Fire Ranger 2 - Cache

FR2 Fire Ranger 2

Departmental

18 Weeks

Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources

Manitoba Wildfire Service, Wildfire and Enforcement Division

Paint Lake Provincial Park MB

Advertisement Number: 42639

Salary(s):   FR2 $1,610.40 - $1,764.00 bi-weekly Plus Remoteness Allowance, if applicable

Closing Date:   April 10, 2024

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.

Reporting to the Regional Warehouse Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for daily maintenance and service of the fire equipment.  This will include weekly inventory, shipping, receiving and delivering to the Districts and Regions.  

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must be physically capable of performing the duties such as moderate to heavy lifting.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime and weekends on short notice.
• Must possess and maintain a full valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent. 

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Experience in outdoor work or recreation involving manual labour and/or physical activity.
• Experience in the use and maintenance of small engine equipment, camping gear and power tools.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent teamwork skills.

Desired:

• Experience in a warehouse or retail store setting.

Duties:
The incumbent will be repsonsible for the maintenance of fire equipment and buildings.  Will be responsible with shipping and receiving of inventory and provide Wildfire suppression support.. Other duties as assigned. 

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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