Industrial Firefighter
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Industrial Firefighter / Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
Unlimited Safety Services Ltd. (USS) — North West Fire Rescue Group
Location: Alberta Beach, Alberta
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time and Casual
Compensation: $900–$3,000 per week, depending on qualifications, experience, deployment, and applicable pay arrangements.
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time and Casual
Compensation: $900–$3,000 per week, depending on qualifications, experience, deployment, and applicable pay arrangements.
Build a Career, Not Just a Job.
Are you ready to put your skills, training, and commitment to work where they matter most?
Unlimited Safety Services Ltd. (USS) is seeking motivated, professional, and safety-focused Industrial Firefighters and Emergency Medical Responders (EMRs) to join our growing emergency response team.
This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience across industrial firefighting, emergency medical standby, wildland operations, technical rescue, municipal fire support, and emergency management.
Whether you are establishing your emergency services career or expanding your existing qualifications and operational experience, USS offers opportunities to develop your skills, pursue additional training, and contribute to meaningful emergency response operations.
If you value teamwork, professionalism, safety, and continuous learning, we encourage you to apply.
About Unlimited Safety Services
Unlimited Safety Services is part of the North West Fire Rescue Group, a diverse emergency services organization providing fire protection, emergency medical, industrial safety, and rescue services.
Our operations include:
- Industrial fire protection and emergency response.
- Emergency medical standby services.
- H₂S safety supervision.
- Wildland firefighting operations.
- Municipal fire and rescue services.
- Technical rescue and emergency management.
- Fire service training and education.
Our personnel may respond to industrial fires, structure fires, wildland and interface fires, motor vehicle incidents, medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, confined space emergencies, and other rescue operations.
No two deployments are the same. Our team members have opportunities to strengthen their capabilities while working in challenging and diverse environments.
Position Summary
Industrial Firefighters and Emergency Medical Responders support emergency response operations at industrial sites, fire stations, events, and other designated locations.
Depending on qualifications, training, and assignment, duties may include:
Firefighting and Emergency Response:
- Respond to industrial fire emergencies and other incidents.
- Perform fire suppression using handlines, pumps, and firefighting equipment.
- Participate in wildland firefighting operations when required.
- Assess incident scenes, identify hazards, and assist with scene stabilization.
- Work collaboratively with emergency response personnel and client representatives.
Emergency Medical Services:
- Provide medical standby coverage at industrial sites and designated events.
- Assess patients and provide emergency care within the scope of current certification and authorization.
- Maintain accurate patient care documentation and incident reports.
- Coordinate with Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and healthcare providers when required.
Rescue Operations:
- Participate in confined space rescue operations when appropriately trained and authorized.
- Assist with vehicle extrication and other technical rescue activities.
- Inspect, operate, and maintain rescue equipment in accordance with training and procedures.
Equipment and Station Readiness:
- Inspect emergency vehicles, apparatus, firefighting equipment, and rescue tools.
- Maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) and operational readiness.
- Complete equipment inspections, maintenance records, and required reports.
- Assist with inventory management and station organization.
Safety, Training, and Compliance:
- Follow company Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs), client procedures, and applicable safety requirements.
- Participate in safety meetings, drills, training exercises, and professional development.
- Maintain required certifications and qualifications.
- Promote a professional, accountable, and safety-focused workplace.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet the qualifications applicable to their intended role.
Firefighter Applicants:
- NFPA 1001 Firefighter Level I and/or Level II, as applicable to the position.
- NFPA 1072 or NFPA 472 hazardous materials training, as applicable.
- Current CPR certification.
- ICS 100 certification.
- Valid driver's license appropriate to assigned duties.
- Standard First Aid, EMR, or a higher level of medical certification, as required for the role.
Medical Applicants:
- Current EMR, PCP, ACP, or equivalent recognized medical qualification appropriate to the position.
- Current registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics, where applicable.
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid driver's license appropriate to assigned duties.
Safety Certifications:
Candidates must possess, or meet company requirements for obtaining and maintaining, the certifications applicable to their assignment. These may include:
- H₂S Alive.
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG).
- Common Safety Orientation (CSO).
Applicants should identify all current certifications and their expiry dates in their résumé or application.
Preferred Qualifications and Assets:
The following are considered valuable assets:
- Class 1, 2, or 3 driver's license.
- Air Brake Endorsement (Q).
- Fire apparatus driving and pump operator qualifications.
- Rope rescue or ice rescue certification.
- Fire instructor or fire officer qualifications.
- Wildland firefighting training.
- Previous industrial emergency response experience.
- Oil and gas industry experience.
- Technical trade background or related industrial experience.
Candidates who demonstrate initiative, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to ongoing training are encouraged to apply.
What We Are Looking For:
Successful candidates demonstrate:
- Integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
- A strong work ethic and positive attitude.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Sound judgment and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Physical fitness and the ability to perform demanding operational duties.
- The ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Flexibility to work rotating schedules and accept deployments as required.
- A commitment to safety, customer service, and continuous professional development.
Physical and Work Requirements:
This is a physically demanding, in-person role that may involve:
- Wearing firefighting PPE and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
- Working in extreme temperatures and adverse weather.
- Lifting, carrying, dragging, and moving equipment weighing up to 45 kg (100 lbs.).
- Carrying approximately 22 kg (50 lbs.) of protective equipment during strenuous activities.
- Climbing ladders and working at heights.
- Working in confined spaces and low-visibility environments when appropriately trained and authorized.
- Operating in high-stress emergency environments and remote locations.
Medical clearance may be required depending on the position and assignment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable legislation.
Training and Career Development
USS supports employee development and opportunities to expand emergency services capabilities.
Depending on operational needs, eligibility, and available programs, development opportunities may include:
- Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification.
- NFPA 1021 Fire Officer Levels I and II.
- NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor Levels I and II.
- Health and Safety Officer training.
- Incident Safety Officer training.
- Class 3 driver's license training.
- Additional firefighting, medical, rescue, and emergency management qualifications.
Employees who demonstrate professionalism, initiative, and a commitment to continuous improvement may have opportunities to pursue additional responsibilities and career advancement.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Advertised compensation: $900–$3,000 per week.
- Actual compensation depends on qualifications, experience, deployment, and applicable pay arrangements. Compensation and employment terms will be discussed during recruitment.
Depending on the position and eligibility, benefits and opportunities may include:
- Full-time and casual employment opportunities.
- Flexible scheduling, subject to operational requirements.
- Life insurance.
- On-site parking.
- Tuition reimbursement, subject to program terms.
- Relocation assistance, where applicable.
- Subsistence pay, where applicable.
- Company-issued PPE, excluding safety boots.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Exposure to diverse industrial, municipal, medical, and emergency response operations.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
A six-month probationary period applies.
Conditions of Employment:
Successful candidates may be required to provide or complete the following, depending on the position and client requirements:
- Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search where required.
- Current driver's abstract.
- Valid driver's license.
- Proof of required certifications and professional registrations.
- Medical clearance, where required.
- Proof of eligibility to work in Canada.
- Pre-employment and client-mandated drug and alcohol testing, where required.
- Required training, site orientations, and client-specific screening.
Employment and deployment are subject to meeting applicable company and client requirements.
Work Location and Availability:
- The primary operational location is Alberta Beach, Alberta, with work assignments throughout Alberta and Western Canada.
- Candidates must be able to reliably commute to the applicable work location or arrange relocation before starting, as required.
- Candidates must be fluent in English and willing to work in person, including at industrial sites and remote locations.
- Casual personnel are deployed according to operational requirements, client contracts, and individual availability.
- Full-time schedules and assignments are determined by operational needs.
How to Apply
Ready to build your career in emergency services?
Email your résumé and supporting qualifications to:
Please include:
- Relevant firefighting, medical, rescue, and industrial experience.
- Current certifications and expiry dates.
- Driver's license class and applicable endorsements.
- Current medical qualifications and professional registration, where applicable.
- Availability for full-time or casual deployment.
- Willingness to travel or relocate, if required.
Build Your Skills. Expand Your Experience. Make a Difference.
Join Unlimited Safety Services Ltd. and become part of a team committed to safety, professionalism, teamwork, and operational excellence.
Your next chapter starts here. Apply today.