EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WITH PREFERENCE TO TH CITIZENS
Competition #: 2026-04-006
Heritage Sites General Labourer x 2 - Term
Department: Heritage
Location: Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Offices – Dawson, YT
Posting Date: April 22, 2026
Standard Hours Bi-Weekly: 75
Start Date: Immediately
End Date: August 28, 2026
Salary: Level 1 Step 1 ($25.66 hourly)
Closing Date: Until Filled
Reporting to the Heritage Sites Coordinator, this position is responsible for a variety of duties, including, but not limited to: general carpentry, general maintenance assistance on capital projects, trail maintenance and construction, general heritage sites maintenance and clean up, supplies pick-up and delivery, and transport to remote locations.
An Eligibility List may be established from this competition – the duration of the eligibility list may be up to 12 months. The eligibility list may be used to fill future permanent full-time, permanent part-time, temporary full-time, temporary part-time, term, or auxiliary on-call vacancies within the same department and classification based on the organizational needs by going the next highest ranked candidate until the eligibility list expires.
If this opportunity interests you, please submit a cover letter & resume clearly demonstrating the qualifications below, as selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide. Applications will not be accepted without a cover letter and resume.
Essential Qualifications:
- Experience with basic carpentry and construction, bush cutting and clearing related tasks.
- Experience in using hand and power tools.
- Experience driving various vehicles (trucks, ATVs, boats, trailers, tractors, etc.).
- Ability to lift up to 80lbs.
- Ability to work in strenuous positions and for extended periods of time.
- Ability to follow instructions and read manuals.
- Ability to work and live in remote locations for extended periods of time.
- Knowledge of WCB processes.
- On-the-land and off-grid experience an asset.
Conditions of Employment:
- Criminal Record Check.
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License with clear Driver’s Abstract.
- Standard First Aid certification or willing to obtain.
- Ability to lift heavy objects.
- TH101 Cultural Awareness training.
A detailed job description is available upon request.
Apply online at: https://www.trondek.ca/work-with-us/job-board/
Phone: (867) 993-7100 Send inquiries to: [email protected]
Physical Location: 1242 Front Street, Dawson City, Yukon
We thank all applicants, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
“To work together, to speak with one voice and to serve Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Citizens
in the pursuit of a strong, healthy, and united future.”
Skills Required
- Experience with basic carpentry and construction
- Experience with bush cutting and clearing related tasks
- Experience using hand and power tools
- Experience driving various vehicles (trucks, ATVs, boats, trailers, tractors)
- Ability to lift up to 80lbs
- Ability to work in strenuous positions and for extended periods
- Ability to follow instructions and read manuals
- Ability to work and live in remote locations for extended periods
- Knowledge of WCB processes
- On-the-land and off-grid experience
- Criminal Record Check
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License with clear Driver's Abstract
- Standard First Aid certification or willing to obtain
- TH101 Cultural Awareness training
What We Do
The Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Government is a First Nation band government based in Dawson City, Yukon, Canada. Its mission is to work together, speak with one voice, and serve Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in citizens through a variety of programs, services, and initiatives designed to support the community and the descendants of the Hän-speaking people who have lived along the Yukon River.
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