05 Jan
Government of Alberta
Edmonton
Job Information
Job Title: AWCC Aircraft Logistics
Job Requisition ID: 65240
Ministry: Forestry and Parks
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Wage
Hours of Work: Up to 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary Wage
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: Open Until Suitable Candidate Found
Classification: Administrative Support 4
Salary: $24.22 to $29.59 per hour
About Us
The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve. The Ministry of Forestry and Parks invests in growing Alberta’s environmentally responsible wood products and forestry sector, protecting Alberta’s forests from wildfire, preserving our provincial parks,
and supporting Alberta’s vibrant tourism industry.
The Alberta Wildfire Coordination Centre (AWCC), located in Edmonton, works with the 10 Forest Areas in the Province to coordinate suppression and pre-suppression efforts. The AWCC is open 7 days a week during the peak fire season to assist the forest areas and has a team of seasonal and full-time staff that facilitate wildfire operations across the province.
Do you want to be a key part of the AWCC and have what it takes to perform the following tasks?
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment with consistently changing priorities and high levels of multi-tasking.
- Communicate accurately and efficiently within a team environment.
- Intake and document information received through multiple mediums such as phone calls, radios, emails, and face-to-face conversations.
- Available to work through evenings, weekends, and possible overnight shifts.
AWCC Aircraft Logistics fill a vital, technical role that involves:
- Coordinating the provincial, national, and international dispatch of aircraft resources.
- Working with the Provincial Aircraft Coordinator and Forest Areas to ensure timely communication regarding resource dispatch.
- Maintaining and updating data entry for managing aircraft contracts.
- Dispatching aviation fuel and maintaining communication with aircraft companies.
- Monitoring all aircraft and fire activities to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Initiating emergency response procedures as required.
- Maintaining radio check-ins in accordance with safety protocols.
Successful applicants will receive training in the Alberta Wildfire Dispatcher Orientation Course and wildfire-specific computer programs utilized in daily work.
Qualifications
- High school diploma.
- Two (2) years of related experience.
*All candidates must be 18 years of age or older as of March 1, 2025, or prior to their start date.
- Position start dates range from March 1 to April 30, 2025.
Equivalencies will be considered, and candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary.
Additional Requirements:
- Demonstrated organization, multi-tasking, and planning skills.
- Experience coordinating with various stakeholder groups.
- Valid First Aid Certificate with CPR.
- Valid Class 5 Driver's License.
- Current Driver’s Abstract with a record of seven (7) demerits or less.
- Completion of a Par-Q and/or fitness test.
- Certificate of Proficiency in Radio (Aeronautical) from Industry Canada.
Assets Include:
- Experience using Wildfire Management software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of the Wildfire Management program and aircraft equipment capabilities.
About Your Work Environment:
This requisition is for seasonal wage AWCC Aircraft Logistics positions that work rotational shifts, with 7.25 hours workday, up to approximately 36.25 hours per week. Evening, weekend, overnight, and holiday shifts are required.
What We Offer:
Wage employees receive 11.2% in addition to regular wage earnings in lieu of paid holidays and vacation leave:
- 5.2% of regular wage earnings instead of paid holidays.
- 6% of regular wage earnings instead of annual vacation pay.
How To Apply:
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements. Candidates are required to apply for a job online. For more information, please visit the Government of Alberta job application resources.
Closing Statement:
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
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