Fire Service Maintenance and Logistics Officer

Slave Lake, AB; Town of Slave Lake; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Slave Lake is seeking a Fire Services Maintenance and Logistics Officer. This role involves managing maintenance schedules for fire department equipment and ensuring safety standards are met. Candidates should have mechanical aptitude, relevant experience, and strong communication skills. A competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Employer matched pension plan

Education assistance program

Qualifications

• Three to five years’ experience in a preventive maintenance program and/or mechanics.
• Must possess an Alberta Class Three Driver’s License.
• Working knowledge of computers, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and facilitate the preventative maintenance program.
• Responsible for all equipment maintenance according to established schedules.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work and individual vehicle costs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Grade Twelve (12) or equivalent

Journeyperson certificate

NFPA 1001 level 1 & 2 or equivalent

Job description

Employment Opportunities

There are three ways to apply:

By Email: Send E-mail (Please submit via pdf only)
In Person: Please send your resume and cover letter to:
Human Resources
Town of Slave Lake
10 Main Street SW.
Box 1030
Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A0
By Fax: [phone]
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only candidates invited for interviews will be contacted.

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Lesser Slave Regional Fire Service Employment

Fire Service Maintenance and Logistics Officer

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

FIRE SERVICES MAINTENANCE AND LOGISTICS OFFICER

A rewarding, exciting and challenging experience awaits!

We are looking for a Fire Services Maintenance and Logistics Officer to join our team who has a passion for serving their community! This role is responsible for providing maintenance scheduling and work for all apparatus, PPE and equipment within the LSRFS.

SALARY:

$38.58 – $48.60 per hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operations

• Develop and facilitate the preventative maintenance program.
• Responsible for all equipment maintenance according to established preventative maintenance and routine maintenance schedules.
• Performs maintenance and repairs to all fire department equipment to provide a safe and well-maintained fleet. Repairs and maintains other department equipment as required.
• Can assist with fire department training.
• Will assist in an on-call operational fire rotation.
• Coordinate apparatus pump tests and aerial ladder certifications as scheduled.
• Ensure the fire hose is tested annually.
• Ensure SCBA is checked regularly and flow tested annually.
• Ensure Hall inspections are carried out, and any deficiencies are repaired and/or reported.
• Maintain SCBA air compressor and acquire air samples to be sent in for testing semi-annually.
• Ensure ladder tests are performed annually.
• Performance of other duties as assigned.

Administration

• Provides financial requirements for annual budget in conjunction with the fire chief (equipment-related).
• Maintains accurate and complete equipment repairs and maintenance records.
• Maintains a reasonable inventory of shop supplies and provides the Fire Chief with a detailed inventory list of all equipment and fleet on an annual basis.
• All purchasing must be within the Town’s approved purchasing procedures.
• Keeps up-to-date with new practices, techniques and innovative methods pertaining to equipment maintenance and repair.
• Maintains a logistical plan for all FD equipment and PPE for maintenance & replacement.
• Ensures all necessary check sheets are completed and authorized after emergency calls, training, and other activities.
• Participate in regular officers’ meetings to identify and resolve problem areas when requested.
• Using First Due or equivalent database, maintain accurate records of completed work and individual vehicle costs of operation.
• Performance of other duties as assigned.

AUTHORITIES OF THIS POSITION:

• Under the direction of the Fire Chief, arrange for cost-efficient scheduling of all regular required maintenance.
• In conjunction with the fire department, staff remove from service until repaired any piece of equipment deemed unsafe to operate.
• Provide equipment summary reports and recommend replacement of equipment when necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• Grade Twelve (12) or equivalent.
• Must possess mechanical aptitude
• A journeyperson certificate would be considered an asset
• Three to five years’ experience in a preventive maintenance program and/or mechanics.
• Knowledge of Fire Services equipment and vehicles would be an asset.
• Must possess an Alberta Class Three Driver’s License, Air Brake Endorsement and provide an abstract upon request.
• Working knowledge of computers, including competency with the Microsoft Office suite, PM Program, database system and Outlook calendar.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• NFPA 1001 level 1 & 2 or equivalent
• Fire service leadership training would be considered an asset
• EVT (Emergency Vehicle Technician) would be considered an asset.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Well-developed interpersonal skills in dealing with staff, volunteer firefighters, and the public.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member and independently. Able to assist and support other staff and to facilitate a team environment through personal behaviour, work conditions and the sharing of expertise and knowledge.
• A positive professional and supportive approach based on trust, respect and integrity.
• Comprehensive knowledge of preventive maintenance program, inventory control and fleet management.
• Proficient organizational, time management and scheduling skills.
• Mechanically inclined with the knowledge and ability to operate machinery and equipment.
• Willing to work outdoors in all types of weather.

Note: The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities and activities required for this position but gives a general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

• May work indoors or outdoors, but more commonly work indoors.
• Are often exposed to hazardous situations, conditions, and equipment that result in cuts, bruises, or minor burns.
• Work inside enclosed vehicles, such as trucks, cars, and vans. Often work in cramped workspaces underneath vehicles that require getting into awkward positions.
• Regularly wear protective gear, such as goggles or earplugs.
• Are exposed to contaminants, such as antifreeze and chemical degreasers, on a daily basis.
• Are exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortable on a daily basis.
• Are sometimes exposed to inadequate lighting conditions.
• May sometimes work in cold or hot temperatures, depending on the work locale.

HEALTH & SAFETY:

All personnel working at the Town of Slave Lake are governed by the Health & Safety Policy.

• Ensure proper ergonomic requirements are met and good ergonomic procedures are practiced
• Ensures all operations are conducted in a safe manner and in accordance with Town Policies and all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.

COMPENSATION AND REWARDS:

The Town of Slave Lake offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and an employer matched pension plan. We foster a culture of learning and development to support employees as they grow, through a variety of employee development initiatives, an education assistance program and special project opportunities.

How to apply:

• A cover letter clearly indicating the position title, accompanied by an up-to-date resume is required.
• Shortlisted candidates will undergo a skills assessment.
• The successful candidate will be required to provide professional references and an acceptable criminal record check.

Send your cover letter and resume (ensuring to include the job title in your email subject heading) to:

Human Resources, Town of Slave Lake

10 Main Street S.W. P.O. Box 1030, Slave Lake, Alberta T0G 2A0

PLEASE NOTE:The application review will be ongoing and the position will remain open until filled.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will contact only those under consideration.

Category Lesser Slave Regional Fire Service Employment Status Open Posted May 21, 2025 5:30 PM Closing Open Until Filled