STO 18R - Fire Camp Coordinator

The Team
The Provincial Equipment Depots team is the backbone of BC Wildfire Service’s logistics, ensuring specialized fire equipment and mobile camp infrastructure are ready when and where they’re needed. With around 40 employees across two locations, this well-established team has been providing expert procurement, management, and movement of critical resources for over 45 years. Working closely with Fire Centres, Zones, and Incident Management Teams, they play a vital role in wildfire response-operating behind the scenes with dedication and resilience to support frontline crews and protect communities across BC.

The Role
The Fire Camp Coordinator plays a key part in setting up, maintaining, and taking down emergency fire camps that support BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) front line staff. Your work helps ensure firefighters have safe, functional spaces while they protect communities across the province. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply-if you're looking to make a real impact and be part of a team that supports emergency response efforts, this is a meaningful way to contribute.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 Education plus a minimum of 3 years’ experience in building or mobile infrastructure maintenance and repair; experience must include basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical and gas systems; and
• EOCP Small Water Operators Certification (Environmental Operators Certification Program) or minimum 3 years’ experience with operation and/or maintenance of small water and wastewater systems or components.
• Valid Forklift certification; and
• Valid OFA Level 1 Certification; and
• Valid Class 5 drivers license

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

• Experience in mobile camp construction, maintenance, and operations.
• Experience in construction and associated trades
• Experience using the B.C. Guidelines for Industrial Camp Standards.
• Experience in camp operations.
• Class 3 or Class 1 driver license

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 be assigned or participate to Incident Command System positions and Incident Management Teams as required.
• To work under adverse or stressful conditions, including smoke, extreme heat, and mountainous terrain in remote and isolated conditions.
• To work with human effluent and other biohazards in the fire camp environment.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Robert.Keddie@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.
Prince George is the largest city in northern British Columbia, and boasts a wide variety of restaurants and entertainment, including the Prince George Symphony Orchestra. Prince George is also located next to several provincial parks, which provide camping and boating amenities.
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 Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

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

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

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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