This Job Opening is limited to employees with the GNWT/WSCC in indeterminate and term positions.

Employees must apply through HRIS / Employee Self-Service. For instructions please see:

https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/submit-application-gnwt-employee

The Department of Infrastructure (INF) provides high quality services to the public and Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) departments, boards and agencies including the planning, design, construction, acquisition, operation and maintenance of public transportation infrastructure and the buildings, works and equipment required for the GNWT to deliver its programs and services. INF makes essential petroleum products available for sale to the public where these products are not provided by the private sector, and promotes the development and increased use of energy efficient technologies.  INF also regulates electrical and mechanical safety services and licenses individuals and vehicles operating in the territory.

For more information please refer to the Department of Infrastructure website at http://www.inf.gov.nt.ca/

The Senior Technical Officer, Mechanical provides technical guidance and advice to Department of Infrastructure staff, municipalities, program departments, regulatory bodies (i.e. Office of the Fire Marshal, Electrical/Mechanical Safety Section, etc.), boards and agencies, and any other organization requiring technical advice about developing, operating and maintaining buildings and works mechanical systems.

Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of buildings and specialized knowledge of building systems, sub-systems and components specific to mechanical and control including an understanding of how these interact with each other.
• Ability to interpret technical mechanical designs and judge the appropriateness of such designs for conditions in a cold climate.
• Field inspection knowledge and testing skills required for investigations and performance verification, including the use and maintenance of equipment for such purposes.

The above qualifications would be typically attained by:

A Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field plus three (3) years of relevant experience, including two years' experience in a cold climate environment. 

Equivalencies

• A diploma in Mechanical or Building technology or related field, plus five (5) years of relevant experience, including two years' experience in a cold climate environment.
• All other equivalencies will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR  
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.