Remote Fire Camp Operations Driver - Northwestern Ontario

Dexterra Group; Northwestern Ontario; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexterra Group is seeking a Remote Fire Camp Operations Driver to provide safe transportation for staff in remote bush settings. This role involves daily vehicle inspections and physical labor tasks around the fire camp. Successful candidates will enjoy free meals and accommodations on-site, work flexible rotations, and have opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Free meals and accommodations

All transportation provided

Opportunities for skill expansion

Promotional opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience transporting personnel is required.
• Comfortable working in rustic, remote settings.
• Ability to handle physical demands like lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe transportation of staff and supplies.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and maintain logs.
• Support general labor tasks around the fire camp.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Bush road safety

Education

Valid F Class Driver's License

Job description

Company Description

WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that’s something we’re truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care.

Job Description

WHAT'S THE JOB?

The Remote Fire Camp Operations Driver is responsible for providing safe, reliable and on-schedule transportation for our staff supporting fire camp operations, while providing support in other areas as needed within the fire basecamp operations.

You must be comfortable working in a remote bush camp setting. Bush camps are often hours away from any town, with limited to no cell reception and Wi-Fi. Must be comfortable sleeping in a tent and living in the outdoors as accommodations can range from a lodge to a tent depending on the site.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Provide safe and timely transportation of staff, supplies, or equipment between designated pick up areas to and from, and within the fire basecamp operations, including to and from the accommodation units.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections, maintain digital vehicle logs, and report deficiencies immediately.
• Ensure vehicle is clean, fueled, and stocked with required safety/emergency equipment
• Operate vehicle in compliance with company policies and Highway Traffic Act, obliging to bush road protocols, speed limits, signage, and traffic protocols
• Maintain clear communication with dispatch or supervisors while on duty, including Road Radio Protocol on bush roads
• Use fuel cards responsibly and track mileage and work hours accurately
• Support general labour tasks around the fire camp when not driving, as needed
  
  

Qualifications

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Valid F Class Driver's License with clean driver's abstract is required
• Previous experience transporting personnel is required
• Strong attention to detail and well-organized
• Ability to prioritize multiple task demands and organize a work schedule
• Familiar and experienced driving in bush road areas and road safety
• Experienced with Road Radio Protocol on bush roads
• Ability to commit to a minimum 2 week rotation
• Comfortable working and staying in rustic, remote settings and accommodations
• Ability to handle the following physical demands:
• Lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 lbs
• Climb ladders or stairs
• Stand, walk, squat, kneel or sit according to task for extended periods of time
• Perform repetitive hand work requiring full use of both hands
• Perform work with arms at full length
• Work with arms above shoulder height
  

Additional Information

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• FREE meals and accommodations while on site!
• All transportation to and from the fire basecamps is provided!
• Ability to expand skills in a large camp atmosphere!
• Opportunity to move up in positions!
  
  

Work Schedule And Remuneration

Fire camp workers must have the ability to commit to a minimum 2-3 week rotation. Site locations are in remote bush settings and may require tent accommodations dependent on the location of the fire activity in the region. You may be required to work nights, weekdays, weekends, and general holidays. Wages are paid on an hourly basis and include a starting rate of $22.50-$23.50.

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

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