Forestry Wildfire Crew Member (Type 2 or 3)

Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc in Kamloops, BC, invites applications for a Forestry Wildfire Crew Member (Type 2 or 3). This full-time, term position runs May to September with standby requirements and opportunities to extend.

You’ll support wildfire suppression, fuel management, and FireSmart initiatives alongside BCWS and community partners. The role demands physical fitness, terrain navigation skills, and a valid Class 5 or 7N license, with certifications in First Aid and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• The candidate must be fit for outdoor work and physically capable.
• Valid First Aid and transportation endorsements are required.
• Driver's license (Class 5 or 7N) with clean abstract expected.
• Experience in outdoor or wilderness environments is valued.
• Ability to work with Indigenous communities and partners.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and readiness for wildfire response throughout season.
• Operate under supervision of the Wildfire Crew Leader and ICS guidelines.
• Participate in fuel management, mitigation projects, and FireSmart activities.
• Record training, certifications, and timesheets accurately.
• Collaborate with BCWS personnel and partner crews.
• Assist in community education and prevention activities.

Skills

Physically fit

Rugged terrain navigation

Heavy lifting (50 lbs)

Strong communication

Safety conscious

Team oriented

Back country navigation (GPS/compass)

Education

First Aid Certificate (OFA 1) & Transportation Endorsement

Valid Class 5 or Class 7N license

Highschool Diploma

Forestry/resource management education (in progress or completed)

Job description

Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc (TteS) is a fast-growing vibrant organization committed to the development and progress of its Band Members and Community. As such, the TteS invites applications from qualified, highly motivated and dynamic individuals to fill the following position.

Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc (TteS) is a fast-growing vibrant organization committed to the development and progress of its Band Members and Community. As such, the TteS invites applications from qualified, highly motivated and dynamic individuals to fill the following position.

POSITION TITLE: Forestry Wildfire Crew Member (Type 2 or 3)

DEPARTMENT: Wildfire Crew / Fuel Management - Emergency Preparedness Program

SUPERVISOR: Emergency Planning Coordinator

TERMS: Full Time, Term until March 31, 2027 with chance of extension.

REFERENCE #: 2026-112

Purpose Of Position

The purpose of this position is to provide safe, efficient, and professional wildland fire suppression and wildfire mitigation and preparedness operations working under the direction of the Wildfire Crew Leader.

Duties And Responsibilities

The Forestry Wildfire Crew Member is accountable for:

• Maintaining individual job safety
• Maintaining individual and crew equipment fire line readiness
• Ensuring training certifications are up to date
• Gathering critical information pertinent to daily assignments
• Maintaining a safety-conscious and professional attitude at all times
• Working collaboratively with BCWS personnel, contract crews, and other community partners
• Participating in fuel management, wildfire mitigation project work, and other department projects (e.g., TteS firewood delivery program and FireSmart initiatives)
• Participating in emergency prevention, mitigation, preparedness, and response, and recovery activities
• Participating in wildfire prevention and response community education and awareness events

Forestry Wildfire Crew Member Deliverables Include

• Maintaining full availability for wildfire response (standby and overtime) from May to September, limiting personal leave to essential situations only.
• Maintaining administrative documents including training records and employee timesheets
• Ensuring quick, efficient, and effective wildfire response in accordance with the BCWS Indigenous Initial Response Crew (IIRC) standards
• Adhering to safe work policies and professional conduct at all times
• Adhering to Incident Command System (ICS) protocols

Financial Responsibility

• N/A

Supervision Or Training Duties

• Participate in all operational job required training courses
• Maintain certifications required for this position

Skills And Abilities

• Physically fit and capable of physical labour
• Capable of navigating rugged terrain in adverse conditions
• Able to carry heavy object (50 lbs) long distances over difficult terrain
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Safety conscious
• Team oriented - works well with others
• GPS and/or compass back country navigation

Professional Certification, Education and Experience

• WorkSafe recognized Basic First Aid Certificate (Formerly known as OFA Level 1) and Transportation Endorsement
• Must hold a valid Class 5 license OR Class 7N license with plans to take the Class 5 Road Test.
• Must provide an acceptable driver’s abstract.
• Acceptable Criminal Record Check

Experience

• Outdoor experience

Assets, But Not Required

• TteS Band Member who meets the required qualifications
• Valid Class 5 unrestricted driver’s license
• Highschool Diploma
• Post secondary forestry or resource management education (in progress or completed)
• Advanced First Aid (formerly Occupational First Aid Level 3) or EMR training
• High level of fitness
• Forestry work experience (e.g., logging, planting, and silviculture)
• Other resource based work experience (e.g., oil and gas, mining, and farming)
• Extensive outdoor and wilderness experience (e.g., hunting, trapping, fishing, and back country activities)
• Wildland firefighting experience
• Volunteer Fire Department experience
• WorkSafe BC recognized Advanced First Aid Certificate (formerly OFA Level 3) or Intermediate First Aid Certificate (formerly OFA Level 2)
• 35 calendar days actively involved in firefighting
• S-230 Intro to Supervision (Single Resource Leader / Introduction to Supervision)
• S-241 Fire Assessment
• S-100 Basic Fire Suppression and Safety or equivalent (Annual Re-currency)
• S-185 Fire Entrapment Avoidance
• ics 100 Incident Command System 100
• S-211 The Fire Environment of Firefighters / Dispatchers
• S 212 Fire Line Communications or Restricted Radio Operators License
• S 213 Use of Bulldozers and Heavy Equipment
• WHMIS & TDG Certified
• WorkSafe BC recognized Power saw Operator Certificate
• WorkSafe BC Danger Tree Assessor Certificate
• BC Forest Safety Council Faller Certificate

Special Requirements

• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Completed the annual PAR-Q & You self screening assessment
• Pass the WFX-FIT standard for Type 2/3 Wildland Fire Fighter (BCWS) Fitness Test
• Ability to travel if necessary
• Ability to work in high stress environments
• Ability to work overtime and be on standby before and/or after regular work shifts

HOURS OF WORK

8-hour shifts. Non-normal shifts may be required.

PAY GRADE

Starting at $25.98 - $32.77/hour depending on education & experience

Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act and pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights code, it is TteS Policy to practice preferential hiring for Aboriginal peoples. Candidates who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self-identify.

The job posting is open until filled.

Any late submissions or submissions without the job application form will not be considered.