- Open to International applicants with valid Canadian Work permits: Yes

As a member of Protection Services, you will be part of a group that constantly strives to meet the vision of an authentic, unique, world‑class experience for everyone to enjoy. Effective heritage conservation involves preservation, rehabilitation, restoration, protection and safety of the entire park. You will be required to perform a variety of skills that will aid in the protection and prevention of damages and theft, caretaking and safety of the property, buildings, guests, tenants, fellow workers and contractors along with other duties related to the operations of park facilities.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

- Secures premises, personnel and guests by patrolling town and park; monitoring surveillance system; inspecting buildings, equipment, access points; permitting entry
- Watch and respond appropriately to intruders, disturbances, fire, safety hazards, water breaks, flooding, freezing, drainage, building, ground movement, snow, ice, power failure, vandalism, theft, and other threats to public safety and the assets of The Trust
- Occasional basic operation of shop machinery such as tables saws, drill presses, glass cutting tools and power hand tools
- Respond, shut down, troubleshoot and reset fire protection and alarm systems
- Perform monthly fire alarm testing, practice fire suppression and maintain test and practice logs
- Identify, repair, prevent and report conditions that could present a safety hazard
- Garbage collection throughout the site and merchant businesses
- Complete the cleaning rounds in the Welcome Centre washroom facilities.




- Winter maintenance – snow and ice clearing including but not limited to; boardwalks, ramps, stairs, building entrances, roof lines and all site and park areas as needed
- Work in a healthy and secure manner and follow all BHT Health and Safety Guidelines
- Assist Customers and/or staff with minor vehicle issues, complaints and emergencies
- Administers first aid according to circumstances, training and ability
- Performs flexible and varying duties depending on the shifting needs of the organization and its staff members or as directed by Management

- Grade 12 Graduation
- Ability to work under own initiative with minimal supervision or as a member of a team
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral form
- Ability to use email and electronic communication logs including shift reports
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Good public relations skills
- Hold and maintain a valid Class 5 British Columbia driver’s license
- Criminal record check approval
- Ability to perform manual labour duties and to perform the physical job requirements.

Assets

- Valid Security License from the Justice Institute of BC or equivalent (Willing to train the right candidate)
- Valid Fall Protection/Fall Arrest certification (when needed will be provided by employer)
- Valid First Aid either Basic or Advanced
- Fire suppression experience
- Experience with human/wildlife conflict resolution
- Valid WHMIS certification

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Other Perks/Benefits

Privileges as dispersed according to the Collective Agreement between the BC General Employees Union (BCGEU) and the Barkerville Heritage Trust.

📌 Protection Services – Casual/On-Call (Canada)
🏢 Barkerville Heritage Trust
📍 Canada