Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter (ARFF) – Moose Jaw (CBO) – 2024

Canadian Base Operators’ Moose Jaw Team is recruiting for a permanent Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter (ARFF) position! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

Our Team of professional Firefighters is proud to support Canada’s Royal Canadian Air Force and Aviators during their time at CFB Moose Jaw – 2 Canadian Forces Flying Training School. Our team specializes in crash fire rescue response for (2) primary aircraft: CT-156 Harvard II and the CT-114 Tutor (Canadian Snowbird 431 Air Demonstration Squadron). We provide fire inspection and support services for 15 Wing as a component of our regular duties. Our team currently operates on a 2-Platoon system, with each Platoon working a 7 day on – 7 day off rotation schedule with 12 hour days (except for Sunday which is an 8 hour day), this is subject to change if operationally required

If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

Under the direction of the Fire Chief, the Firefighter is responsible for responding as a member of the duty crew to all aircraft emergencies and provides standby support for hazardous material spills during flying hours. The Firefighter will also participate in daily training and exercises, verify the operational readiness of the fire vehicle and onboard equipment and assist in the maintenance of an adequate inventory of firefighting consumable stores.

Structure

Firefighters reporting to the Fire Chief and Red Leaders

Specific Accountabilities

• Perform inspections, testing, maintenance, repairs and tasks generated by the CMMS and as required by regulatory standards.
• Responds as a firefighter to all aircraft emergency situations.
• Responds as a firefighter to all aircraft emergency situations.
• Performs daily vehicle and equipment checks and verifies personal protective equipment.
• Inspects and coordinates the maintenance for handheld fire extinguishers of all classes.
• Ensures adequate numbers of charged breathing air cylinders are on hand.
• Conducts various building and fire inspections.
• Assists and maintains training and incident logs.
• Participates in daily fitness training program.
• Conducts Inspection, Testing and Maintenance (ITM) of all fire alarm and suppression systems for the entire Wing.
• Attends annual live fire training.
• Is responsible to maintain a high level of security while performing and executing their scope of work.
• Supports and participates in Canadian Base Operators Safety Program, HSE and Environmental policies and procedures.
• Ensure proper maintenance and repair of all tools and equipment;
• Other Fire Fighting duties as required within the capabilities of the individual.

• Firefighter Level II (NFPA 1001)
• Fire Apparatus Driver / Operator - (NFPA 1002)
• Airport Fire Fighter (NFPA 1003)
• Standard First Aid and CPR C
• CARS Re-certification – Live Fire Training – participate annually.
• Fire Inspector Level 1 (NFPA 1031) desirable but not mandatory.
• Portable Fire Extinguisher Inspection and Maintenance certification (NFPA 10)
• Strong leadership and communications skills.
• Familiar in hazardous material spill cleanup procedures for storing and handling hazardous materials is desirable but not mandatory.
• Strong planning, organization, and execution skills.
• Strong understanding of computer maintenance management systems, database, spreadsheet and Word processing programs in Windows.
• Must have and maintain a minimum of a valid Class 5A driver’s license.
• Must pass an enhanced reliability security clearance.
• Must pass a medical examination, Drug and Alcohol test. Follows company’s HSE and Environmental policies and procedures.

Specific training provided by Canadian Base Operators (not limited to):

• Lockout/Tagout Training
• WHMIS Training
• Ramp DDC course
• Radio Proficiency
• QNFT Fit Test
• SCBA Training
• PFE Training

All licenses and certificates must be valid and current. Copies of all applicable licensing requirements are to be supplied to the HR department each year or as renewed.

COVID-19 Regulations: Canadian Base Operators complies with all applicable COVID-19 requirements. This may require employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, provide attestations regarding vaccination status and/or COVID-19 testing, or satisfy other conditions of employment that Canadian Base Operators deems appropriate, and employees may be required to show proof of vaccination and/or negative COVID-19 test results as a condition of employment (except in limited circumstances where an employee is legally entitled to an accommodation).

Application Deadline:

Applications will be accepted until 4:00pm on 9 August 2024.