Wildfire Crew Leader: Field Ops & Safety

British Columbia Public Service Careers; Castlegar; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The Southeast Wildfire Crew Leader role is with BC Public Service. You will lead fire crews on the line and in daily fieldwork, contributing to wildfire prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery.

This on-site position supports communities across Castlegar, Cranbrook, Nelson and nearby areas. Applicants should have 2 seasons of forest fire experience, necessary certifications, and a valid driver's license, with preference for supervisory and Incident Commander qualifications.

Qualifications

• Must have 2 seasons forest fire related experience; and Intermediate First Aid ticket and Transportation Endorsement; and completion of New Recruit Boot Camp or Agency Equivalent; and annual fitness standard testing; and maintain personal weight standards; and valid Class 5 driver's license.
• Preference may be given to supervisory experience, fireline supervisory, Incident Commander 5 certification or higher, and related certifications.
• Higher education in Resource Management or related field; experience delivering training to adults; Faller certifications or related industry equivalents.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews on the fireline and in day-to-day fieldwork around communities.
• Contribute to wildfire prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery efforts.
• Ensure crew mobilization in incident response and maintain safety standards.

Job description

The Southeast Wildfire Crew Leader role is with BC Public Service. You will lead fire crews on the line and in daily fieldwork, contributing to wildfire prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery.

This on-site position supports communities across Castlegar, Cranbrook, Nelson and nearby areas. Applicants should have 2 seasons of forest fire experience, necessary certifications, and a valid driver's license, with preference for supervisory and Incident Commander qualifications.