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AMENDMENT - Closing date extended to September 7, 2026!

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 Property Management team as an Oil Burner Mechanic. This position Installs, maintains, and repairs oil burners and related components and systems and performs minor plumbing and mechanical systems installations, repairs and maintenance ensuring the safe, productive, and reliable provision of specific heating, plumbing and mechanical services, within a wide variety of Yukon Government facilities in the Northern Region.

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.

- Journeyman oil burner mechanic with a interprovincial Red Seal certificate
- Experience troubleshooting, installing, maintaining and repairing oil burners and related components and systems
- Basic computer skills would be an asset (Microsoft Outlook, Word, etc.)

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:

- Knowledge of the principles and practices of the oil burner trade, operation and maintenance of mechanical and HVAC systems in large buildings
- Ability to set priorities, diagnose and research solutions
- Knowledge of safe working practices, with a proactive approach to safety
- Excellent oral and written communication skills

Conditions of Employment

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

- Red Seal Journeyman’s Oil Burner Certificate
- RCMP Vulnerable Sector Check
- Yukon Class 5 driver’s licence.

Job Requirements

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

- Travel throughout the territory
- Work in adverse weather conditions
- Use personal protective equipment

For more information about this position, please contact: Louis Gerberding, Superintendent, Northern Region at [email protected].

For more information on what is happening at HPW, we encourage you to check us out on Yukon.ca and Facebook.

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within Highways and Public Works, please contact: Kim Bachelder HRC I, at [email protected].

📌 Oil Burner Mechanic - (68130) (Yukon)
🏢 Government of Yukon
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