Calling all Tradespeople in Victoria

Job Description

National Defence- Canadian Coast Guard - Integrated Technical Services

Selection process number
26-DND-EA-CCG-666589

Location
Victoria(British Columbia)

Salary
$29.20 to $42.51 per hour-(GL-MAN-05($29.20 to $31.73) GL-MAN-08($32.63 to $35.46) GL-MAN-10($35.17 to $38.24) GL-EIM-11($39.09 to $42.51))

Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Work environment
The Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) is a special operating agency within the Department of National Defence (DND). We work to ensure the safety of mariners in Canadian waters and protect Canada’s marine environment. We support Canada’s economic growth through the safe and efficient movement of maritime trade. We help to ensure our country’s sovereignty and security through our presence in Canadian waters. The CCG proudly serves 243,000 kilometers of Canada’s vast and rugged coastline, the longest coastline of any given country, and is one of the few federal agencies that provides direct, front-line services 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
The Department of National Defence (DND) is one of the largest federal government employers, offering over 70 types of civilian career opportunities. DND's role is to provide services and support to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in their operations and missions at home and abroad. The civilian workforce is an essential part of the Defence Team. Your knowledge and expertise contribute to the overall mission. In this regard, the department fosters a work environment where you have opportunities to learn, to develop your talents, to progress in your career and have job satisfaction over the long-term.
Together, DND and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) form the largest and most complex organization in Canada. DND's role is to provide services and support to the CAF in their operations and missions at home and abroad. DND and the CAF work side-by-side to fulfill the Government of Canada’s mission to defend Canada and Canadians and contribute to international peace, security, and stability efforts.What do we offer?
At DND we foster a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, learn, progress in their careers, and have job satisfaction over the long-term. You’ll enjoy:
✅ A career among a dynamic and dedicated team
✅ Opportunities for advancement
✅ A diverse, respectful, and inclusive work environment
✅ A total benefits package including a competitive salary, health and dental insurance plans, pension plan and a variety of leave entitlements

Intent of the process
This selection process will be used to staff positions within the Canadian Coast Guard in Victoria, BC. A pool of qualified candidates will be created and may be used to staff similar positions, on a temporary or permanent basis. Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

You need (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

❗ Essential qualifications are qualifications that you must meet in order to be considered for the position. This means that when you apply, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience listed below.

Stream 1: GL-EIM-11 Electrician

Occupational Certification:

• Possession of a Valid Inter-Provincial Journeyperson Trade Certification as an Electrician

Stream 2: GL-EIM-11 Mechanic

Occupational Certification:

• Possession of valid Inter-Provincial Journeyperson Trades Certification in one of the following:


• Heavy Duty Mechanic


• Automotive Mechanic

Stream 3: GL-MAN-10 Welder

Occupational Certification:

• Possession of a valid Inter-Provincial Journey Person trade Certification in Welding OR must hold or have held certifications 47.1 and or 47.2 through the Canadian Welding Bureau within the last year.

Experience:

• Experience in welding with the following processes:


• Shielded Metal Arc welding (SMAW) Steel


• Flux Cored Arc welding (FCAW) Steel


• Gas metal arc welding (GMAW) Steel and Aluminum


• Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Steel and Aluminum


• Oxy acetylene burning equipment

Stream 4: GL-MAN-08 Laborer/Operator

Occupational Certification:

• Certification in one of the following:


• 60 Tonne Masters Limited Certification, or successful completion of the Canadian Coast Guard Ridged Hull Inflatable Operators Training (RHIOT)

Experience:

• Experience in general/semi-skilled construction and maintenance of equipment

Stream 5: GL-MAN-05 General Laborer

Experience:

• Experience in general/semi-skilled construction and maintenance of equipment

Essential Qualifications for ALL StreamsAbilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively orally


• Ability to communicate effectively in writing

Personal Suitability:

• Initiative


• Judgement


• Dependability


• Demonstrating integrity and respect

Language requirements (essential for the job)

May be applied / assessed at a later date

❗ Asset qualifications are qualifications that may be required for the position. If you possess any of the qualifications listed below, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the qualification in your application.

Occupational Certification:

• Forklift operator's certification

Experience:

• Experience in construction, modification, maintenance, repair, or life cycle management of CCG Aids to Navigation, associated facilities or assets


• Experience working with helicopters


• Experience working at height


• Experience working in the Pacific marine environment and basic seamanship

▶ As means to support our military families and linked with the Department of National Defence priorities, consideration may be given to the spouses or common-law partners of serving Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.

Our commitment

We're 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 contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Selection may be limited to members of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous (Aboriginal) peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women.

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.