About the role
Department
Government of Yukon -> Economic Development, Tourism and Culture - Historic Sites
Location
Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)
Job Type
Casual
End Date
18 September 2026
Full/Part Time
Full-time
Standard Hours Bi-weekly
75
Classification
OS11
Salary
$37.98 - $43.97
Union
OTH
Days Off
Saturday/Sunday
Travel
25%
Admissibility
Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry
This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference**.**
Job Summary and Requirements
This is for one casual position, working 75 hours biweekly until September 18, 2026.
Who we are:
At Tourism and Culture, we are a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to promoting and preserving Yukon’s rich tourism, arts, heritage, and cultural sectors. We take pride in the beauty of our land, the character of our people, and the uniqueness of our history. Together, we work to make Yukon the place the world wants to be.
About the role:
The Heritage Carpenter plays a crucial role in the conservation of historic places within the Yukon. This position requires a skilled carpenter with a strong understanding of traditional building techniques, heritage conservation practices, and a passion for preserving the cultural heritage of the Yukon to work as part of a team of heritage professionals and First Nation partners, to conduct and plan for heritage carpentry work at sites managed or co-managed by the Historic Sites unit.
For more information about the position, please contact Rebecca Jansen, Manager, Historic Sites at Rebecca.Jansen@yukon.ca**.**
For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Kristen Mintz, Human Resources Consultant, at Kristen.Mintz@yukon.ca**.**
Please do not email resumes to the email address above; resumes may only be accepted through the E-Recruitment application system. To create your E-Recruitment account, clickhere.
Essential Qualifications:
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Please note selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. If you have these qualifications, ensure you clearly expand upon them (for each applicable employer) in your resume using the year/month format.
- Experience in Carpentry, including work with traditional or historic building methods;
- Experience in heritage conservation, restoration, or working on historic structures;
- Experience working with Yukon First Nations and contributing to training and capacity‑building efforts;
- Experience working in remote or field-based environments is an asset.
Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above will be equally considered.
Before applying, you may want to refer to our sample resume to assist you in submitting your application.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability:
Candidates should have and may be assessed the following:
- Proficiency in traditional carpentry techniques and use of hand tools;
- Strong knowledge of heritage conservation principles and practices;
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
Additional Information:
Conditions of Employment:
- Valid Class 5 Driver's License.
- Complete required field safety training such as Wilderness First Aid, Bear Aware, Boat safety and helicopter training, among others, as needed;
Job Requirements:
-
Travel to various communities and remote locations in Yukon, using various modes of ground, water and air transportation for periods up to 10 days at a time in a remote field camp setting;
-
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work in various weather conditions.
-
Relocation expenses will not be provided for this position.
Learn more about us!
The Yukon government has been selected as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers since 2014!
To learn more about the Yukon government, check out: The Talent Attraction Brochure and Working at the Yukon government.
To learn more about what Yukon has to offer, check out: Travel Yukon
Eligibility List
12 months
Post Date
22 April 2026
Close Date
05 May 2026
Job Description
Job Description.
Not the right fit? Search for Heritage Carpenter jobs in Whitehorse, YT
About Yukon Government
The Yukon public service offers a diversity of career options in a stable work environment. As a Yukon government public servant, you have access to on-the-job learning, leadership courses, interdepartmental training and tuition reimbursement, and the daily opportunity to direct your career path.
As Yukon government public servants, we are able to make a genuine difference in our communities. Every day, we work closely with both the people we serve and with the decision-makers who guide the policies that affect our lives. A career with us allows you to be a part of that process and watch the results of your work come to life in the real world.
Our employment equity policy affirms equal access for women, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to government jobs.
The Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014. This is due to the benefits, leave options and opportunities for training and career development.
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About the role
Department
Government of Yukon -> Economic Development, Tourism and Culture - Historic Sites
Location
Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)
Job Type
Casual
End Date
18 September 2026
Full/Part Time
Full-time
Standard Hours Bi-weekly
75
Classification
OS11
Salary
$37.98 - $43.97
Union
OTH
Days Off
Saturday/Sunday
Travel
25%
Admissibility
Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry
This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference**.**
Job Summary and Requirements
This is for one casual position, working 75 hours biweekly until September 18, 2026.
Who we are:
At Tourism and Culture, we are a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to promoting and preserving Yukon’s rich tourism, arts, heritage, and cultural sectors. We take pride in the beauty of our land, the character of our people, and the uniqueness of our history. Together, we work to make Yukon the place the world wants to be.
About the role:
The Heritage Carpenter plays a crucial role in the conservation of historic places within the Yukon. This position requires a skilled carpenter with a strong understanding of traditional building techniques, heritage conservation practices, and a passion for preserving the cultural heritage of the Yukon to work as part of a team of heritage professionals and First Nation partners, to conduct and plan for heritage carpentry work at sites managed or co-managed by the Historic Sites unit.
For more information about the position, please contact Rebecca Jansen, Manager, Historic Sites at Rebecca.Jansen@yukon.ca**.**
For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Kristen Mintz, Human Resources Consultant, at Kristen.Mintz@yukon.ca**.**
Please do not email resumes to the email address above; resumes may only be accepted through the E-Recruitment application system. To create your E-Recruitment account, clickhere.
Essential Qualifications:
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Please note selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. If you have these qualifications, ensure you clearly expand upon them (for each applicable employer) in your resume using the year/month format.
- Experience in Carpentry, including work with traditional or historic building methods;
- Experience in heritage conservation, restoration, or working on historic structures;
- Experience working with Yukon First Nations and contributing to training and capacity‑building efforts;
- Experience working in remote or field-based environments is an asset.
Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above will be equally considered.
Before applying, you may want to refer to our sample resume to assist you in submitting your application.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability:
Candidates should have and may be assessed the following:
- Proficiency in traditional carpentry techniques and use of hand tools;
- Strong knowledge of heritage conservation principles and practices;
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
Additional Information:
Conditions of Employment:
- Valid Class 5 Driver's License.
- Complete required field safety training such as Wilderness First Aid, Bear Aware, Boat safety and helicopter training, among others, as needed;
Job Requirements:
-
Travel to various communities and remote locations in Yukon, using various modes of ground, water and air transportation for periods up to 10 days at a time in a remote field camp setting;
-
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work in various weather conditions.
-
Relocation expenses will not be provided for this position.
Learn more about us!
The Yukon government has been selected as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers since 2014!
To learn more about the Yukon government, check out: The Talent Attraction Brochure and Working at the Yukon government.
To learn more about what Yukon has to offer, check out: Travel Yukon
Eligibility List
12 months
Post Date
22 April 2026
Close Date
05 May 2026
Job Description
Job Description.
Not the right fit? Search for Heritage Carpenter jobs in Whitehorse, YT
About Yukon Government
The Yukon public service offers a diversity of career options in a stable work environment. As a Yukon government public servant, you have access to on-the-job learning, leadership courses, interdepartmental training and tuition reimbursement, and the daily opportunity to direct your career path.
As Yukon government public servants, we are able to make a genuine difference in our communities. Every day, we work closely with both the people we serve and with the decision-makers who guide the policies that affect our lives. A career with us allows you to be a part of that process and watch the results of your work come to life in the real world.
Our employment equity policy affirms equal access for women, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to government jobs.
The Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014. This is due to the benefits, leave options and opportunities for training and career development.