Med Fire Technician

This position will ensure the safe and efficient delivery of all Marine Emergency Duty courses using lifesaving Equipment provided by WMI for any location the company delivers courses.

Job Description:

Western Maritime Institute is a provider of maritime training and certification services, committed to promoting safety, competence, and compliance in the maritime industry. We are currently seeking an experienced Technician for our Ladysmith Campus. This position is integral in supporting our Marine Emergency Duties (MED) courses and Instructors at Western Maritime Institute. If you are a dedicated professional with the required qualifications and experience, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of our dynamic team. You will play a vital role in upholding safety and support by maintaining our equipment in compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Your key responsibilities will include Essential Functions and some Additional duties but are not limited to the following:

Essential Functions:

· Maintains, refills, and/or repairs all equipment used in MED training courses including but not limited to the following: Fire simulator (including Fire Pumps and associated systems), SCBA’s, FF PPE, Fire Extinguishers, Breathing Air Compressor, and associated Log and record books.

· Act as the “Ignition Officer “for the Fire control Team during life fire training evolutions. Issue of Firefighting gear and associated equipment during MED courses.

· Maintains, repacks, and/or repairs all LSE used in MED training courses including but not limited to the following: Survival Craft and Launching Arrangements, Life rafts, Life Jackets, Immersion Suits, Training pool and associated equipment, Logs and record books.

· Provide assistance during related LSE training courses when required

· Issue of Life saving equipment during MED courses.

· Carries out regular inventory of MED training equipment, advising of need and ordering replacement items as directed.

· Packs equipment required for off-site courses including dangerous goods documentation when required.

Additional Duties:

· Climb ladders, operate equipment, and work outdoors under various environmental conditions.

· Actively participates in yearly internal and external audits and maintains documents required or audits year round

· Basic knowledge and use of tools with respect to electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and mechanical trades.

· Able to lift 50 lbs due to the significant physical requirements of this position.

· Maintain timely communication with Instructors and management team members

Performs all other work-related duties for this position as required.

Qualifications:

Pool Operator Level 1 an asset or willingness to obtain

Transportation of Dangerous Goods an asset or willingness to obtain

Scott SCBA Maintainer Factory Certification an asset or willingness to obtain

How to Apply:

If you meet the qualifications and are enthusiastic about supporting maritime education, please send your resume, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and any certifications to info@maritimeed.com with “MED Fire Technician” in the subject line. Qualified candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process. Thank you for your interest and willingness to contribute to the success here at WMI.

Salary: commensurate with experience

Expected hours: 8 hours Daily (Mon to Friday) and possible weekends (Depending on course schedule and requirements) at the Ladysmith campus location

Experience:

Relevant experience conducting Live Fire Training evolutions

Working with Various hand tools and equipment

Experience working and communicating with teams

Maintaining and updating accurate records and logs

Regular inventory and equipment inspections

Using, maintaining, and inspecting Life Saving Equipment

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $300.00-$375.00 per day

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-04-30