Wildfire Crew

Role Responsibilities

As a Wildfire Crew Member, you will be part of either a Unit Crew or a Helitack Crew. Wildland firefighters work on the front lines and play a crucial role in combating wildfires.

Here is a glimpse into a day on the job : .

The program provides a distinct opportunity to join a 20-person crew. These Unit Crews are dedicated teams committed to containing and fully extinguishing larger fires in remote areas of the province.

As a valued part of this dedicated team, you will experience collaborative success through our shared mission to safeguard Alberta's precious natural resources and extensive landscapes.

While this position is physically and mentally demanding, it also offers a powerful sense of personal satisfaction and growth.

As part of the Unit Crew program, you will develop effective teamwork and communication skills, enhance your analytical thinking, and sharpen your situational awareness.

It offers the chance to work outdoors, where every challenge you conquer becomes a testament to your resilience, adaptability, and your meaningful contribution to our environment.

The ) program offers a unique opportunity to work as a team member within a 4- or 8-person crew. These crews are usually the first to respond to wildfires, transported by helicopter or deployed by ground to attack wildfires, sometimes with the assistance of air tankers or heavy equipment.

The work provides a challenging experience, assessing your physical and mental strengths, as you will be at the forefront on a crew that is responsible for initial response to wildfire.

This position also offers insights into aviation operations and a chance to be a valuable member of the Helitack Crew on the front lines.

With an opportunity for personal growth, you will experience the opportunity to enhance your analytical skills, refine your decision-making abilities, improve your communication and teamwork, and build greater responsiveness and resilience, all while working in the great outdoors.

As a Wildfire Crew Member, you will :

• Take direction from the Crew Leader / Sub-Leader to suppress wildfire.
• Provide feedback to the Leader about the progress of the assignment and suggest changes to tactics.
• Maintain situational awareness and communicate any changes in the fire environment to the crew leader.
• Detect hotspots and / or constructs and holds fire containment lines.
• Keep assigned equipment serviceable.
• Maintain fire readiness and physical fitness standards.
• Maintain assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Identify and communicate hazards.
• Participates in regular proficiency training and activities.
• During low fire hazard, may be required to do project work

Example : FireSmart, or facility maintenance.

• Remain prepared for fire deployment.
• Work longer hours, including being required to work through the overnight period on occasion.

Qualifications

Requirements :

• Some high school education
• Some related experience (i.e., up to 12 months). Related experience includes experience in first aid and emergency services, coaching, team sports, outdoor recreation, environmental education, and community and protective services.

Additional Requirements :

The following conditions are not required at the time of application but must be provided prior to your start date.

• Passing results of the to endure rigorous training and, at times, arduous working conditions.
• A minimum 3-year Driver's Abstract, showing a record of seven (7) demerits or less (obtained within 30 days of your commencement date and presented to management prior to commencement).
• A valid Standard First Aid certificate with CPR certification.
• A current .
• All candidates must be 18 years of age or older as of March 1, 2025, or prior to their start date. Position start dates range from March 1 to April 30, 2025.

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