Train Fireman

**Join the Heritage Park Team**:
**Posted January 24, 2023**:
**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Checks the track for obstructions and the train for the dragging of loose objects;
- Makes certain the tracks are clear of people;
- Corrects any problems immediately in an appropriate manner;
- Maintains the water level in the locomotive boiler, and the fire in the fire box;
- Interprets signals and relays messages to the Engineer;
- May operate the engine if required;
- Provides Customer Service and information to visitors as necessary in a courteous and friendly manner;
- Notes and reports any property damage or unsafe working conditions;
- Other duties as assigned.

**Education**:

- Completion of High School plus post secondary training in a relevant job related area;
- Firefighter or temporary firefighter certificate is required.

**Experience**:

- Previous experience working with steam locomotives, and a thorough knowledge of their operation would be an asset;
- At least one season with Heritage Park would be an asset.

**Skills**:

- The ability to detect problems and solve them quickly and efficiently is necessary.;
- Applicants must have the aptitude to learn quickly and communicate effectively;
- Fluency in English is essential;
- A valid driver’s license is required.

**Special Clothing and Equipment**:

- Costumes will be supplied by Heritage Park as required;
- Washing and maintaining Costumes in a presentable fashion will be the employees’ responsibility;
- Individuals will be required to supply their own appropriate footwear, to be approved by the Costume Department Supervisor during Park open season periods;
- Safety equipment as required will be supplied by Heritage Park and maintained by the employee.

**Special Working Conditions**:

- The employee must be prepared to work in a variety of weather conditions;
- A considerable amount of walking, standing, lifting and other strenuous duties are required in order to complete the work assigned;
- This position requires a person in good physical condition.

**Hours of Work**:

- Various scheduled hours of work including possible weekends, statutory holidays, fluctuating hours and overtime as required.

**How to Apply**:
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.