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.
When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.
We will accept on-line applications received via the Public Service Resourcing System (GCJobs site) or via email at . If you are applying by email: you will need to provide a cover letter outlining how you meet each of the “Essential Qualifications”. You must provide specific examples to clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and the experience requirements listed under "Essential Qualifications".
We can’t make any assumptions about your experience. Simply saying you have the required qualifications or listing your current duties is not enough. Instead, provide concrete and detailed examples that clearly explain where, when, and how you gained the experience. We’ll only use your résumé as a secondary source of information. If you don’t clearly demonstrate you have the required experience, we won’t ask for additional information and you may be screened out.
For tips to navigate the application process step by step, refer to the following site: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GW7P3g9hhI
If at any point you are struggling with your application or have questions about what we are asking for, please reach out to one of the contacts listed at the bottom of this poster.
Provide general labour services to support grounds, roads, and facilities maintenance; construction and installation of new facilities/structures; archaeological activities; or other general labour requirements.
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⚖️ Work-life balance: We prioritize your well-being with an organizational culture and policies that support a balanced lifestyle.
📚 Training and professional development: Our commitment to continuous learning ensures you can grow and advance in your career.
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↗️ Transfer and promotion opportunities: We provide room for career growth, with opportunities to explore diverse roles within Parks Canada.
Parks Canada is a federal government agency responsible for the protection and presentation of Canada’s outstanding natural and cultural resources through a system of national parks, national marine conservation areas and national historic sites in all regions of Canada.
This process will be used to fill anticipated vacancies as full-time term employment opportunities arise in the Mainland Nova Scotia Field Unit. They are anticipated to be 3 months with the possibility of extension.
From the work locations currently listed on the poster, please clearly identify in your application the work location(s) in which you are prepared to work.
This process will be used to create a pool of qualified candidates to staff similar positions with various tenures, security levels or linguistic profiles in same or other parts of the country.
In support of achieving a representative workforce, preference may be given to qualified candidates who self-identify as belonging to an employment equity group such as Indigenous, Visible Minorities, or Persons with Disabilities.
*We will conduct an initial screening of applications on June 20, 2025.*
Positions to be filled: Number to be determined
Your résumé.
Contact information for 3 references.
Successful completion of Grade 10 or an equivalent to provincial standards.
EXPERIENCE
• Experience in general construction of various small structures such as board walks, platforms, fences, etc.
• Experience in the maintenance of turf, grounds, trails and other related labour duties.
• Experience in general and semi-skilled maintenance and repair of facilities, structures, equipment and utilities.
English essential
Information on language requirements
KNOWLEDGE
• Knowledge of labour work procedures for general construction and maintenance operations.
• Knowledge of safe working habits and regulations related to the Canada Labour Code.
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of various light motorized tools, hand tools, construction equipment and ATVs.
ABILITIES
• Ability to read and understand written instructions.
• Ability to carry out labour duties as directed.
• Ability to operate light motorized equipment.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing to a broad range of groups and individuals.
• Ability to inspect and report on the condition of facilities and structures.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Demonstrates integrity.
• Exercises sound judgment.
• Initiative.
• Reliability.
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Valid First Aid and CPR certificate at the standard level.
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions normally encountered from April through October in the central inland portion of Nova Scotia.
• Required to physically perform strenuous work and walk extended distances while carrying a load up to 40 kg.
• Required to wear a Parks Canada uniform as per the uniform policy.
• Required to wear appropriate protective clothing.
• Willingness to work overtime, holidays, weekends, after hours.
Reliability Status security clearance
Possess and maintain a valid Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent.
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.
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.
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.
You may be assessed using a variety of assessment tools, such as, but not limited to: written exams, interviews, reference checks, report examples etc. Please note that your overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, throughout the entire process may be used in the assessment of qualifications.
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.
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.