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Trojan Safety Servicers is looking for Industrial Firefighters.

Must have NFPA 1001 level 1&2. OR NFPA 1081

Roles and Responsibilities

This is a set schedule position of 21 days on 14 days off

An Industrial Firefighter’s main role on any job site is to actively respond to an emergency situation such as an uncontrolled fire or release of potentially harmful substances that may come in contact with personnel on location. The Firefighters travel in teams of two, sometimes three, allowing one to control the pump while the other suppresses the fire with foam and water. The Firefighter’s tasks include but are not limited to:

• Act as emergency personnel on site by:
• Being first on the scene to control fires,
• Assisting in the rescue of workers,
• Assisting personnel exposed to harmful substances,
• Assisting H2S Supervisors and/or First Aid Attendants in the event of an emergency;
• Educating crews on hazards of flammable substance and emergency evacuations;
• Be an active participant in all safety meetings;
• Operate all company vehicles and equipment in a safe and appropriate manner;
• Maintain all tickets;
• Perform pre and post trips for all jobs;
• Follow all company Health and Safety rules.
• Maintain vehicles and fire equipment up to municipal fire hall standards
• Work in the shop assisting in daily operations Monday - Friday when not on field jobs

Character Traits

Industrial Firefighters should posses the following:

• Confident;
• Practical;
• Responsible;
• Professional;
• Patient;
• Safety conscious;
• Mature
• Able to remain calm in emergency situations;
• Effectively communicate with others;
• Have excellent problem solving abilities.

Physical Requirements

Due to the nature of the position, an Industrial Firefighter must:

• Maintain a reasonable level of fitness;
• Have normal color vision, as many safety systems are color coded;
• Be able to work several consecutive shifts (12 hours) consisting of day and night shifts.

Qualifications

• NFPA 1001 Level 1 and 2 or
• NFPA 1081 (Auxiliary Firefighters)
• Intermediate First Aid (Will Supply)
• H2S Alive (Will Supply)
• Valid Class 3 Drivers License with air brake endorsement (preferred) & Current (within 3 months), clear Drivers Abstract

This is considered a safety sensitive position and the candidate must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Trojan Core Values – The Heart of Everything We Do:

• Show you care
• Keep learning
• Always on time
• Dependable
• It’s all about relationships

You will be asked to provide a copy of your current tickets as well as a recent drivers abstract before continuing with the hiring process. Bonus points if you include all this with your application.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00-$29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 70.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Relocation assistance
• Wellness program

Application question(s):

• Do you live in Canada?

Licence/Certification:

• NFPA 1001 1&2 or NFPA 1081 minimum (required)

Work Location: In person