TC R - Wildfire Crew Member - Parattack

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Posting Title

Position Classification

Forest Tech 9 WF

Union

GEU

Work Options

On-Site

Location

Salary Range

$54,684.22 - $61,647.97 annually $47.18 bi-weekly isolation allowance for Mackenzie

Close Date

1/10/2027

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service ->
Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division

As a part of the BC Wildfire Service Parattack Program, 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. In addition, you will be provided with the opportunity to learn unique and technical skills that can only be gained through the Parattack Program.

The instruction takes place under professional supervision and leadership.

The Parattack Fire Crew Member is the foundational role in fire suppression, working together ensuring incidents are responded to safely, efficiently, and effectively. We value being of service to our communities, supporting each other, and promoting a learning culture.

Parattack crews, consisting of smoke jumpers, are trained to parachute from fixed-wing aircraft to access wildfires in remote locations or to provide support to crews established on an emerging incident. Parattack crews prioritize safety and are very versatile. Beyond initial attack, they may also respond to medical emergencies in remote areas, perform reconnaissance flights to provide response recommendations and fight fires alongside other BCWS crews.

BCWS employs approximately 80 Smoke jumpers. Parattack work units are in Fort St John and Mackenzie. However, they respond to incidents across the province.

Your work in wildfire prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery will have a direct impact across the province. Candidates will find excitement in this opportunity to work in a fast-paced, team-based environment, where their efforts contribute to the well‑being of British Columbia's citizens. Unit Crew – Day on the Fireline Initial Attack – Day on the Fireline Women in Wildfire

• Secondary School graduation (Dogwood, GED) and 6 months related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum of one seasons' experience as a Type 1 Wildland Firefighter
• Class 5 or 7 driver licence.

Related Experience may include

• Experience in natural resource management and/or trades

Preference may be given to applicants with 1 or more of the following:

• A minimum of two seasons' experience as a Type 1 Wildland Firefighter
• Advanced First Aid certification (or higher)
• Dangerous Tree Assessor Certification
• Basic Chainsaw Operator Certification
• Dangerous Tree Faller Certification
• ATV/UTV (Off-Road Vehicle) Operator Certification recognized by the Canada Safety Council
• Military related experience
• Valid Intermediate First Aid* (formally known as First Aid Ticket OFA Level
  2) with Transportation endorsement prior to attending Parattack training camp.
  • Intermediate First Aid is the new name for Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 2, as of November 2024. The name change is part of a restructuring of first aid courses in British Columbia to align with the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).
• Successfully complete pre-employment fitness standard.
• Successful completion of the Parattack Initial Training camp and related ‘S-courses.
• Maintain personal weights standards as required for crew type.

• To be flexible regarding ongoing changes in responsibilities, assignments and corporate structures.
• To keep…