Parks Canada - Highway Operations Unit

Closing date: August 13, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Reference number
CAP26J-022695-000112

Selection process number
2026-CAP-HOU-EA-020

Location
Lake Louise-Yoho Operating Area (Lake Louise, AB)
Banff-Kootenay Operating Area (Banff, AB)

Salary
$37.85 to $41.12 per hour - salary under review

Level
GL-VHE-10

Who can
All persons who have legal status to work in Canada. Please indicate in your application the reason for which you are entitled to work in Canada: Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status or work permit.

Organization information
For further information on the organization, please visit Parks Canada.

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About the position

Conditions of employment

Operational Requirements

You need (essential for the job)

Language requirements (essential for the job)

You may need (asset qualifications)

Our commitment

Equity, diversity and inclusion

How to

Additional links

Hiring organization contact

About the position

Duties
A job that takes your breath away! Start your career with the Highway Operations Team today!

What’s in it for you?

- Work/life balance — 4 days on and 3 days off per week!
- Benefits – Extended medical, dental after 3 months. (for positions 6 months in duration or longer).
- Pension Plan
- Guaranteed full time hours.
- Opportunity to grow and to internal positions across the Public Service.
- The chance to live and work in some of the most iconic mountain environments.

Provides skilled mechanical maintenance, repair and modification of heavy and light vehicles and equipment in a Parks Canada Agency field unit or service center.

Work environment
Experience what it’s like to live and work with the mountains on your doorstep! The Highway Operation Unit spans all through the Mountain National Parks, including Jasper, Banff, Lake Louise/Yoho, Kootenay, and Mount Revelstoke & Glacier. Our employees play a critical role in keeping highways safe and maintained year round.

We offer an engaging work environment with chance for growth and advancement. Our diverse teams are made up of drivers, mechanics, welders, and supervisory roles. Become a part of our dynamic team today!

Intent of the process
The immediate need is to fill an indeterminate vacancy in Lake Louise, AB. However, a qualified list may also be established to fill future needs- indeterminate, term, acting throughout the Highway Operations Unit.

Important messages
When you to this selection process, you are not ing 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.
Persons who are unable to on-line must contact the person listed below prior to the closing date.

In your application, include contact information for 2 references. One reference needs to be a recent* direct supervisor, and the second a past supervisor.

- Recent is defined as within the last 5 years.

Travel cost for individuals who are not Federal Public Servants will not be covered.

Conditions of employment

- Reliability Status security clearance
- Possession of a valid class 5 drivers license or equivalent
- Willingness to wear identifier clothing and personal protective equipment;
- Willingness to travel and/or work in a variety of weather conditions and terrain for extended periods of time;
- Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays, provincial/territorial holidays and call back or standby duty;
- Candidates may be required to undergo and meet the requirements for a medical examination/pre-employment medical examinations and periodic medical checks.

Operational Requirements

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires the incumbent to:

- Conduct repetitive tasks;
- Make moderate* to heavy** physical efforts, including lifting supplies, tools and equipment and standing for prolonged periods.

- Moderate is defined as lifting 50 lbs maximum with frequent lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs.

** Heavy is defined as lifting 100 lbs maximum with frequent lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs.

Physical Effort:
The work requires working in awkward or confined positions in and under equipment with regular requirements to manipulate heavy objects such as tires, transmissions, transfer boxes, and vehicle attachments. The work requires pulling, pushing, bending, lifting, moving, manipulating and positioning heavy and awkward components and assemblies either by hand or using devices such as slings and other supports. Many objects/components will weigh in excess of 25 kilograms.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION

Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician OR Truck and Transport Mechanic Certified Journeyperson*





- Occupational certification to be interprovincial or completed in the province of Alberta.

EXPERIENCE

EX1: Experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy duty trucks and equipment.
EX2: Experience in the repair of diesel- and gas-powered engines including internal combustion engines, transmissions, suspensions, electrical, steering, braking, and drive systems.
EX3: Experience in the maintenance and repair of hydraulic systems
EX4: Experience in the maintenance and repair of air brake systems

Applied / assessed at a later date

KNOWLEDGE
K1: Knowledge of preventative maintenance principles, procedures, and regulations.
K2: Knowledge of troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques.
K3: Knowledge of health and safety policies and procedures

ABILITIES
A1: Ability to read mechanical drawings.
A2: Ability to communicate effectively.
A3: Ability to manage conflicting priorities; to multitask and work under pressure.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY
PS1: Exercises sound judgment.
PS2: Takes responsibility.
PS3: Demonstrates integrity.
PS4: Works well with others

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

English essential

Learn more about language requirements.

You may need (asset qualifications)

May be applied / assessed at a later date

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:
AQ1: Possession and maintenance of a class 1, 2, or class 3 driver’s license

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.

Learn more about assessment accommodation.

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 .

Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.

How to

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Information you must provide

- Your résumé
- Contact information for 2 references

We'd like to thank all those who . However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Additional links

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Hiring organization contact

Name: Human Resources - Highway Operations Unit
Email address: [email protected]

📌 Heavy Equipment Mechanic / Truck & Transport Mechanic (Canada)
🏢 Parks Canada
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