Treaty Seven Helitack Crew Employment Opportunity This Wildland Fire Fighting Crew provides the right individual with a unique opportunity to work as a team member alongside people with similar interests. It offers the chance to see different and remote areas of Alberta and to assist in preserving Albertas natural resources. Members of these two - four person Helitack wildland fire crews are only recruited from Treaty Seven Band members or non-members living on a Treaty Seven Reserve. The position is a challenging one, bringing with it a feeling of personal satisfaction and accomplishment. Crew members must maintain a state of good health and physical fitness to endure the rigorous training and at times arduous working conditions. The fitness standard reflects the very real dangers that accompany firefighting. On a fire, a high-energy output over extended periods is normal, and good physical conditioning helps mitigate the risk of fatigue related accidents. Prior to training camp, all candidates must have, and be able to show proof of, a valid standard first aid certificate with CPR, a drivers license (or a minimum of a learners permit for the first year) and a defensive driving certificate. Medical Screening Before any physical fitness testing is conducted, all candidates must complete a Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) and sign an Informed Consent. Those candidates who have answered Yes to any of the PAR-Q questions will require a doctors written permission to take part in the testing and will be required to submit this document at check-in. At the training course, the candidate will then undergo an extensive medical examination. Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) esrd.alberta.ca/about-esrd/esrd-careers-jobs/seasonal-employment/documents/PAR-Q.pdf Physical Fitness At a location designated by the area office, all applicants selected must complete a physical fitness test. Members are tested throughout the season and must be able to meet the following minimum physical fitness standards at all times. Failure to do so may result in the member being released from the program. Fitness Training Physical training is recommended four to six weeks prior to attempting this fitness test. For guidelines for training, see: Fit to Fight esrd.alberta.ca/about-esrd/esrd-careers-jobs/seasonal-employment/documents/FitToFight.pdf WFX-FIT Six Week Training Program esrd.alberta.ca/about-esrd/esrd-careers-jobs/seasonal-employment/documents/WFX-FIT-6WeekTrainingProgram-2011.pdf WFX-FIT Fitness Test Description esrd.alberta.ca/about-esrd/esrd-careers-jobs/seasonal-employment/documents/WFX-CircuitDescription-2011.pdf Are you prepared for WFX-Fit? esrd.alberta.ca/about-esrd/esrd-careers-jobs/seasonal-employment/documents/Wildfire-WFX-FIT-Oct2013.pdf Fire Training (April 21-May 2, 2014) or March 31 to April 9 2014 The Helitack training course is held each year at the Hinton Training Centre in Hinton, Alberta. Job offers are extended upon successful completion of the training. Instructors conduct continuous assessments of each candidates attitude, competence, suitability, job knowledge, ability to follow instructions and fitness. Training includes both theory and practical in subjects such as: o radio o equipment use and maintenance o map and compass reading o firefighting methods o fire weather/behaviour o helicopter safety o pump and power saw training o Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) o Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) o bear safety Candidates are subjected to stressful conditions with morning fitness classes at 0600 hours each day, seven days a week. There will be occasional evening lectures, written exams on fire theory, practical application, and the use of fire fighting equipment. The candidate will progress from the basics, from proper care and usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), to helicopter operations. Safety is of the utmost importance: anyone failing to display a safety-conscious attitude will not be accepted. The training is strenuous, and candidates will be assessed and selected in accordance to the above guidelines and to their suitability for the program. Pending training completion, crew members will report to their Wildfire Management Area, where they will live and work together in strategically placed fire bases. During a typical season, members may experience varied periods of fire action. The remainder may include project work, proficiency training or deployment to other regions while waiting for fire action. Crews will usually have trailer/bunkhouse accommodations. In some cases, members may be expected to cook for themselves. Members can also be based in tent camps in remote locations and overnight on a fire to extinguish it. Members are expected to supply sleeping bags, CSA-approved safety footwear, rain gear, adequate work clothing, running shoes, exercise clothing, and personal items. The employment period will vary depending on the location. The approximate period may be from April 1 to October 31 and may be extended depending on the fire hazard. Due to the helicopter payload limitations, there may be a weight restriction for individuals accepted into the program. Rates of Pay The range for Helitack members will be from $19.44 to $23.93 per hour, depending on a members experience.
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