Wildfire District Ranger - Field Ops & Equipment Lead

Government of Manitoba; Grand Rapids; On-site; CAD 81,645 - 89,434; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health care

Long term disability insurance

Defined pension plan

Job summary

A provincial government in Manitoba is seeking motivated individuals for the role of District Fire Ranger. The position involves maintaining wildfire service equipment, participating in suppression activities, and ensuring safety standards are met. Candidates should have experience in outdoor manual labor and must hold a valid driver's license and current first aid certification. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including health care and pension plans.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and servicing camp equipment, hand tools, small motors or similar outdoor equipment.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Willing and able to work weekends and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fire equipment inventory to Provincial Standards.
• Participate in fire suppression support activities.
• Conduct work activities in accordance with Workplace Safety regulations.

Skills

Experience working in the outdoors doing manual labour

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Team player skills

Experience in wildfire suppression

Knowledge of wildfire suppression equipment

Education

Current first aid and CPR certification

Valid Manitoba Class 5F driver’s license

Tools

Standard firefighting equipment

Miscellaneous outdoor equipment

Job description

A provincial government in Manitoba is seeking motivated individuals for the role of District Fire Ranger. The position involves maintaining wildfire service equipment, participating in suppression activities, and ensuring safety standards are met. Candidates should have experience in outdoor manual labor and must hold a valid driver's license and current first aid certification. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including health care and pension plans.