Maintenance Worker II

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.

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.
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Parks Canada is a participant in the Federal Government’s Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS), and is committed to helping youth, particularly those facing barriers to employment build their work experience. In support of this initiative, preference may be given to qualified candidates who identify as indigenous, visible minorities or persons with a disability. We encourage you to self-identify in your application.
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We will only accept on-line applications received via the jobs.gc.ca site. Persons who are unable to apply on-line must contact pc.rhugcbcotiere-coastalbcfuhr.pc@pc.gc.ca prior to the closing date.

To submit an application on-line, please select the button "Apply Online" below.

📌 Candidates who have previously applied on the 2021-CAP-CBC-FL-OC-079 competition do not need to apply again. Their applications have been retained.

Duties

You arrive at the picturesque, historic Fort Langley, built on this location in 1840 as a Hudson’s Bay Company Trading Post. As a member of the maintenance team you will support the goal to enhance the visitor experience and engage Canadians and other visitors in the learning, enjoyment, and appreciation of Canada’s natural and cultural heritage.

As part of the site maintenance team, you will collaborate to ensure that operations run safely and visitors receive a high quality experience. You will report to the Asset Support Technician to go over the daily tasks at hand.

Various tasks include grounds work, flower beds, parking lot and daily picnic areas, setting up for special events, painting, cleaning, recycling and organic waste management. You are responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of tools, mowers, grass trimmers, blowers, light truck, tractor and gator.

An important ongoing task is to ensure code compliance checks and inspections of all site assets are completed as scheduled. At your desk you will play an integral role in updating data to the asset management system known as Maximo. Computer work includes new projects, daily data entry and the use of Microsoft office tools. At of the end of the day, you leave assured that you are part of a team working to inspire Canadians to connect with one of Canada’s treasured places - the birthplace of BC.

Work environment

Parks Canada is a federal government agency responsible for the protection and presentation of Canada’s outstanding natural and cultural resources through a system of national parks, national marine conservation areas and national historic sites in all regions of Canada.

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values. Diverse teams bring different perspectives and creative ideas that benefit our clients, the communities we serve and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse abilities and from all backgrounds and identities.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to fill term and/or seasonal, full-time positions.

This process may be used to create a list of qualified candidates to staff similar positions with various tenures, security levels or linguistic requirements in same or other parts of the country.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION:
Graduation from secondary school OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
• Experience using and maintaining power tools and grounds equipment.
• Experience making basic measurements, estimates and calculating quantities.
• Experience performing general maintenance and/or repair work in an outdoor environment.
• Experience in the use of Microsoft software, such as: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
• Knowledge of Parks Canada mandate.
• Knowledge of Canada health & safety practices, such as, CLC (Canada Labour Code) or Work Safe BC.
• Knowledge of conducting basic installations and construction using semi-skilled, general building and installation methods.
• Knowledge of practices & procedures used in the conservation, preservation and restoration of heritage or culturally significant buildings, artifacts, structures and/or landforms.

ABILITIES:
• Ability to select, safely use and maintain equipment, hand and/or power tools for particular operations.
• Ability to conduct on-site inspections, maintain records and make recommendations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform work according to specifications/instructions.
• Ability to perform work according to safe worksite practices.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
• Effective Interpersonal relationships.
• Dependability.
• Initiative.
• Judgement.
• Team Player.

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

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Candidates with the following experience may receive extra credits in the assessment portion of the selection process:
• Experience in using an asset management system will be considered for extra credits.

Conditions of employment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
• Security Screening: Obtain and maintain Reliability Status.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays, when required.
• Willingness to travel and work in various terrain and weather conditions.
• Willingness to work in an outdoor environment for a prolonged period of time.
• Willingness to wear the appropriate Parks Canada Uniform and safety equipment, including steel-toed boots and follow safety procedures.
• Willingness to perform certain physical tasks as per job requirements (e.g. lifting up to 20 kg).

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

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.

For tips to navigate the application process step by step, refer to the following site:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GW7P3g9hhI.

Parks Canada is committed to the principles of diversity and employment equity under the Employment Equity Act, and strives to ensure that our workforce reflects the diverse nature of Canadian society. We encourage women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of a visible minority group to self-identify in their application.

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.

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.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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