Wildfire Watershed Operator

2 weeks ago

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada Capital Regional District Full time

Capital Regional District

Wildfire Watershed Operator (2 positions):

Integrated Water Services - Watershed Protection

Competition Number: 23/153

Employment Type:
Auxiliary (3-5 Month Term)

Hours of Work:
Up to 80 hours bi-weekly

Rate of Pay:
$30.48 per hour (plus 14% in lieu of benefits)

Job Summary

The Watershed Operator carries out a number of general and specialized labouring tasks as well as ongoing watershed protection and maintenance activities.

This position secures the Greater Victoria Water Supply Area by patrolling, reporting and taking action on unauthorized access, wildfire starts, spills and other minor emergencies that may occur.


The focus of this position is wildfire management and this position is a hybrid of routine labouring and patrol/security work.

In the event of an emergency on GVWSA lands these positions will be deployed to fire crews and emergency response crews, as required.

Operational needs, weather and other operating restrictions will influence the nature of the work and assignments.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities
People working in this role can expect to be responsible for performing the following duties.

This list is not meant to be comprehensive and other related duties similar in scope and complexity may be performed.


  • Performs weekday, weekend or after hours wildfire and security patrols and related duties as assigned.
  • Monitors, reports and takes action when unauthorized access, wildfire starts, spills or other minor emergencies occur; carries out fire watch and waters down worksites and carries out other wildfire prevention measures.
  • Carries out wildfire suppression initial attack activities under direction and in accordance with training, policies and procedures.
  • Provides information to and educates unauthorized GVWSA entrants about water supply area regulations as required in a positive, courteous and professional manner. Assists with routine reporting, attending to and recording bylaw violations.
  • Conducts watershed protection division activities using appropriate tools for the activity (such as chainsaw, brush saw, line trimmer and manual tools such as loppers and pruners) including:
  • vegetation management (brushing, mowing);
- road maintenance (inspecting and conducting maintenance of drainage structures, road clearing, sign maintenance);
- silviculture and forest fuel management (cutting, brushing, clearing, juvenile spacing, pruning, manual piling or scattering of woody debris, burning);
- invasive species management (cutting, brushing, pulling).

  • Responsible for routine cleanup of GVWSA facilities, assets, grounds and vehicles; maintains and cleans washroom facilities and restocks as required.
  • Completes basic watershed protection related assessments and surveys as required. Ensures accurate and timely completion of various recording and reporting forms.
  • Performs daytoday GVWSA protection and maintenance functions and regular operational work.
  • Ensures assigned activities are carried out in a manner that protects water quality as the prime objective. Notifies supervisor of any potential environmental risks and takes immediate action when necessary.
  • Assists other staff as needed or directed.
  • Operates a variety of CRD vehicles, trailers and equipment.
  • Follows all policies, procedures and standards of the CRD.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

  • Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by postsecondary courses in a related field such as watershed management, hydrology, biology, forestry, environmental science; and 10 months directly related experience.
  • Experience should include demonstrated wildland fire experience, days of fireline experience, which may include a relevant mix of large and/or small fires.
  • Current S100/185 Basic Fire Suppression and Safety, or willing to recertify.
  • Demonstrated routine chainsaw aptitude/experience or willing to obtain.
  • Occupational First Aid Level 1 or willing to obtain.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills are required.
  • Knowledge and ability in the methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment commonly used in a forest management and wildfire management setting such as wildfire initial attack, silviculture, landscaping and general maintenance activities.
  • Demonstrated ability and experience in safe operation of fourwheel drive vehicles. Knowledge and aptitude to work safely with power driven forestry equipment such as chain saws, brush saws, fire pumps and other potentially hazardous hand tools.
  • Ability to perform a variety of skilled manual tasks requiring the use of independent judgement and action.
  • The ability to work independently or as part of a crew while demonstrating initiative to provide practical solutions to operational problems that arise.
  • Ability to maintain routine records and logbook entries related to work activities.
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