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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.
Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard are stronger and most effective when we reflect the diversity of the Canadian population we serve. In support of achieving a diversified workforce, first consideration may be given to candidates self-declaring as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and Women. As part of your application to this selection process, we invite you to self-declare which employment equity group(s) you belong to. To learn more, visit our website on Self-declaring for Government of Canada jobs.
Overhaul, maintenance, repair and fitting-out of small vessels, for Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) operational programs, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) programs, such as Science, Hydrography, Conservation & Protection, Fisheries Management, and other government departments. Ensures small vessels meet Transport Canada marine safety self-inspection regulatory requirements.
Develops, recommends and/or implements economically and environmentally sustainable practices in support of the Life Cycle Asset Management System (LCAMS) program and CCG and DFO priorities.
Carries out the new installation and preventative and corrective maintenance (including overhaul, refit, repair, configuration changes, tests and inspection) of hull, mechanical and electrical systems on small vessels, small craft and their trailers and other associated equipment.
A pool could be created for appointments at similar positions at Canadian Coast Guard with employment tenures, language requirements, security requirements and work locations that may vary depending on the needs of the positions being staffed.
Positions to be filled: Number to be determined
Your résumé.
STUDIES
A secondary school diploma.
OR
A professional studies diploma in a field relevant to the duties of the position, such as Heavy duty equipment mechanics(#7312)*, Automotive service technician (#7321), Recreational vehicle mechanics (#7334) or a combination of experience and/or education related to the position to be filled.
*Visit the National Occupational Classification website to see alltrades related to the three stated categories and that could beconsidered within this selection process : https://noc.esdc.gc.ca/?GoCTemplateCulture=en-CA
EXPERIENCE
Experience in the recreational marine industry as an outboard engine mechanic or experience gained through training in the field related to the position to be filled.
ORGANIZATIONAL NEED
Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard are committed to establishing and maintaining a workforce representative of the population it serves. In order to achieve this representative workforce, preference may be given to candidates who, at the time of application, indicate that they are belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups (self-declaration): Indigenous peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and Persons with Disabilities.
French essential
Information on language requirements
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of troubleshooting techniques to repair mechanical or structural problems on small vessels and trailer.
ABILITIES
Ability to interpret electrical, fuel and air system diagrams.
Ability to interpret mechanical component drawings.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
PERSONNAL SUITABILITIES
Working effectively with others
Initiative
Judgment
OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION (ASSET)
BRP and/or Yamaha and/or Mercury outboard motor technician certificate
Reliability Status security clearance
Valid Health Canada medical.
Willingness and be able to work in small and confined spaces, and under adverse weather conditions.
Willingness and ability to wear the necessary personal protective equipment as required by the duties of the position.
Willingness and be able to travel by car, plane or boat.
Willingness and be able to work overtime.
Valid Driver's license.
Willingness and ability to travel on short notice.
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 this selection process, our intention is to communicate with applicants by 𝗘-𝗠𝗔𝗜𝗟 for screening/assessment purposes (including issuing screening results and sending invitations for written tests and interviews). 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲 𝗮 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗱 𝗲-𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure that this address is functional and that it accepts messages from unknown users (some e-mail systems block these types of e-mails). It is recommended to include an alternate e-mail address in your profile. It is also the candidate's responsibility to ensure accurate information is provided and updated as required.
Your application and your answers to the screening questions may be used to assess your ability to communicate effectively in writing.
All information obtained throughout the selection process, from time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate merit criteria.
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.