Labourer 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

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The inventory
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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.

The advantage of an inventory is to apply only once. In addition, you will be considered for several job offers. Do not worry, even if your application is not selected for a job immediately, you remain in the inventory and you will still have opportunities to be selected. We therefore encourage you to submit an application ASAP as we have ongoing needs!

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What to expect after you apply?
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- Your application will be placed in the inventory;
- When there are job openings, managers could use the inventory to fill their positions;
- If your application is selected for further consideration, you’ll be notified by email.

Persons who are unable to apply on-line must contact the person listed below prior to the closing date.

Duties

Provides general maintenance, repair and labour services to support grounds, roads and facilities maintenance; construction and installations; and supports planning on such activities. Ensures workplace compliance to occupational health and safety requirements.

Work environment

The thundering sound of bison hooves resonates among the hills of the knob and kettle landscape. A gentle wind sighs through the aspen leaves, scattering their sweet smell across the forest floor. The distinct calls of waterfowl signal their flight over lush wetlands. Cautious elk pick their way through grassy plains.

Sound like your dream vacation?
Think again. It’s your dream Job.

Elk Island National Park is within Treaty 6 territory and the homeland of the Métis. Rolling hills, glassy lakes, star-filled prairie skies and a thousand shades of green all come together in Elk Island National Park – home to Canada’s bison conservation legacy and within the UNESCO designated Beaver Hills Biosphere. Elk Island is the only National Park that is completely fenced and is a highly accessible National Park due to its close proximity to the Edmonton capital region. Elk Island National Park is open year round for enjoyment in every season!

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates may be established through this process to staff identical or similar positions within Parks Canada Agency, whose tenure could vary depending on the position being staffed (i.e. determinate period or indeterminate) and whose language requirements, linguistic profiles and security requirements could also vary.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

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

EDUCATION:
High School diploma or a combination of training, education and experiences relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
• Experience in performing maintenance or landscaping tasks using a variety of tools and equipment.
• Experience in planning maintenance or landscaping tasks in a team environment.
• Experience in supervising a small work crew.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
• Knowledge of equipment and tools used in maintenance or landscaping.
• Knowledge in the planning and organization of maintenance or landscaping work.
• Knowledge of general occupational health and safety practices.
• Knowledge of general computer use.

COMPENTENCIES:
• Working effectively with others
• Takes responsibility
• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Exercises sound judgement

ABILITIES:
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work tasks.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

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

The following qualifications may be applied and/or assessed because they are beneficial in carrying out the duties of the position. They may be used in screening, assessment or determining right fit for this selection process, so please describe how you meet any of the following criteria:

Asset Qualifications:
• Preference may be given to persons with class 5 Drivers licence with air brake endorsement and/or equipment operators or relevant experience.
• Certification for chain saw use.

Conditions of employment

• Obtain and maintain Reliability Status Clearance.
• Obtain and maintain valid class 5 driver’s license or equivalent.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform and prescribed protective equipment.
• Willingness to work and/or travel in varied terrain, weather conditions, isolated locations and by various means of transportation.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays, when required.

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

📢 TIPS FOR APPLICANTS:
• Please provide complete and thorough details of your 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.
• 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.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

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

Contact information

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