Trades Helper

TRH Trades Helper

Departmental; Seasonal

34 weeks

Environment and Climate Change

Manitoba Parks, Parks and Trails

Asessippi Provincial Park MB

Advertisement Number: 42805

Salary(s):   TRH $1,597.60 - $1,920.00 bi-weekly

Closing Date:   May 3, 2024

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.

The Manitoba Government has a comprehensive benefits package, which includes extended health care, group life insurance, family related leave, and a pension plan.

Manitoba Parks is seeking a qualified individual to fill one (1) Trades Helper (TRH) position at Asessippi Provincial Park. 

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must be physically able to perform the duties assigned to the position which may include some moderate lifting, bending, walking, sitting and standing for long periods of time. 
• Must possess and maintain Manitoba Class 1 Water Treatment, Water Distribution, and Small Wastewater Systems Certification. (Or be willing and able to acquire and maintain certification within three (3) years of the employment start date. In order to register for courses to obtain certification, Grade 12 education, GED diploma or approved apprenticeship completion is a pre-requisite.)
• Must possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s licence
• Must be able to work with paints, solvents and chemicals.

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Experience performing and/or assisting with the tasks of one or more trades such as plumbing, carpentry, or mechanical related work and use of the associated tools.
• Experience performing grounds maintenance i.e. mowing grass, trimming trees and landscaping.
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of equipment (light pick up & crew cab trucks, sewer trucks, tractors, mowers, sprayers, chainsaws, gas powered trimmers).
• Ability to work independently and effectively under minimal supervision.

Desired:

• Experience leading a team and providing direction to staff.
• Experience performing janitorial duties.
• Knowledge of Manitoba Workplace Safety and Health Act and Regulations.
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of public water and wastewater systems.

Duties:
Under the supervision of the Park Works Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for performing a variety of tasks, involving the regular use of tools to perform trades work such as plumbing, carpentry, mechanical and other tasks, related to maintenance, operations and construction activities within  Asessippi Provincial Park and occasionally other Provincial Parks areas within the Region. Under the guidance and direction of the Park Works Supervisor the incumbent ensures that the water and wastewater systems are operated, maintained and repaired as per established guidelines, regulations, standards and code.

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Candidates are required to submit a cover letter and/or resume that clearly indicates how you meet the qualifications.  

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Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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