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September 5, 2024
Government of the Northwest Territories
Norman Wells
FULL TIME
Wildfire Crew Member
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Norman Wells, NT.
Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Environment and Climate Change is to manage land, water, air, wildlife, and forests. This includes promoting, planning, and supporting the wise and sustainable use of natural resources, and protecting, restoring, and stewarding the environment for the social and economic benefit of all Northwest Territories residents.
Job Information
Located in Norman Wells and reporting to the Wildfire Crew Leader, this position is required to provide wildfire response and general duties in an overall effort to promote the sustainability of the region’s forests. The incumbent is also required to support Forest Management activities including delivery of the prevention, mitigation, and forest resources programs.
Recent Certification through S-131 Forest Fire Fighting Training and past experience in firefighting.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
- Demonstrated knowledge of fire control practices and policies.
- Demonstrated knowledge of weather and forest fire behavior.
- Demonstrated knowledge of fire line equipment and it’s use.
- English language fluency required for communications with air crews, Initial Attack Officers, Division Supervisors, etc.
Recent Certification through S-131 Forest Fire Fighting Training and past experience in firefighting.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Sahtu HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2 MCKENZIE DRIVE
BOX 360
NORMAN WELLS NT X0E 0V0
Tel (867) 587-7150
Fax (867) 587-2173
jobssahtu@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
Sahtu HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2 MCKENZIE DRIVE
BOX 360
NORMAN WELLS NT X0E 0V0
Tel (867) 587-7150
Fax (867) 587-2173
jobssahtu@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available
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