About the position
DutiesNatural Resources Canada (NRCan) has responsibility to continuously monitor, investigate, and report on natural hazards such as earthquakes and space weather events that occur in Canada and operates seismic, geodetic, and space weather monitoring stations across Canada in this capacity. The findings and alerts contribute to the safety of Canadians and critical infrastructure operations.
NRCan, through the Canadian Hazards Information Service (CHIS), is looking to support operation of these monitoring stations by adding members to an existing national-scale Field Operations team. This role encompasses a wide range of tasks including the design, construction, and operation of electronic equipment and geophysical monitoring instruments at remote stations throughout Canada, including the northernmost regions, as well as overseas. Main responsibilities will include station maintenance, remotely monitoring the transmission of data from the stations to CHIS data acquisition hubs and promptly taking corrective actions to ensure operational needs are met. Diverse and multi-faceted duties provide opportunity for expanding knowledge and expertise in a wide range of subjects.
Intent of the process
The immediate need is to fill one term (until July 31, 2026), English or French Essential position in Yellowknife, NWT.
A pool of (fully or partially qualified) candidates may be established through this process to staff identical or similar positions within Natural Resources Canada with various tenures, language requirements/ profile(s), security requirements, conditions of employment and for various locations.
Positions to be filled
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Conditions of employment
Reliability Status security clearance
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► Willing and able to do field work in remote locations (including extreme North in Canada), for up to 4 months a year in durations up to 5 weeks.
► Willing and able to drive field vehicles (including trucks, snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles).
► Willing and able to travel via helicopter, boat and small aircraft.
► Willing and able to work in confined spaces and on 10m high towers.
► Willing to work overtime as required for operations such as during field work and on weekends.
► Willing and able to lift and carry heavy objects up to 32kg, such as car batteries, over variable terrain.
► Valid driver’s license (Class 5 or Class G equivalent).
► Medical certificate (arranged by Natural Resources Canada at the time of hire).
► Must be willing and able to relocate to the position location.
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
► Completion of a secondary school diploma and completion of an acceptable training program in electronics technology or the employer-approved alternative.
The employer-approved alternative is as follows:
An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.
Note: Normally, an acceptable training program in electronics technology involves the completion of two to three years of post-secondary study in this subject.
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► Significant* and extensive** experience working as an electronic technologist or technician. Operation and maintenance of advanced analog and digital test and measurement devices (such as spectrum analyzer, digital signal generator, VSAT measuring devices, or other engineering test equipment).
► Designing, developing, testing, and repairing electronic equipment, such as working prototypes, monitoring instruments, communication devices and power supplies.
► Planning, organizing logistics, such as complex field trips, and documenting the process using spreadsheets or project planning software.
► Significant* experience performing manual labour and working with hand and power tools.
*Significant will be assessed on the basis of the scope, recent nature, complexity and diversity of the work performed.
**Extensive is defined as at least 3 years of experience.
Applied / assessed at a later date
► Knowledge of the theories and techniques of electronic circuitry, high-precision analog circuitry and systems.
► Knowledge of software tools such as spreadsheets, ticketing systems and inventory systems
► Knowledge of computer networking and data telemetry via mobile, ethernet, satellite and radio
► Knowledge of power supplies, such as AC to DC, DC to AC, photovoltaic.
► Ability to troubleshoot, repair and improve electronic equipment and systems.
► Ability to manage and conduct complex tasks under time pressure, emergency or rapidly evolving conditions.
► Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
► Ability to communicate effectively orally.
► Dependability
► Effective interpersonal skills
► Sound judgment
►Initiative
► Attention to details
You may need (asset qualifications)
May be applied / assessed at a later date
► Experience in installing and operating instruments.
► Experience operating snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles and driving with trailers.
► Experience maintaining and repairing small engines or vehicles or appliances.
► Knowledge of computer programming languages.
► Knowledge of Linux operating systems.
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.
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Selection may be limited to members of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous (Aboriginal) peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women.
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