Government of Yukon -> Highways and Public Works - Transportation Aviation Firefighter Program

Location
Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type
Permanent

End Date
Full/Part Time

Full-time
Standard Hours Bi-weekly

84

Classification
OS12

$77,617.00 - $89,913.00

Union
YEU

Days Off
As Per Rotation

Travel
10%

Admissibility
Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference .

Job Summary and Requirements
This posting is to fill two full-time permanent positions.

Join Our Team at the Department of Highways and Public Works!

Are you ready to make a positive impact on Yukon communities? The Department of Highways and Public Works provides the necessary structure that makes life in Yukon possible. Together, we are committed to uphold the values of safety, innovation, teamwork, and leadership in our everyday work.

We are currently seeking talented individuals to join our Transportation team. This position is responsible for assuming an incident commander role in aircraft fire rescue operations and ensuring the safe evacuation of passengers and crew, initiating fire suppression and prevention activities,



carrying out fire prevention activities, performing routine maintenance of firefighting equipment, and carrying out other duties related to fire, health and safety, and security programs at the Erik Nielson Whitehorse International Airport (ENWIA).

Experience providing emergency response, rescue, firefighting, or related operational services

Experience providing operational leadership and incident command within a fire service environment, including supervising, coaching, and developing firefighters and planning, delivering, and evaluating practical, drill, and scenario-based training

Completion of NFPA 1001 Level 1 Minimum and completion of NFPA 1003

Current Standard First Aid certification with CPR-C/AED and Oxygen Administration/Oxygen Therapy

Valid Class 3 driver’s license with air endorsements or equivalent

Current Canadian Aviation Regulation 323.14 Burn Certification would be considered an asset

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability
The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture.



Key competencies for success in this role include:

Demonstrated leadership abilities

Able to work effectively under pressure

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Acts responsibly and applies professional judgment

Works well in a dynamic team workplace

Working knowledge of airport-related policies, procedures, and documentation

Conditions of Employment
This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following condition(s) of employment:

Class 3 driver’s licence with air endorsement or equivalent

Transportation Security Clearance (TSC) (to be met within 3 months of hire)

Annual airport firefighter fitness appraisal

Airside Vehicle Operator Permit (AVOP) (to be met within 1 month of hire)

Restricted radio operator certificate with aeronautical qualification (ROC-A) (to be met within 1 month of hire)

Valid passport or equivalent

Incident Command System I-200 (to be met within 3 months of hire)

Job Requirements
This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following job requirements:

Shift work including weekends and stat holidays

Wear a uniform provided by the department

For more information on what is happening at HPW, we encourage you to check us out on Yukon.ca , Facebook !

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within Highways and Public Works, please contact: Kylie Townend, at [email protected]

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