Labourer Fleet Vehicle Agency Full Time

This competition is to fill one (1) permanent full-time position

Join Our Team at the Department of Highways and Public Works!

Are you ready to make a positive impact on Yukon communities? The Department of Highways and Public Works provides the necessary structure that makes life in Yukon possible. Together, we are committed to uphold the values of safety, innovation, teamwork, and leadership in our everyday work.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join our Corporate Services team. This position is responsible for ensuring that Fleet Vehicle Agency (FVA) vehicles are cleaned and dispatch ready. The position also instructs clients how the vehicle operates, performs basic service calls within or near Whitehorse City limits, including boosting vehicles and changing flat tires for clients (city or highway conditions). Often working outdoors, this position contributes to facility maintenance by shoveling, sweeping, cleaning, weed whacking, around the buildings and yard compound. Other equipment used in the course of the position include snow blowers, front end loaders, and miscellaneous power and hand tools. The position also routinely works with high-heat, high-pressure equipment while cleaning vehicles. Some office duties include entering work order details into the Fleet Management system, some data entry and notifying clients when vehicles are ready for pickup

For more information on what we offer, terms and conditions of employment, how to apply, and tips on how to prepare and submit your resume, please visit: Careers in the Government of Yukon (yukoncareerpaths.ca)

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume; ensure you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positions.

• Experience with vehicle operation and maintenance in a workplace setting,
• Experience providing excellent customer service,
• Experience washing and cleaning vehicles (detailing) in a workplace setting,
• Experience using Microsoft Office.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills And Suitability

The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture. Key competencies for success in this role include:

• Ability to work independently and as a contributing member of a team,
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and accuracy in your work,
• Ability to problem solve using tact and diplomacy,
• Proactive approach to a safe and respectful work environment,
• Experience using and applying WHMIS practices in the workplace,
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills,
• Strong work ethic,
• Willingness to learn to operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment.

Conditions of Employment

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following condition(s) of employment:

• Valid Yukon class 5 driver’s license;
• Must obtain and maintain WHMIS (within 1 month of hire)

Job Requirements

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following job requirements:

• Work in adverse weather conditions,
• Ability to lift 30 kilograms,
• Work in a wet environment,
• Mandatory use of personal protective equipment

Additional Information

For more information about this position, please contact: Denver Leiske, Operations Supervisor, Fleet Vehicle Agency, Denver.Leiske@yukon.ca

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If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within Highways and Public Works, please contact: Katrina Dobush, at Katrina.Dobush@yukon.ca

Eligibility List

12 months