-food uses; and addressing threats to the agriculture and agri-food value chain.

The STB is organized into three agriculture regions, each with unique ecological environments to tailor delivery of national priorities to regional needs: Coastal Region; Prairie Region; and Ontario-Québec Region. In addition, there is a Partnerships and Planning Directorate. Our science and technology transfer capacity is distributed across the country in an extensive network of Research Centres, farms, labs, and offices.

AAFC is committed to diversity and inclusion. We have several networks dedicated to ensuring that the department continues to grow as an inclusive, accessible, respectful and diverse workplace. All employees are encouraged and welcomed to join the networks and participate in their activities and events.

• The Gender and Sexual Diversity Inclusiveness Network
• The Indigenous Network Circle
• The Managers' Community
• The Persons with Disabilities Network
• The Student Panel of Representatives for Orientation, Unity and Training
• The Visible Minorities Network
• The Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Network
• The Young Professional's Network

Intent of the process

The immediate need is to staff one position in Summerland, BC, on an indeterminate basis. A pool of candidates may be established as a result of this process, which could be used to fill similar positions with various tenures, linguistic requirements, and security requirements within Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.

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)

Education:
Successful completion of secondary school diploma or acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Journeyperson Certified Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Agricultural Equipment Technician, Diesel Engine Mechanic, or Automotive Service Technician with extensive heavy duty or agricultural equipment 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

Experience:
Experience in the operation and maintenance of agricultural/farm equipment.
Experience in servicing, maintaining, repairing, or overhauling both gas and diesel engines.
Experience in troubleshooting equipment, analyzing faults, or recommending/implementing corrective measures.
Experience utilizing and analyzing detailed drawings, schematics, or trades manuals.

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

Experience or qualifications in welding, machining, or metal fabrication.
Experience in electronic record keeping, conducting internet searches and using an email as a tool for communication.
Experience in the adjustment and calibrations of various farm implements.
Experience in the purchasing and procurement of farm equipment and parts.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
Knowledge of the mechanics, electronics, hydraulics, and pneumatics of agricultural machinery, engines, and related equipment.

Personal Suitability:
Initiative
Problem Solving
Adaptability
Planning and Organizing
Concern for Safety

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

Possession of a valid class 5 British Columbia driver’s license or other provincial/territorial equivalency.
Ability and willingness to work with hazardous materials requiring extra precautions and the use of safety equipment.
Ability and willingness to work outdoors in rough terrain and in inclement weather conditions.
Ability and willingness to work outside normal working hours when circumstances require and/or overtime, including evenings and weekends, if required (infrequent).
Ability and willingness to stand and/or perform duties for long periods and under normal safety precautions in the work environment.
Ability to lift equipment and materials (20 kg max).
Known allergies must be controlled through the use of personal protective equipment and/or medication and must not impinge upon the duties to be performed.

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

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

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 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.