Parks Canada
Banff, AB

Job details
4 hours ago
Benefits
Dental care
Paid time off
Paid vacation
Skills
Carpentry
Red Seal
Drywall
Maintenance
English
High school diploma or GED
Driving Licence
Full job description
Parks Canada - Assets Management - Banff Field Unit
Closing date: August 31, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Reference number
CAP26J-183537-000017

Selection process number
2026-CAP-BNP-EA-061

Location
Banff (Alberta), Banff National Park of Canada (Alberta)

Employment tenure
Term employment. Six-month term position with the possibility of extension. Immediate start preferred; however, the start date is flexible.

Salary
$35.18 to $38.24 per hour

Level
GL-WOW-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.
On this page
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
Provision of skilled carpentry services for industrial and residential buildings and structures, and other assets in a national park, historic site.

Work environment
Be part of an inspiring team! Parks Canada is a federal government agency responsible for the protection and presentation of Canada’s outstanding natural and cultural resources through a system of national parks, national marine conservation areas and national historic sites in all regions of Canada.
The Parks Canada team is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers (2024 and 2026) and by Mediacorp as a Top Employer in the National Capital Region (2024).
If you are interested in this opportunity, why not consider a career for the Parks Canada Agency?
Why work for Parks Canada? Here are the top ten reasons:
1. Rewarding work: Offering interesting, rewarding and exciting work you won’t get anywhere else.
2. Work-life balance: Parks workers can enjoy a healthy work-life balance, including flexible work arrangements.
3. Paid vacation and leave policies: Employees can enjoy generous paid vacation time and leave policies, including parental leave, sick leave, and personal days...
4. Pension and retirement benefits: Parks employees are eligible for generous comprehensive defined benefit pension plans and retirement benefits, ensuring a secure financial future.
5. Health and dental benefits: Parks Canada provides extensive health and dental coverage to our employees, covering a range of services and treatments.
6. Training and professional development: Parks invests in our workforce by offering various training and professional development opportunities, allowing workers to enhance their skills and advance their careers.
7. Contribution to public service: Working for Parks Canada and the Government of Canada means contributing to public service and making a meaningful impact on the nation's natural and cultural heritage.
8. Diverse and inclusive workplace: Parks Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, promoting equal opportunities for all employees.
9. Working in beautiful locations: This is an opportunity to work and live in the spectacular Banff National Park.
10. Transfer and promotion opportunities: As a large employer, the Government of Canada offers numerous opportunities for internal transfers and promotions across the country, giving workers the chance to explore different roles and locations throughout their career.
Intent of the process
This process may be used to create a list of qualified candidates to staff similar positions with various tenures, security levels or linguistic profiles in same or other parts of the country.

Positions to be filled
1

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 are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
You must provide contact information for 3 work references.
Living accommodations will not be provided.
We will only accept on-line applications received via the jobs.gc.ca site. Persons who are unable to on-line must contact rhbanff-banffhr@pc.gc.ca prior to the closing date.
In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates who self-identify as belonging to one of the designated employment equity groups under the Employment Equity Act: women, Indigenous Canadians, members of a racialized community and persons living with disabilities.
*** NOTE: When submitting your application to this selection process, you will be required to answer screening questions to demonstrate how you meet the Essential Qualifications (Education and all Essential Experiences) and Additional Qualifications.
Your job application must clearly demonstrate that you meet all the Essential Qualifications in order to move on to the next step. Do not forget to specify the period during which you have held each function (month and year), and where you acquired the qualification. The answers to the screening questions will be the main source of information that the assessment board members will be using to determine whether you have the essential qualifications for education and experience. Your resume must corroborate your answers to the screening questions. The lack of information in the form requested may result in the rejection of your application.
First applications for this inventory competition will be pulled on July 22nd, 2026. Subsequent applications will be pulled if and when required.
Note: Additional information may be requested after closing date for screening and/or assessment purposes.
Conditions of employment
Reliability Status security clearance - CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Must be met prior to employment;
Obtain and maintain a reliability security clearance;
Learn more about security screening process.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Must be met prior to employment;
Maintenance of occupational certifications;
Possession and maintenance of a valid driver’s licence;
Required to undergo and pass periodic medical checks.
Willing and able to wear identifier clothing and safety equipment and follow safety procedures.
Operational Requirements
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Willing and able to work weekends, shift work, statutory holidays and overtime, if required;
Willing and able to travel and work in a variety of climatic and geographical conditions to various work sites.
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

EDUCATION:
Successful completion of secondary school according to interprovincial standards.
Occupational Certification:
Interprovincial Journeyperson’s certificate in carpentry (Red Seal)
Individuals who have their Journeyperson Carpenter Certificate from Alberta can be considered for a 6 month term offer in order to provide time to obtain their Red Seal. Term extension will not be granted without Red Seal Certification.
NOTE: A copy of certification will be required at time of interview.
Learn more about degree equivalency.

EXPERIENCE IN:
Substantial experience in the carpentry trade in a maintenance shop environment;
Experience in the maintenance of residential and light industrial buildings;
Experience in the maintenance of historical buildings;
Experience in the maintenance of outdoor structures/facilities.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Carpentry trade, practices and procedures;
Current methods and practices related to structural repair and maintenance;
Current codes, statues, and regulations related to carpentry;
Of health and safety in the workplace.
ABILITIES:
Use Carpentry related tools and equipment;
Perform general labour tasks associated with the carpentry trade;
Maintain work records and drawings;
Review and interpret conceptual plans, building/construction plans;
Work independently and assess and adjust priorities.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY
Exercises sound judgement;
Communicates effectively;
Personally connects with people;
Takes responsibility; dependable;
Makes things happen, takes initiative.
Language requirements (essential for the job)
Applied / assessed at a later date

English essential - English Essential

Learn more about language requirements.

You may need (asset qualifications)
May be applied / assessed at a later date

Asset Qualifications:
The following qualifications may be applied and/or assessed because they are beneficial in carrying out the duties of the position. They may be used in screening, assessment or determining right fit for this selection process, so please describe how you meet any of the following criteria.
Copies of current certification will be required at time of interview.
Experience in drywall installation, mudding and tapping.
Experience conducting code compliance inspections of public/workplace buildings.
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
Learn more about ing for Government of Canada jobs.

Information you must provide
Your résumé
Contact information for 3 references
We'd like to thank all those who . However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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Hiring organization contact
Name: Quintin Springstead - Carpenter Supervisor
Email address: Quintin.springstead@pc.gc.ca
Telephone number: 403-431-0098