Job Summary

Company Parks Canada Type Non-Apprenticeship Position Type Full Time Positions 1 Location Revelstoke - Rogers Pass, BC Salary $35.18 - $38.24 / hour Date Posted Nov 27, 2024 Job Start Date Dec 10, 2024 Close Date Jan 07, 2025 Apply Now

Qualifications

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

Successful completion of secondary school according to provincial standards or an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience.

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION

• Interprovincial certificate in carpentry (Red Seal) or provincial journeyman certificate in carpentry. Preference may be given to candidates possessing a Red Seal.
• Class 5 driver’s license or provincial equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

• EX1: Substantial experience in the carpentry trade in a maintenance shop environment;
• EX2: Experience in maintenance of residential and light industrial buildings.

KNOWLEDGE

• K1: Knowledge of current methods and practices related to structural repair and maintenance;
• K2: Knowledge of current codes, statutes, and regulations related to carpentry.

ABILITIES

• A1: Ability to communicate effectively;
• A2: Ability to use and instruct others on carpentry related tools and equipment;
• A3: Ability to plan and problem solve;
• A4: Ability to review and interpret conceptual plans, building/construction plans;
• A5: Ability to work independently and assess and adjust priorities.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

• PS1: Works well with others
• PS2: Sound judgement
• PS3: Initiative
• PS4: Personally connects with people

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

ASSET EXPERIENCE

• AEX1: Experience in operating a water treatment plant and/or wastewater treatment plant
• AEX2: Experience in maintenance of historical buildings
• AEX3: Experience in maintenance of outdoor structures/facilities

Conditions of employment

• Reliability status
• Possession and maintenance of a Class 5 driver’s license.
• Willingness to report to work in Rogers Pass, BC
• Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform and/or prescribed protective equipment
• Willingness to work shiftwork, weekends, and/or holidays as required
• Willingness to work and/or travel in varied terrain, weather conditions, isolated locations and by various means of transportation

Description/Duties

Selection process number: 2024-CAP-MRG-EA-038
Parks Canada - Mount Revelstoke & Glacier National Parks
Rogers Pass, BC
GL-WOW-10
$35.18 to $38.24 per hour

Closing date: 7 January 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Duties

• Carry out specialized carpentry as well as general labour building maintenance repairs to Parks Canada facilities.
• Conduct and document inspections as part of the code compliance program.
• Provide oversight and training to other Parks Canada staff on the safe operation of a variety of portable and stationary power tools.
• Assist and work together with other trades staff such as plumbers and laborers with their maintenance or construction activities.
• Review/draft statements of work and oversee contractors carrying out work at Parks Canada facilities.
• Fabricate a variety of items/components from wood or other materials in a carpentry shop; construct concrete forms and small buildings, structures and moulds for pre-cast components; and make interior/exterior building alterations.
• Identify, report, and repair building facility deficiencies.
• Travel on major highway in adverse weather conditions.
• Working conditions involve working indoor and outdoor (in all weather conditions)
• Physical work involves bending, crouching, lifting, walking, handling heavy tools.
• Advise on and maintain facilities to appropriate code standards.
• Take leadership role on building/construction projects including the direction of labour staff.
• Assist with snow removal around Parks Canada facilities

What’s in it for you?

• Benefits – Extended medical, dental after 3 months.
• Pension Plan
• Work/life balance — semi-compressed schedule (rotating two week schedule: 5 days on, 2 days off / 4 days on, 3 days off).
• Guaranteed full time hours.
• Opportunity to grow and apply to internal positions across the Public Service.

Work environment
Experience what it’s like to live and work with two national parks on your doorstep. Mount Revelstoke and Glacier national parks are known for their vibrant wildflower displays in the summer and abundance of snow during the winter, perfect for enjoying some time on the slopes!

Here at Mount Revelstoke and Glacier, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Diverse teams bring different perspectives and creative ideas that benefit visitors, the communities we serve and all of us as colleagues.

Become a part of our dynamic team today!

Intent of the process
The immediate need is to staff one permanent full-time position.

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.

Information you must provide

• Your résumé.
• Contact information for 2 references.

Contact information
Human Resources - Mount Revelstoke & Glacier National Parks:  [email protected]