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Correctional Service Canada · Several cities · GLPIP09 · Open to the public

Open May 5 to May 26, 2026

Applications
12
in 21 days
Screened in
83%
10 of 12
Employment equity groups
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Canadian citizens
67%
8 people

Who applied

Share of all 12 applications. People can be in more than one group.

Employment equity

Women Unknown
Visible minorities Unknown
Indigenous peoples Unknown
Persons with disabilities Unknown

Language

English Unknown
French Unknown

Status

Citizens 8 · 67%
Not citizensIncludes permanent residents 4 · 33%

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Plumber

Correctional Service Canada - Technical Services

Closing date: May 26, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

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Reference number
PEN26J-024160-000566
Selection process number
2026-PEN-EA-ATL-201168
Location
Dorchester (New Brunswick), Renous (New Brunswick)
Salary
$35.57 to $38.70 per hour
Level
GL-PIP-09 - Plus applicable allowances - Correctional service specific duty allowance ($2140/year), Commuting Assistance, Inmate Training Differential (Dorchester only – 7%)
Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
Organization information
For further information on the organization, please visit Correctional Service Canada.

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About the position

Work environment
The positions are located in federal correctional institutions. Tradespersons employed in these areas are responsible to support the maintenance of the institutions and may directly supervise and train inmates.
Important messages
Candidates must clearly demonstrate in their responses that they meet the essential education and experience qualifications. It is NOT sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Rather you must clearly demonstrate HOW, WHEN, and WHERE the qualification was met through substantiation by examples. Information on your described skills, experience, etc. provided in the screening questions should be supported by your resume. Failure to provide sufficient information will result in the candidate being screened out and rejected from the process.
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Requirement to lift and carry items weighing up to 23 kilograms.
Valid driver’s license.

Operational Requirements

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Willingness and ability to travel to various locations.
Willingness to work within correctional facilities.
Willingness to work with/or instruct inmates where applicable.
Willingness to work overtime, holidays, shift-work for a 24/7 institutional establishment.
Willingness and ability to perform testing and work on backflow prevention devices, as well to obtain a backflow prevention tester certification if not already certified.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
Possession of a valid Journeyperson Plumber Certification (Provincial or Interprovincial).
EXPERIENCE
Experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water, sewage, plumbing and various piping systems and lines in a manufacturing, industrial or institutional environment.
Experience interpreting and applying safety precautions and practices associated with plumbing work.
Applied / assessed at a later date
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of workplace health and safety.
ABILITIES
Ability to use and provide instruction on the use of plumbing equipment and tools.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY
Attention to detail
Initiative
Team Player
Dependability

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date
English essential

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You may need (asset qualifications)

May be applied / assessed at a later date
EDUCATION
Successful completion of any work related continuing education courses related to relevant facility maintenance or workplace safety.

Learn more about degree equivalency.

EXPERIENCE
Experience in the installation, repair and maintenance of natural gas supply and distribution systems.
Experience working in a correctional facility.

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.

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Equity, diversity and inclusion

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.

Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.

Preference

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.

Learn more about preference to veterans.

How to apply

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Information you must provide
  • Your résumé

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

Hiring organization contact

Name: Daniel Dignard – A/Regional Manager, Engineering & Maintenance
Email address: 
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