Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services Temporary/Seasonal Recruitment (1)

The Ontario Public Service is recruiting for temporary/seasonal positions in the Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES) branch, including Data Entry/Clerical, Radio Operator, and Hose Plant Labourer roles. Candidates must be 18+, speak English, and have the legal right to work in Canada. Positions require organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Work is primarily from May to August, with some roles requiring physical labor.
The Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES) Branch's main role is to prevent, mitigate, detect and respond to wildland fires, to protect the public and our natural resources. This important objective could not be fulfilled without a large cast of support positions to make it possible. For more information on these individual roles, please read below and consider applying today.

How do I qualify?

Who is Eligible?

For all positions, you are eligible if you:

• are 18 years of age or older

• speak English

• are legally entitled to work in Canada and are also required to have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN)

Relevant Skills:

• You have leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal.

• You display professional, respectful and inclusive behaviour.

• You have listening skills and close attention to detail.

• You have organizational and prioritization skills.

• You have problem-solving and judgement skills.

• You have administrative and clerical skills to complete forms, manage files and process transactions.

• You can understand and follow organizational policies and protocols.

Data Entry/Clerical ($24.67/hr - $28.59/hr)

• Hiring as needed by the department, but generally May through to August.

• The Data Entry/Clerical position is a support role in administration.

• The primary function of this position is the timely & accurate entry of data into various wildfire computer systems.

• Highly organized individual with excellent keyboard, computer and communication skills.

• Experience in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Outlook and Excel.

• Answering incoming telephone calls in a timely and professional manner.

• Availability to work on weekend and statutory holidays, where required.

Radio Operator ($25.32/hr – $29.24/hr)

• Hiring as needed by the department, but generally May through August.

• Radio Operators manage multiple tasks effectively, ensuring accurate and timely data entry into multiple wildfire-specific programs, prioritizing radio calls and verbal communication skills.

• Wildfire Radio Operators will see changes in pace throughout the day, and at times the job will involve multiple demands, interruptions, and time-specific requests. Attention to detail is paramount, as is professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

• You possess or have the ability to obtain a restricted radio-telephone operator's certificate.

• Experience in Microsoft Office, specifically: Word, Outlook and Excel.

• Highly organized individual with excellent keyboard, computer and communication skills.

• Ability to travel and work for extended periods, including weekends based on operational requirements.

Hose Plant Labourer ($22.86/hr - $24.66/hr)

• Hiring will take place on an as-needed basis, as per operational demands.

• Physically fit. Tasks include lifting up to 65 lbs, working on your feet for extended periods, and repetitive movement.

• Ability to operate simple machinery.

• Work safely and cohesively as part of a team to meet daily production targets.

• Be able to work in indoor and outdoor operations in various weather conditions and extended work hours when needed.

• Availability to work on weekend and statutory holidays, where required.

• This position is only available at the
Thunder Bay
work location.

Warehouse Labourer ($23.64/hr - $25.95/hr)

• Hiring will take place on an as-needed basis, as per operational demands.

• Responsible for receiving, storing, and issuing of materials and supplies.

• Physically fit. Tasks include lifting up to 65 lbs, working on your feet for extended periods, and repetitive movement.

• Ability to learn to drive forklift if required.

• Work in a team environment and ability to follow directions, able to work independently as required.

• Be able to work in indoor and outdoor operations in various weather conditions and extended work hours when needed.

• Be responsible for accurate inventory counts, ability to complete shipping and receiving documentation.

• Availability to work on weekend and statutory holidays, where required.

General Labourer ($22.86/hr - $24.66/hr)

• Hiring will take place on an as-needed basis, as per operational demands.

• Physically fit. Tasks include lifting up to 65 lbs, working on your feet for extended periods, and repetitive movement.

• Work in a team environment and ability to follow directions, able to work independently as required.

• Be able to work in indoor and outdoor operations in various weather conditions and extended work hours when needed.

• Availability to work on weekend and statutory holidays, where required.

Driver ($26.65/hr - $27.85/hr)

• Hiring will take place on an as-needed basis, as per operational demands.

• Safely transport cargo and/or passengers from one location to another.

• The successful candidate will require a valid G licence or equivalent. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.

• Able to work both independently and in a team environment while following directions as required.

• Knowledge and experience of safe driving techniques while traveling on gravel and forest industry roads an asset.

• Availability to work on weekend and statutory holidays, where required.

Maintenance Mechanic 1-3 ($25.11/hr - $33.55/hr)

• Hiring will take place on an as-needed basis, as per operational demands.

• Responsible for the refurbishment of equipment used for wildfire suppression (e.g. Chainsaws, portable water pumps).

• Inspect, repair, test, clean and sort fire-line tools and equipment.

• Physically fit. Tasks include lifting up to 65 lbs, working on your feet for extended periods, and repetitive movement.

• Able to assist experienced mechanical staff when conducting repairs.

• Keep equipment, tools and shop area clean daily.

• Work safely independently and in a team environment.

• Be able to work in indoor and outdoor operations in various weather conditions and extended work hours when needed.

• Be responsible for accurate inventory counts, ability to complete shipping and receiving documentation.

• Availability to work on weekend and statutory holidays, where required.

• This position is only available at the
Thunder Bay
and
Sudbury
work locations.

TO APPLY:

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