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.
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.
We prefer to accept applications received via the jobs.gc.ca site. If you are unable to apply on-line, please contact prior to the closing date and quote the selection process number in your email.
No cover letter required – Respond to questions in the on-line application.
*NOTE: When submitting your application to this selection process, you will be required to answer screening questions to demonstrate how you meet the Essential Qualifications (Education and all Essential Experiences) as well as Asset Qualifications.
Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the Education and Experience factors listed in the Essential Qualifications when responding to the questions in the on-line application. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet these factors by providing concrete examples with significant details to explain WHEN, WHERE and HOW you meet each factor. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that these factors are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described when responding to the questions in the on-line application.
Failure to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Education and Experience factors when responding to the questions in the on-line application, may result in the rejection of your application.
*Please Note that employee housing may not be available for this position, applicants should be prepared to find their own accommodations.*
First pull will happen on November 1, 2024 – Interviews will follow.
Second pull will happen on January 30, 2025 – Interviews will follow.
Be part of an inspiring team! Parks Canada is a world leader in natural and cultural conservation, Canada's largest provider of natural and historic visitor facilities and manager of destinations that form the cornerstones of the Canadian tourism industry.
Have you ever thought of establishing a career in one of Canada's most amazing and iconic places? Canada's national parks, national historic sites and national marine conservation areas offer opportunities to work in unique locations and live the ultimate Canadian experience.
Want to be part of ensuring a great legacy for Canada and Canadians? Parks Canada is embarking on an unprecedented program of restoration work to heritage, visitor, water and highway assets located within our special places across Canada.
If you are interested in this opportunity, why not consider a career for the Parks Canada Agency? We offer:
• Rewarding work in every corner of the country;
• Learning opportunities that promote individual and organizational excellence;
• An opportunity to experience our rich natural and cultural heritage first-hand;
• Employment with dedicated colleagues in a well-respected federal organization;
• An opportunity to connect with Canadians at their most valued natural and cultural treasures.
The results of this process will be used to fill potential seasonal, term/acting/assignment at level vacancies for the 2025 season. This process may also be used to fill future vacancies that may arise at the GL-MAN-03 group & level, in various locations, with full or part-time hours for various tenures, such as: Seasonal Indeterminate, Term, Acting Assignment or Assignment at level, depending on status of the selected candidate.
Positions to be filled: Number to be determined
Your résumé.
A response to a text question addressing the following:
Contact information for 3 references.
EDUCATION
Successful completion of secondary school according to provincial standards
Occupational Certification
• Standard First Aid
EXPERIENCE
• Experience working in remote areas.
• Experience in multi-day hikes, carrying an overnight pack.
• Experience is various construction methods relevant to the position.
• Experience working with hand tools including, but not limited to shovels, rakes, grubbing tools and/or handsaws.
• Experience working with power tools including, but not limited to corded and cordless tools for construction, brush saw, and weed trimmer.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Experience in travel by various forms; including horse, bike, boat, and helicopter.
KNOWLEDGE
• Knowledge of the use and maintenance of light mechanized equipment.
• Knowledge of trail construction and trail maintenance techniques.
• Understanding of Occupational Health & Safety as it relates to trail work and working in a remote setting.
English essential
Information on language requirements
ABILITIES
• Ability to hike 20 KM per day, carrying a heavy backpack & equipment.
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment associated with trail construction and maintenance.
• Ability to contribute and work within a team environment.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY
• Exercises sound judgment
• Takes responsibility
• Demonstrates integrity
• Strives for excellence
• Personally connects with people
ASSET OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
• Registered chainsaw proficiency
• Successful completion of the 20-hour Wilderness First Aid (or higher).
ASSET EXPERIENCE
• 1 yr. or more of Trail Maintenance experience. Working with other Parks Canada Field Unit(s) Trail Maintenance Programs, Provincial/Territorial, or community organized Trail Maintenance or Trail Builder Teams on a full-time basis.
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform and personal protective equipment.
• Willingness to provide and wear appropriate footwear.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and / or statutory holidays and provincial / territorial holidays.
• Willingness to travel and work in the Waterton Lakes Field Unit
• Extensive physical effort required to hike and / or work for prolonged periods of time.
• Be exposed to potential for injury when performing trail maintenance activities.
• Occasionally demonstrate tasks to others.
• Must be able to live and work up to 10 (days) duration in a remote location, and in varied weather conditions.
• Willingness to complete registered chainsaw proficiency training
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Obtain and maintain Reliability Status.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Will be required to undergo and pass pre-placement and periodic medical evaluation as outlined in Parks Canada Occupational Health Monitoring Program.
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
For tips to navigate the application process step by step, refer to the following site: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GW7P3g9hhI.
Please submit your completed application, including all of the above-mentioned documentation. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected.
The Parks Canada Agency is established as a separate employer in the Federal Public Service under the Financial Administration Act. Persons appointed to the Agency continue to be part of the Public Service. The Parks Canada Agency operates under its own human resources framework outside of the Public Service Employment Act and in line with values of fairness, competence and respect, and its operating principles.
In accordance with paragraph 8(2)(a) of the Privacy Act, information or material, whether provided directly by the candidate or otherwise obtained by the selection board, used during the selection process for the purpose of assessing a candidate may be used as part of the selection review and recourse processes. Such relevant information may be provided to third parties, such as other candidates or their representatives, who have a legitimate reason to be aware of that information.
Tips for applicants:
• Please provide complete and thorough details of your education and experience.
• Do not assume that the screening board has any previous knowledge of your background, qualifications, or work history. You must be specific and provide concrete examples/details for each Experience element, as applications will be screened only on the information provided.
• Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the competition.
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
Travel cost for individuals who are not Federal Public Servants will not be covered.
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.