Maintenance Craftsperson

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Assessment accommodation

Duties

Participate in the operation and maintenance of a wide range of building systems.
Monitor and adjust control systems for optimal performance.
Respond to equipment emergencies and provide troubleshooting support to identify and remedy problems.
Carry out and assist in the development of the preventive and legislated maintenance program.
Perform inspection and repair for a variety of equipment within various building trade disciplines.

Work environment

At Natural Resources Canada, a federal government job means developing leadership skills, fostering teamwork, and supporting creativity and innovation. We know it takes people from diverse pools of talent to make this happen. That is why we are looking for people like you. As an employee at Natural Resources Canada you can enjoy diverse employment opportunities, a range of career development programs, and a learning culture that supports you to learn on an ongoing basis.

The Real Property and Environment Branch (RPEB) is a dynamic and forward-looking corporate services organization that aims to ensure that NRCan has optimal real property assets that enable the delivery of world class science programs while balancing sustainability and affordability. To respond to the Horizontal Fixed Asset Review, RPEB has embarked on an ambitious change agenda that involves leading NRCan through significant real property transformation as well as modernizing business practices, processes and systems. The organization is well connected to the Real Property Institute of Canada and works collaboratively with other government departments to share best practices, work collaboratively and problem solve together. NRCan has embraced the Hybrid work model in leading many innovative transformations in its workforce management, workplace, and technology.

Employees are encouraged to actively participate in a number of communities, such as: the Pride Network, the Indigenous Employee Network, which has launched a Circle of Nations Learning Centre, where all NRCan employees, both Indigenous and nonindigenous, come together to participate in traditional ceremonies; and the Visible Minority Advisory Council, with the vision to achieve a harmonious and inclusive workplace that is free of discrimination. NRCan is also a strong promoter of women in science and participates each year in numerous activities that promote women in the workforce.

As one of multiple Natural Resources Canada Forestry Research Centres, this position is based at the Pacific Forestry Centre in Victoria BC.

The incumbent will work as part of the facilities management team to provide building maintenance which supports the delivery of scientific research by our clients, as well as 24/7 standby coverage to ensure continuous operation of critical systems.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to fill one (1) term or indeterminate position.

A pool of (fully or partially) qualified candidates may be established through this process to staff identical or similar positions within Natural Resources Canada.

Applicants are advised to apply only if they wish to be considered for this Victoria-based opportunity and are willing and able to work on site 5 days per week.

Positions to be filled: 1

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:
Successful completion of secondary school OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Occupational certification:
Possess at least one of the following Technical Qualifications Certificates (TQ) valid in the Province of British Columbia; Fourth Class Power Engineering; Building Environmental Systems Operator Class II; Plumbing, Millwright, Electrical or HVAC; OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Experience:
Experience in the operation and maintenance of a major scientific research facility or other institution with mechanical, electrical, fire protection and energy management systems.
Experience in the operation and maintenance of a gas-fired hot water heating plant with computerized controls.
Experience in the operation and maintenance of refrigeration systems and controls, HVAC equipment and standby generators.
Experience in the safe operation and repair of a variety of shop tools such as welding and pipe threading machines, band, table and chop saws and/or drill press.

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

Asset / Experience:
Experience with low pressure steam boilers and steam sterilizing units would be an asset.

Asset / Knowledge:
Knowledge of applicable codes and regulations such as the Boiler and Pressure Vessels Act would be an asset.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
Knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration units, auxiliary pumps and re-circulation systems.
Knowledge of energy conservation measures, heat recovery systems and energy management systems.
Knowledge of safety practices applicable to hot water heating and refrigeration systems.
Knowledge of applicable codes and regulations such as the ASHRAE standards and Provincial guidelines.
Knowledge of the applicable preventative maintenance procedures of all HVAC systems and auxiliary equipment.

Abilities:
Ability to trouble-shoot various types of equipment within the facility, using a variety of measuring instruments, and complete the repairs.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to interpret data outputs, graphical displays, printouts and maintain operating records.
Ability to perform running maintenance and minor repair tasks.

Personal suitability:
Effective interpersonal relations
Flexibility
Initiative
Judgment
Team Player
Uphold Integrity and Respect

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Conditions of employment:
Willingness to work overtime including weekends occasionally.
Willingness to perform scheduled stand-by duty.
Must be comfortable working in tight, cramped and/or confined spaces.
Willing and able to lift 25 Kg (50 lbs).
Possess a valid driver’s license.

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

Employees of the Federal Public Service currently at the same group and level or equivalent may be considered for deployment before the other candidates.

The hiring organization will accept applications online only. All job applications must therefore be submitted through the Government of Canada jobs website. To submit an application online, please select the button “Apply Online” below. Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online are asked to contact the person named below.

It is our intention to communicate with candidates via email for assessment purposes. This will include communication of invitations to written tests and interviews. To that end, candidates must include a valid email 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 email systems block these types of email). It is also the candidate’s responsibility to ensure accurate information is provided and updated as required.

Candidates are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Candidates invited to an interview will be required to bring proof of their education credentials, in the form of a diploma or official transcript (original documents only). Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca.

Candidates from outside the public service may be required to pay for travel and relocation costs associated with this selection process.

Reference checks may be sought.
An interview may be administered.
A test may be administered.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

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.

Contact information

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