Building/HVAC Maintenance Technician

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****PLEASE NOTE that this process has been reposted due to an administrative error with the Occupational Certification indicated on the poster.

HOWEVER, we have re-posted this opportunity using a new selection process number 23-AGR-BCAB-EA-CMB-22579A. If you submitted your application, you do not need to re-apply in order to be considered for this position.

We apologize for the inconvenience.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Aislinn Bell, Human Resources Advisor at .

We want you to succeed! Our objective is to identify qualified candidates by fairly assessing their abilities. Assessment accommodations are intended to remove obstacles without altering the criteria being assessed so that all candidates can showcase their capabilities.

Please help us meet our commitment of providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require assessment accommodations, including assistance with the application process. Additional information on the assessment format(s) (for example: exam, interview) will be provided at each assessment stage.

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.

As part of its priority to advance reconciliation and renew Canada’s relationship with Indigenous Peoples, AAFC is committed to hiring more Indigenous Peoples into their workforce. Better representation within the public service of Canada’s fastest-growing demographic group will lead to more innovative and inclusive solutions to today’s complex challenges. Ultimately, this will improve government services for Canadians. Indigenous peoples are therefore encouraged to apply to this process and self-identify.

Duties

- 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.
- Performs routine inspections to find deficiencies on various facility equipment and structures.

Work environment

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 and fall protective PPE.

The Agassiz Research and Development Centre is among 20 research centers located across Canada.

The position is responsible for their duties in active research labs and farm field environments.

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 (1) indeterminate position in Agassiz, BC.

Anticipatory: A pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used for similar permanent and temporary employment for the locations indicated for this process.

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
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

EXPERIENCE
- Experience with performing maintenance and repairs on systems such as (but not limited to) Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning (HVAC) systems, pumps, boilers and other building systems OR combined education and experience with general building maintenance in commercial and industrial facilities.
- Experience working with trade contractors.
- Experience working with computer software programs such as (but not limited to) Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

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

Possession of ONE OR MORE of the following (or an acceptable combination of related training and/or experience):
-.Power Engineer License (5th class).
-.Journeyman certification in one for more of the following trades: Plumber, Electrician, HVAC technician, Millwright .
- Building Systems Maintenance certification or other relevant designations issued by BOMI Education Canada.

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 maintenance requirements for building systems and controls such as (but not limited to) boilers, pumps, carpentry, electrical, life safety systems, etc.
- Knowledge of building controls operation systems (for example, DDC, Scada, other).

COMPETENCIES
Adaptability
Initiative
Teamwork

ABILITIES
- Ability to interpret and apply relevant Federal codes as they relate to commercial or industrial buildings structures, infrastructure and systems such as plumbing, HVAC, etc. and health and safety codes and practices.
- Ability to communicate in writing (English)
- Ability to communicate verbally (English)

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

- 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 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, class 5 British Columbia driver’s license, or other provincial/territorial equivalency.

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).

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.