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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

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

💲 Allowances under the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive
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In addition to the hourly rate of pay, the position in Churchill, MB is subject to an Environmental Allowance, Fuel and Utilities Differential, and a Living Cost Differential as per the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive:

🌳 Environment Allowance
➢ Employee with dependants ($ per hour) : $4.49
➢ Employee without dependants ($ per hour) : $2.70
🏠 Living Cost Differential
➢ Employee with dependants ($ per hour) : $9.47
➢ Employee without dependants ($ per hour) : $5.68
⛽ Fuel & Utilities Differential
➢ Employee with dependants ($ per hour) : $1.86
➢ Employee without dependants ($ per hour) : $1.12

Please note the above-noted rates are subject to change. Please refer to the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive (http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/ipgh-pile/index-eng.php) for more information.

🚛 Relocation Assistance
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Transport Canada will provide relocation assistance in accordance with the provisions of the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat Addendum - Initial Appointees Relocation Program.

✈️ Vacation Travel Assistance (VTA)
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Employees working at headquarters that have airports will be paid an amount equivalent to the return full fare economy class airfare between the headquarters and the point of departure. The payment will include the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and provincial or territorial sales tax, as applicable. The payment excludes airport fees, departure taxes, NAVCAN surcharges, travel agent fees, and other miscellaneous fees.

There is no requirement to travel, or take leave, or lieu time off to receive the VTA payment. VTA is payable to the employee, for the employee and each applicable dependant.

➢ Adult VTA Fare: $1,780
➢ Child VTA Fare: $1,618

⚖️ Employment Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
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At Transport Canada, we are committed to helping create a diverse and inclusive public service that is truly representative of Canada.

We strive to establish bias-free selection and assessment practices that provide equal opportunity for all, including persons from employment equity groups or equity-seeking groups, such as members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

As of February 1, 2023, all persons involved in the assessment of candidates in an appointment process must take the Canada School of Public Service COR120 - Inclusive Hiring Practices for a Diverse Workforce training.

As part of our priority to advance reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, Transport Canada has the “Indigenous Career Navigator program.” For more information on services and support for Indigenous peoples in the hiring process, please contact the email address indicated in the "Contact information" section below prior to the Closing Date.

Duties

📝 Transport Canada is looking for a Heavy Duty Equipment Technician at its airport in Churchill, Manitoba. The successful candidate will perform preventative maintenance, inspections and repairs, and overhaul various equipment, vehicles, and diesel-powered generating plants. Primary responsibilities include:
➢ Maintaining and overhauling fixed and mobile gasoline and diesel-powered equipment.
➢ Carrying out heavy, light, and small engine repairs.
➢ Operating heavy and light equipment to assess their operating condition.
➢ Carrying out welding and machinist duties during maintenance and repair activities.
➢ Preparing a service schedule to ensure proper equipment maintenance, and source materials and supplies.
➢ Assist with airport operations, and bird and wildlife control.

Work environment

✨ Churchill is a remote town in northern Manitoba, known for its spectacular outdoor experiences. If you’re interested in an opportunity of a lifetime (who wouldn’t want to live and work in the polar bear capital of the world, watch beluga whales migrate in the fall, and get to see northern lights up to 300 nights of the year?!), please consider applying to join our dynamic team!

Intent of the process

📢 The immediate intent of this process is to staff one (1) position on a permanent basis. The results of this process may be used to staff similar positions within Transport 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)

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🛠️ OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
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OC: Heavy duty equipment technician trade certification, with Red Seal endorsement.

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🧰 EXPERIENCE
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EX1 : Experience inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, maintaining, testing and verifying heavy duty equipment.
EX2 : Experience using computer software for diagnostics, function calibration, programming, service and parts information.

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

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🧰 EXPERIENCE
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AEX1 : Experience preparing detailed technical reports.
AEX2 : Experience providing instruction on the safe use of tools and equipment.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

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🎯 ABILITIES
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A1: Ability to communicate effectively orally.
A2: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

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🌟 PERSONAL SUITABILITY
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PS1 : Reliability
PS2: Demonstrating integrity and respect
PS3: Thinking things through
PS4: Working effectively with others
PS5: Showing initiative and being action-oriented

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

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🌍 ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
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Qualified candidates who self-declare as members of Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized communities and/or women may be selected for appointment first, to fulfill organizational needs. In addition, this organizational need may be invoked at any stage of the selection process.

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📜 OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
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➢ Eligibility and willingness to obtain and maintain an Airside Vehicle Operator Permit.
➢ Eligibility and willingness to obtain and maintain a Restricted Operator Certificate – Aeronautical.
➢ Eligibility and willingness to obtain and maintain a Possession and Acquisition License (PAL).

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Health Canada approved pre-employment and periodic health assessments.

Possession and maintenance of a valid and unrestricted license issued by the Province of Manitoba for Class 3 vehicles (minimum) with air brake endorsement.

Willingness and ability to wear CSA approved safety footwear and other personal protective equipment.

Willingness and ability to safely perform a variety of physically demanding and repetitive tasks (including lifting up to 75 lbs.).

Willingness and ability to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends, statutory holidays, provincial/territorial holidays, and call-back or standby.

Willingness and ability to travel and work in a variety of weather conditions.

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

✔️ SCREENING QUESTIONS
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Please note completion of the screening questions is required. Your responses to each will be used as the primary source in determining whether you meet the screening requirements. Failure to complete them fully may result in your elimination.

✔️ COMMUNICATION
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All communication relating to this process may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

Communication with candidates for this process will be via email. It is your responsibility to ensure accurate contact information is provided (and updated as required) and accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). It is your responsibility to check both your jobs.gc.ca account and email account regularly to ensure that you do not miss any opportunities. Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent.

✔️ OFFICIAL LANGUAGES
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Candidates are entitled to participate in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

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.

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