Senior Automotive Technician

Update: Amendment to closing date

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Assessment accommodation

SCREENING QUESTIONNAIRE
For help with your application, check out the Treasury Board video at the top of this advertisement. Use the Screening Questionnaire wisely, by demonstrating how you meet the Education and Experience Criteria listed under “Essential Qualifications” and “Asset Qualifications” (other qualifications). Use concrete examples by using the STAR technique, describing:
• The situation;
• The tasks you were required to achieve;
• The actions you took; and
• The results of your actions.

Should your examples not be concrete enough or contain insufficient details, your application may be rejected.

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 to illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so will result in your application being rejected.

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

Duties

Diagnoses and repairs RCMP Police vehicles and conducts vehicle safety inspections on light and heavy duty equipment. These vehicles may include inland water transport, all terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, motorcycles, mobile command posts, armoured vehicles, covert vehicles, training vehicles, regular police emergency vehicles and ERT special forces units equipped with diesel engines.

Performs level 3 maintenance repairs which includes installing and removing police emergency equipment and telecommunications equipment in accordance with RCMP policy and guidelines where they exist; identifies, reports and repairs potential health and safety issues related to the installation of equipment as it pertains to the operation of the vehicle. Plans, designs, modifies and fabricates specialty equipment, safety equipment and mounting equipment for police applications.

Occasionally as required performs level 1 and 2 maintenance repairs which includes diagnosing, servicing and repairing a diverse range of emergency equipment, including lighting and other specialty equipment. Performs preventative maintenance on equipment and unscheduled repairs. Mentors other technical positions in performing these functions.

Work environment

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is more than just Canada's national police service. We have been part of the fabric of Canada since 1873 – almost 150 years. We are one of only a few police services recognized around the world for both our policing excellence and our image – the "Mountie".

Over the last century-and-a-half, we have grown and evolved with and for Canadians. The result is a more modern, diverse and inclusive RCMP that serves with honour and pride to keep Canadians safe. Vision150: https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/vision150/index-eng.htm

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to fill one indeterminate GL-VHE-10/SP-VM-10 vacancy in Newmarket, Ontario. A pool of candidates may be established to staff same or similar positions at various locations.

Should a Civilian Member (CM) be found qualified and selected for appointment, the appointment will not result in a change of status to the Public Service (PS) category for the CM. Information regarding the CM appointment will be sent to all applicable candidates who are within the area of selection and participated in the advertised 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)

Possession of a valid 310S Automotive Service Technician license issued by the Province of Ontario OR an Interprovincial Journeyperson Certificate (Red Seal) equivalent to the 310S Automotive Service Technician license

EX1: Significant** hands-on experience in repairing within the range of the Journeyman’s certification and/or direct experience in the field of first responder vehicle fit-up such as, Police, Ambulance and Fire.
EX2: Significant** experience installing electronic vehicle accessories
EX3: Recent* experience installing mobile communication equipment
EX4: Recent *experience in welding and metal fabricating techniques.
EX5: Recent* experience using a computer for garage management programs and vehicle repair manuals
*Recent is defined as within the last 5 years
** Significant is defined as within the last 2 years

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

Possession of a valid 310T Truck and Coach Technician license issued by the Province of Ontario OR an Interprovincial Journeyperson Certificate (Red Seal) equivalent to the 310T Truck and Coach Technician license

1. Willing and able to lift and carry objects approximately 80 lbs (36 kgs) on a regular basis
2. Possession of a valid driver’s license equivalent to an Ontario Class G Driver’s License

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

K1: Knowledge of diagnostic techniques and repair procedures for mechanical, electrical and electronic control systems of vehicles
K2: Knowledge of safety practices

AB1: Ability to read and understand wiring schematics
AB2: Ability to lift and move objects in a safe and proper manner
AS3: Ability to repair a variety of motor vehicles including the use of appropriate tools and equipment
AB4: Written Communication
AB5: Verbal Communication

PS1: Planning
PS2: Working effectively with others
PS3: Thinking things through
PS4: Showing initiative and being action-oriented
PS5: Demonstrating integrity and respect
PS6: Dependability

Conditions of employment

1. RCMP Reliability Security Clearance
2. Possession of a valid driver’s license equivalent to an Ontario Class G Driver’s License
(A driver’s abstract with no more than 2 minor violations in the last 12 months)
*A copy of the driver’s abstract will be requested during the assessment phase and may be requested again upon successful completion of the security clearance process for the successful candidate.)
3. Daily wear of protective clothing and safety boots
4. Willingness and ability to lift and carry objects approximately 80 lbs (36 kgs) on a regular basis
5. Willingness and ability to work overtime
6. Willingness and ability to travel

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

Proof of your Canadian Citizenship will be requested and must be provided during the selection process. The original of one of the following documents must be provided for verification:
Provincial or territorial birth certificate
Naturalization certificates (issued prior to Jan. 1, 1947)
Registration of Birth Abroad certificates (issued between Jan. 1, 1947 and Feb. 14, 1977)
Certificates of Retention
Citizenship certificates
Canadian Passports

Candidates from outside the federal public service will be required to pay for their own travel expenses.

Indeterminate employees at the same group and level or equivalent may be considered for deployment before applicants are considered in the advertised appointment process. Please identify clearly your substantive group and level and your employment status on your resume and/or application form.

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.

NOTE: Successful candidates will require a valid RCMP security clearance prior to appointment and throughout the tenure of their employment. The process to obtain RCMP security clearance involves a security/reliability interview and a field investigation regarding matters of criminal activity which includes reference checks, verification of credit/financial status, education, employment, etc. As such, the process may take several weeks or months to complete.

PLEASE NOTE: The Selection Board will be communicating with candidates by email to provide/request information and to invite candidates to attend any portion of the assessment. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent. We will contact candidates when the screening process is complete.

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A situational exercise may be administered.

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.