SST26-04 Apprentice Fire Prevention and Safety Technician
The Apprentice Fire Prevention and Security Technician is responsible for inspecting fire safety equipment and vehicles, as well as supporting dispatchers and supervisors in daily operations. They also provide employee training, conduct road patrols, and ensure compliance with camp regulations.
- On-site
- Kuujjuaq (Village), QC
- Posted Jul 31, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Apprentice Fire Prevention and Security Technician This position is reserved for Nunavik Inuit Beneficiary of the JBNQA PERMANENT POSITION Code SST26-04 POSITION TO FILL 1 DEADLINE TO APPLY AUGUST 14 2026 The work location is at Nunavik and the normal work schedule is on a rotation of 4 weeks: 2 weeks worked (77 hours per week, 7 days a week) followed by 2 weeks for off. PRIVILEGES & BENEFITS * A competitive salary including bonuses and a comprehensive range of benefits (group insurance, generous retirement plan, telemedicine, EAP, etc.). * Enriching and stimulating learning opportunities. * Our work environment is characterized by its friendliness, commitment, and a culture of collaboration. Responsibilities Reporting to the Supervisor and Team Lead, the Apprentice Fire Prevention / Security Technician is primarily responsible for: * Conducting required inspections of fire safety equipment and systems at the Expo site, as well as vehicles used by the Security and Emergency Measures Services and the Fire Brigade; * Providing support to Security and Emergency Measures dispatchers and supervisors in carrying out their daily duties; * Ensuring the maintenance and proper operation of fire extinguishers; * Providing training to employees; * Conducting road patrols; * Ensuring compliance with camp rules and regulations; * Representing the employer within the scope of their responsibilities; * Performing any other related duties assigned by the Supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS * High school diploma (DES) (an asset); * Firefighter 1 certification or Fire Alarm Technician certification (ACAI/CFAA), or any other relevant experience related to the position may be considered (an asset); * Valid general explosives permit (an asset); * Relevant work experience related to the position (an asset); * Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; * Possession of a valid Class 5 or territorial driver’s license (mandatory); * Possession of a valid Class 4A driver’s license (an asset); * Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in at least two of the following languages: Inuktitut, English, or French (trilingualism considered an asset). Skills * Self-motivated, responsible, able to meet deadlines, methodical, strong team player, leadership skills, and excellent judgment; * Complies with occupational health and safety regulations, as well as environmental requirements; * Ability to work in a multicultural environment; * Ability to develop and maintain strong interpersonal relationships; * Ability to work under pressure. The masculine is used for the sole purpose of lightening the text and designates both the feminine and the masculine. Only the selected candidates for an interview will be called.
What you’ll do
The Apprentice Fire Prevention and Security Technician is responsible for inspecting fire safety equipment and vehicles, as well as supporting dispatchers and supervisors in daily operations. They also provide employee training, conduct road patrols, and ensure compliance with camp regulations.
Requirements
Candidates should possess a high school diploma and relevant certifications such as Firefighter 1 or Fire Alarm Technician. A valid Class 5 driver's license is mandatory, and the ability to communicate in multiple languages is considered an asset.
Benefits
• Competitive salary • Bonuses • Group insurance • Retirement plan • Telemedicine • Employee Assistance Program
Other relevant skills
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- Fire safety inspection
- Fire extinguisher maintenance
- Emergency measures support
- Training delivery
- Road patrol
- Compliance monitoring
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Judgment
- Occupational health and safety
- Multicultural communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Working under pressure
- Firefighter I Certification
- Ability To Meet Deadlines
- Expo (Application Development Framework)
- Valid Driver's License
- Self-Motivation
- Communication
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Occupational Safety And Health
- English Language
- Fire Alarm Systems
- Fire Safety
- Fire Prevention
- French Language
- Microsoft Office
- Team Leadership
- Telehealth
- Friendliness
Job areas
- Security & Safety
- Trades
- Logistics
- Fire Safety Technician
- Fire Inspector / Investigator
- Civil Engineering Technicians
- Fire Inspectors and Investigators
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week