Armourer Technician Understudy

Royal Canadian Mounted Police- Contract and Indigenous Policing ServicesSelection process number25-RCM-EA-N-N-NCR-CIP-143527LocationOttawa(Ontario),Regina(Saskatchewan)Salary$59,291 to $74,534LevelEG-02-SP-TC-02Who can applyPersons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.Intent of the processThe immediate need is to staff four (4) positions on a term basis, with a linguistic profile of English Essential and an Enhanced Reliability Status security clearance. A pool of candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar positions within the RCMP on an indeterminate or specified period (including term, acting, or assignment) basis, with various linguistic profiles and various RCMP security clearances. Should a Civilian Member (CM) be found qualified and selected for appointment, the appointment will not result in a change of status to the Public Service (PS) category for the CM.Positions to be filled4Important messagesPersons who cannot apply online or persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online are asked to inform the contact persons responsible for this process prior to the closing date. You may also review jobs open to the public through INFOTEL at 1-800-645-5605. The INFOTEL number for persons using a TTY/TDD is 1-800-532-9397.**Please note that the position is currently under classification review. The current classification of the positions is EG-02 / SP-TC-02 however, as a result of a review, the position may be reclassified to a different level. Once the classification of the position is determined, we will have confirmation of the established level for this position. Should the classification not be completed upon completion of the process, we will proceed with appointments of qualified candidates at the EG-02 / SP-TC-02 group and level, and we will proceed with a reclassification of the employee afterwards.Conditions of employmentCoE1: Valid Medical ProfileNote: Selected candidates must pass a medical examination. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police is responsible for the medical clearance processCoE2: Enhanced Reliability StatusCoE3: Wear personal protective equipmentCoE4: Willingness to handle and test firearmsCoE5: Willingness to handle ammunitions and ordnanceCOE6: Possess a valid driver’s licenseAll applicants for positions within the Royal Canadian Mounted Police will be subject to a thorough security clearance process which includes an interview wherein questions may include (but not limited to), reference checks, previous employment, on-line activities, credit checks, alcohol and/or drug use.Operational RequirementsOR1: Willingness to work in a machine shop environmentOR2: Willingness and ability to travel for work and training when requiredOR3: Willingness and ability to work overtime, on weekends and variable hours as required to meet operational needsYou need (essential for the job)Your application must clearly explain how you meet the followingEducation:A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives (note 1)Note:The employer-approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are:A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; orAn acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.Candidates who already meet both of the following criteria must be accepted as meeting the secondary school diploma requirement:Candidates who have achieved a satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; andCandidates who have been appointed or deployed for an indeterminate period to a position in the EG classification.The opportunity to be assessed by at least one of the two employer-approved alternatives must be offered to candidates who have not previously met the secondary school diploma requirement.Candidates who were appointed or deployed on an indeterminate basis using an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience meet the secondary school requirement for the EG classification only and must be reassessed for entry to other classifications on the basis of this alternative.Experience:EX1: Experience working with machine shop equipmentEX2: Experience working with word processing and spreadsheet tools (for example, MS Word or MS Excel)Applied / assessed at a later dateKnowledgeK1: Knowledge of firearm safetyAbilitiesAB1: Ability to recognize unsafe situationsAB2: Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work in order to meet deadlinesAB3: Ability to communicate effectively orallyAB4: Ability to communicate effectively in writingAB5: Ability to perform basic arithmeticAB6: Ability to work as a part of a teamAB7: Ability to interpret blueprints or technical specificationsPersonal SuitabilityPS1: Attention to detailPS2: Demonstrating integrity and respectPS3: DependabilityPS4: InitiativeLanguage requirements (essential for the job)A.OC1: Successful completion of technical courses in machine shopA.OC2: Licensed Tradesperson from one of the following industrial trades: Machinist, Millwright, Tool & Die Fabricator, Mechanic or Industrial MechanicNote: 3rd and 4th year apprentices in these trades will be considered if completion of trade school and trade hours can be documentedA.OC3: Completion of a recognized armourer or gunsmithing course such as: Colorado School of Trades “Gunsmithing, “Centre de formation de la Haute Gatineau (Réparation d’armes à feu) or otherA.EX1: Experience working in mechanical or machining tradesA.EX2: Experience fabricating various tools, jigs, fixtures or gaugesA.EX3: Experience handling or repairing firearmsA.EX4: Extensive* experience in the firearms industry or in the field of firearms technology*Extensive experience is defined as the depth & breadth of experience normally associated with having performed a broad range of related activities for approximately three (3) yearsOur commitmentWe'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.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.Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr