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Skilled Tradesperson
Organization:
Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport
Division:
Fort William Historical Park / Maintenance and Facility Services
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Term:
1 Temporary annually recurring seasonal contract for up to 10 months per year
Job Code:
94022 - Artisan 2
Salary:
$23.59 - $26.18 Per Hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Fort William Historical Park (FWHP) is one of the largest living history attractions in North America. The park provides cultural, heritage, entertainment and educational experiences for residents and visitors to Northwestern Ontario.
We have a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to perform various historic skilled trades exhibited at the Park. We offer creative, challenging and hands-on work, and an opportunity for you to learn old world period trades from specialized tradespersons.
PLEASE NOTE: This position may require you to attend overnight functions, travel to out of town events and off-hour programs, and work on holidays and weekends.
What can I expect to do in this role?
In this role, you will:
• receive specialized technical training from the Cooper, Armourer/Blacksmith, Canoe Builder/Shipwright and Tinsmith in various historic skilled trades
• provide skilled tradesperson support, and assume increased responsibility to work alone and demonstrate skills to clients and visitors
• participate in the demonstration of methods, techniques, tools and materials utilized in the early 19th century
• participate in historical demonstrations, pageants, festivals, special events, education and outreach programs
How do I qualify?
Mandatory
• You must possess a valid class G driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario.
Technical expertise:
• You can provide support to specialized tradespersons (e.g., Cooper, Armourer/Blacksmith, Canoe Builder/Shipwright and Tinsmith).
• You can accurately use period and contemporary techniques, tools, machinery, equipment and materials.
• You have mechanical skills, manual dexterity and trades aptitude to be competent in a diverse set of 19th century trades skills.
Analytical and organizational skills:
• You can follow instructions and procedures, and have attention to detail to ensure work is performed in accordance with established standards.
• You can organize workload, and provide support to multiple tradespersons.
Communication and interpersonal skills:
• You can interact effectively with the public, and participle in interpretive demonstrations.
• You are comfortable with public speaking and performing in front of a crowd.
Program knowledge:
• You have basic knowledge of the role of 19th century artisans.
• You have knowledge of FWHP programs and services.
Health and safety knowledge:
• You are able to interpret and apply the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and other relevant legislation and regulations.
• You are able to apply health and safety measures, including those pertaining to the handling of various trades-related materials.
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 10 months, 1350 King Rd, Thunder Bay, North Region, Vulnerable Sector Check
Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Schedule:
4
Category:
Maintenance and Trades
Posted on:
Friday, August 23, 2019
Note:
- In accordance with the Ontario Public Service (OPS), Employment Screening Checks Policy (ESCP), the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Refer to the above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.
You will be responsible for obtaining the criminal record check at your own expense and provide it, along with your written consent, to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Talent Acquisition Branch (TAB), HR Service Delivery Division (HRSDD) to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you. (Note: If a Vulnerable Sector Screening Check is required, it must also be obtained in person at your local police service).
A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.
Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.
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Remember: The deadline to apply is Friday, September 13, 2019 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.
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