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New Job Posting Available! - Firefighter/Alternate Firefighter (TFS - Tłı̨chǫ Communities)

New Job Posting Available! - Firefighter/Alternate Firefighter (TFS - Tłı̨chǫ Communities)

New Job Posting Available! - Firefighter/Alternate Firefighter (TFS - Tłı̨chǫ Communities)

Tłı̨chǫ Firefighting Services (TFS) is 100% Indigenous Owned by Tłı̨chǫ Investment Corporation. We are currently accepting applications for the seasonal firefighting project located in the four Tłı̨chǫ communities: Behchokǫ̀, Whatì, Gamètì, and Wekweètì.

Type 1 Firefighter/Alternate Firefighter
 

As part of the TFS team, the Type 1 Firefighter/Alternate Firefighter will report to the Crew Lead.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Combat, extinguish, and prevent fires, with the objective of saving lives and property.
  • Ability to handle and operate a variety of rescue equipment.
  • Properly wear special protective clothing.


Requirements

  • Must pass a very physically demanding fitness test.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs across rough terrain.
  • Knowledge of fire suppression equipment.
  • Submit a confirmed criminal record history.
  • Travel outside of your based community and/or outside of the territories for Type 1 Firefighters may be required.

 

TFS offers a competitive remuneration package and a seasonal pension plan.

Apply here