Heavy Equipment Mechanic / Truck & Transport Mechanic

Duties
A job that takes your breath away! Start your career with the Highway Operations Team today!

What’s in it for you?

• Work/life balance — 4 days on and 3 days off per week!
• Benefits – Extended medical, and dental after 3 months. (for positions 6 months in duration or longer).
• Pension Plan
• Guaranteed full-time hours.
• Opportunity to grow and apply to internal positions across the Public Service.
• The chance to live and work in some of the most iconic mountain environments.

Provides skilled mechanical maintenance, repair, and modification of heavy and light vehicles and equipment in a Parks Canada Agency field unit or service center.

Work environment
Experience what it’s like to live and work with the mountains on your doorstep! The Highway Operation Unit spans all through the Mountain National Parks, including Jasper, Banff, Lake Louise/Yoho, Kootenay, and Mount Revelstoke & Glacier. Our employees play a critical role in keeping highways safe and maintained year-round.

We offer an engaging work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement. Our diverse teams are made up of drivers, mechanics, welders, and supervisory roles. Become a part of our dynamic team today!

Intent of the process
The immediate need is to fill a one-year term vacancy in Rogers Pass, BC. However, a qualified list may also be established to fill future needs- indeterminate, term, acting throughout the Highway Operations Unit.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

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

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
Heavy Equipment Technician OR Truck and Transport Mechanic Certified Journeyperson

EXPERIENCE
EX1: Experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy-duty trucks and equipment.
EX2: Experience in the repair of diesel- and gas-powered engines including internal combustion engines, transmissions, suspensions, electrical, steering, braking, and drive systems.
EX3: Experience in the maintenance and repair of hydraulic systems
EX4: Experience in the maintenance and repair of air brake systems

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

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
K1: Knowledge of preventative maintenance principles, procedures, and regulations.
K2: Knowledge of troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques.
K3: Knowledge of health and safety policies and procedures.

ABILITIES
A1: Ability to read mechanical drawings.
A2: Ability to communicate effectively.
A3: Ability to manage conflicting priorities; to multitask and work under pressure.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY
PS1: Exercises sound judgment.
PS2: Takes responsibility.
PS3: Demonstrates integrity.
PS4: Works well with others

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:
AQ1: Possession and maintenance of a class 1, 2, or class 3 driver’s license

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires the incumbent to:
• Conduct repetitive tasks;
• Make moderate* to heavy** physical efforts, including lifting supplies, tools, and equipment and standing for prolonged periods.

* Moderate is defined as lifting 50 lbs maximum with frequent lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs.
** Heavy is defined as lifting 100 lbs maximum with frequent lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs.

Physical Effort:
The work requires working in awkward or confined positions in and under equipment with regular requirements to manipulate heavy objects such as tires, transmissions, transfer boxes, and vehicle attachments. The work requires pulling, pushing, bending, lifting, moving, manipulating, and positioning heavy and awkward components and assemblies either by hand or using devices such as slings and other supports. Many objects/components will weigh more than 25 kilograms.

Conditions of employment
• Reliability Status security clearance
• Possession of a valid class 5 driver's license or equivalent
• Willingness to wear identifier clothing and personal protective equipment;
• Willingness to travel and/or work in a variety of weather conditions and terrain for extended periods;
• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays, provincial/territorial holidays and call back or standby duty;
• Candidates may be required to undergo and meet the requirements for a medical examination/pre-employment medical examinations and periodic medical checks.

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.