CLK 15R - Asset Management Assistant

The Team
The Vernon Fire Zone team has been established at its current location since 2003, with a mix of full-time and seasonal staff, including Wildfire Technicians, Crew Supervisors, and the Asset Management Assistant. We are dedicated to fire response, preparedness, and prevention across a wide area, fostering a supportive and results-oriented environment. Collaboration and high performance are at the heart of the team, ensuring a balance between achieving goals and being easy to work with.

The Role
As the Asset Management Assistant (AMA), you’ll play a key role in ensuring crews have the equipment they need to respond effectively to wildfires. Reporting to the Wildfire Officer, you’ll support the entire Vernon Zone and maintain connections with the Kamloops Fire Centre, procurement, facilities, and other Asset Management Assistants across the province. During the summer months plans change constantly in response to the weather and fire load and the AMA will be kept busy. The winter can be slower but there is still plenty of work to be done planning for the next season.

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Education and Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 graduation; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and training may be considered; AND
• Valid Class 5 drivers license

Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

• Experience working with forklift or skid steer.
• Experience working with basic wildland firefighting equipment.
• Experience in contract and procurement management.
• Experience in facilities, assets (including inventory management), or vehicle fleet management.
• Experience creating and managing spreadsheets, and working with standard computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

Provisos and Willingness Statements:

• To be flexible regarding ongoing changes in responsibilities, assignments and corporate structures.
• To keep current on emerging issues.
• To take in-house training and certification as required.
• To fly in aircraft (fixed wing and rotary) as required.
• To work extended hours, including weekends, and be on standby with limited notice in accordance with the preparedness plan.
• To travel and overnight in remote locations where accommodations may vary as required.
• To participate in Incident Command System positions as assigned.
• To work under adverse or stressful conditions, including smoke, extreme heat and mountainous terrain in remote and isolated conditions.

For questions regarding this position, please contact darcy.macleod@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
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.

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How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

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.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.