This is to fill a 1-year Term position, Temporary Assignments will be considered

Highways and Public Works – who we are

Employees at Highways and Public Works are responsible for ensuring safe and efficient public highways, airstrips, buildings, and information systems. Our collective vision is to make a difference in the lives of Yukoners. At all levels of our organization, we value leadership, innovation, teamwork, and keeping our people safe. Our priorities are to be client focused, to support our people, to build sustainably, and to advance reconciliation throughout Yukon.

This opportunity…

In the Mechanical Operations unit, we are committed to providing a cost effective service for our fleet of highway maintenance equipment. We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual that has the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Reporting to the Manger of Mechanical Operations, the ideal candidate will have experience supervising mechanical staff in a shop environment including evaluating performance, establishing work plans and coordinating scheduled workloads to maximize efficiency. They will also have experience directing the repair of heavy equipment units including ongoing maintenance and emergency repair.If you are interested in this opportunity, please review this information: Apply on a job | Government of Yukon

Essential Qualifications (what we’re looking for in your resume):

• Experience managing a team/people, such as:
  • leading, mentoring, coaching,
  • resolving conflicts, miscommunications, or problems; using prescribed programs to help facilitate a positive and productive work environment and general management of a team.
  • delegating individual responsibilities and projects to team members and contractors.
• Experience in coordinating daily task according to priorities and plans; establish methods to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other groups.
• Experience maintaining a safety program; emphasizing safe use of tools, proper PPE, safety inspections, meetings, and ensuring safe working conditions.
• Experience with managing and obtaining materials and supplies; working with other groups to achieve timely material requests to help maintain productivity.
• Experience working as a ticketed Red Seal Heavy Equipment Mechanic

If your resume shows education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above, your application may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability (what candidates will be assessed on):

• Safety and service orientation
• Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance
• Knowledge of regeneration systems
• Knowledge of electronic controls for hydraulic systems
• Adaptable to changing priorities
• Promotes respect, dependability and reliability
• Developing People
• Modeling Interpersonal Skills and Personal Responsibility
• Influencing Others
• Thinking Strategically
• Leading Change and Innovation

Conditions of Employment

• Red Seal Heavy Equipment Mechanic certification (upon hire),
• Valid Class 5 Yukon Driver's Licence (upon hire),
• Valid Class 3 Driver’s Licence with air endorsement (must be obtained within 6 months of hire),
• WHMIS (must be obtained within 6 months of hire)

Job Requirements

Lift heavy objects, use of personal protective equipment, work in adverse weather conditions, work at heights of 6-10 feet, willingness to guide and work with apprentice mechanics.

Additional Information

• Learn about a career with Yukon Government Find a career in the Yukon | Recruitment Marketing (yukoncareerpaths.ca)

• Find out what we offer our employees
• See why Yukon government has been identified as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers since 2014

Questions?

If you have questions about this position, please contact Chris Dunbar, Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Foreperson at Chris.Dunbar@Yukon.ca

If you have questions about applying on a job with Yukon government or if you need an accommodation for this staffing process, please contact JC (Jennifer Collon), HR Consultant, Jennifer.Collon@Yukon.ca