We are 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 use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
*Northern residents who meet or exceed the qualifications stipulated in this selection process will be considered on a priority basis.
Northern resident means:
a) any person resident within the Local Government District of Churchill;
b) any person resident in any settlement along the Canadian National Railway “BayLine” from Bird northward;
c) members of the 5-Nations Cree Communities:
• Fox Lake Cree Nation (Mahkesiw Sakahikhan)
• York Factory First Nation (Kawéchiwásik)
• Shamattawa First Nation (Kischimattawow)
• Split Lake - (Tataskweyak Cree Nation)
• War Lake First Nation (Mooseocoot)
d) Inuit and Dene.
Applications will be accepted via the following:
By email at or online applications received via the jobs.gc.ca site or dropped off at the Parks Canada Administration Building located in the Train Station in Churchill, Manitoba.
Following are some of the benefits associated with applying online.
• Applicants can create a profile and a resume that can be used when applying for other processes without having to recreate a new application each time.
• Applicants can modify their application/resume at any time BEFORE the closing date indicated on the job advertisement.
• Applicants can verify the status of their applications, at any time.
• Applicants can be notified electronically of tests or interviews and results.
• For some jobs, applicants will find important information, namely the job questionnaire and a complete statement of merit criteria that are only available when applying online.
To submit an application online, please select the button "Apply Online" below.
Provides general maintenance, repair and labour services to support grounds, roads and facilities maintenance; construction and installations; and other general maintenance and repair requirements for the Parks Canada Agency.
This process will be used to fill 2 temporary positions in Churchill and York Factory, Manitoba. This process may be used to staff future vacancies on a term, indeterminate (permanent), acting or assignment basis.
Positions to be filled: 2
Your résumé.
• A high school or vocational diploma, or an acceptable combination of formal education (minimum 3 years of high school), training and experience.
• Experience in maintenance and repair of facilities and structures (e.g. trails, walkways, fences, railings, cribs, lean-tos, huts; campsites, shrubs, grass, beach areas, and culverts).
• Experience in using tools and equipment (e.g. power, mechanical, motorized) to instal structures (e.g. cribs, fences, posts, signs); and perform other general maintenance and repair tasks.
• Experience with inspection, maintenance, and repair of tools and equipment.
• Experience in the performance of vehicle maintenance.
• Experience in the operation of small boats, motors, and snowmobiles.
• Experience or willingness to work at heights.
• Experience using a computer for basic tasks including email and completing forms.
English essential
Information on language requirements
• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Thinking things through
• Working effectively with others
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Work shift-work, and/or weekends, and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays and occasionally extended overnight stays
• Wear a Parks Canada uniform and PPE as per the uniform policy and/or dress in period costume as per Parks Canada requirements
• Valid Possession and Acquisition License (PAL) or willingness to obtain a Possession and Acquisition License (PAL)
• Reliability Status security clearance
• Valid Class 5 driver's license (or equivalent)
• Selected candidates will be required to undergo and pass pre-placement and periodic medical checks; candidates and their dependents may also be required to undergo pre-placement and periodic medicals due to the isolated location of the positions
• Work and/or travel in varied terrains, weather conditions, isolated locations and by various means of transportation (boat, helicopter, snow machine, fixed wing small aircraft)
• Willingness to work in a remote location for an extended period of time
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.
Information on employment equity
For tips to navigate the application process step by step, refer to the following site: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GW7P3g9hhI
Parks Canada is committed to the principles of diversity and employment equity under the Employment Equity Act, and strives to ensure that our workforce reflects the diverse nature of Canadian society. We encourage women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of a visible minority group to self-identify in their application.
The Parks Canada Agency is established as a separate employer in the Federal Public Service under the Financial Administration Act. Persons appointed to the Agency continue to be part of the Public Service. The Parks Canada Agency operates under its own human resources framework outside of the Public Service Employment Act and in line with values of fairness, competence and respect, and its operating principles. In accordance with paragraph 8(2)(a) of the Privacy Act, information or material, whether provided directly by the candidate or otherwise obtained by the selection board, used during the selection process for the purpose of assessing a candidate, may be used as part of the selection review and recourse processes. Such relevant information may be provided to third parties, such as other candidates or their representatives, who have a legitimate reason to be aware of that information.
Tips for applicants:
• Please provide complete and thorough details of your education and experience.
• Do not assume that the screening board has any previous knowledge of your background, qualifications, or work history. You must be specific and provide concrete examples/details for each Experience element, as applications will be screened only on the information provided.
• Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the competition.
Communication for this process will only be sent via email. As the applicant, it is your responsibility to ensure accurate contact information is provided and that you inform our office via email of any updates as required. Ensure you include an email address you can access from home and that it accepts email from unknown users. You are strongly encouraged to check your email on a regular basis, including your junk mail folder.
All communication relating to this process, including e-mail correspondence and responses to screening questions, may be used in the assessment of qualifications, including the ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.