Driver Jobs in Powell River, BC

Posting Title

CLK 09R - Operations Assistant

Position Classification

Clerk R9

Union

GEU

Work Options

On-Site

Location

Powell River, BC V8A 5G7 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$51,696.47 - $58,242.54 annually

Close Date

1 / 19 / 2026

Job Type

Temporary (Auxiliary)

Temporary End Date

10 / 24 / 2026

Ministry / Organization

BC Public Service ->

Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division

BC Wildfire Service / Coastal Fire Centre

Job Summary

The Team

At the Sunshine Coast Fire Zone, you'll join a dynamic and experienced team of diverse individuals dedicated to the common goal of making responder safety a priority. As a part of this team, you'll collaborate with professionals in wildfire prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery from across the province. We value being of service to our communities, supporting each other, and promoting a learning culture.

The Role

As an Operations Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting the team by handling paperwork and daily costing, ensuring invoices are accurate and ready for payment. Your work has a direct impact, helping to keep operations running smoothly and supporting those on the front lines. This is a great opportunity to join a positive, hardworking team and build a career in public service with plenty of room to grow.

Qualifications :

Education and Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Experience working in an office setting

Provisos / Willingness statement(s)

For questions regarding this position, please contact L eann.o'connor@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position :

This temporary (auxiliary) opportunity starts in approximately February, 2026 and ends October 24, 2026, with possibility of recall on a yearly basis. This position may be extended.

This position has full time on-site requirements.

or

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to # days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary vacancies.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service :

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer .

How to Apply :

Your resume and / or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation .

Cover Letter : NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume : YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire : YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11 : 00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.

Job Category

Administrative Services, Natural Resource Sector

Additional Information