RECRUITMENT
Before You Apply
Thank you for your interest in employment with Rider Ventures! We are looking forward to reviewing your application and meeting you. We just have a few things we would like you to be aware of before you apply.
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Company Background
Rider Ventures is a growing company based in Coldstream BC. We provide professional wildfire and flood protection services to government agencies, corporations and private property owners. Our services include forestry, wildfire and flood safety, emergency response, training, consulting, and overhead personnel. Our multi-trained crews are invested in performing their duties efficiently, safely, with integrity, and by utilizing traditional indigenous land stewardship practices. We are committed to establishing respectful and long-lasting team and client relationships. For more information please visit www.riderventures.ca/about.
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Minimum Requirements
Minimum Age
In compliance with our contractual responsibilities with the BC Wildlife Service, employees must be minimum 18 years old to work on the Fire Crew.
Eligible to work in Canada
To be eligible to work in Canada, you must first be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident in Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada under the Federal Immigration Act. If you have a valid temporary work permit, you may be eligible for temporary work until your permit expires or is renewed.
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Employment Policy
Rider Ventures actively fosters a mutually supportive work environment. We invite all individuals without regard to race, religion, sex (including orientation and gender identity) or any other status protected under applicable law to apply for a position with Rider Ventures. Due to the Safety-Sensitive nature of our work we have a strict Impairment Policy.
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Please review our work environment policies here: Policies for Employment Application.
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Application Process
Phase 1: Screening
During the Screening Phase, you will be required to submit an Employment Application Form. If you have questions or problems with the Employee Application Form please email info@riderventures.ca for assistance. Only successful applicants will be contacted for interviews.
Phase 2: Training and Fitness Testing
Depending on your level of experience and qualifications you may be required to successfully complete additional training.
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You may be required to take the WFX-FIT test. Information about WFX-FIT and how to prepare for the test can be reviewed here Are You Prepared for WFX-FIT or go to www.wfx-fit.ca. You will need Two pieces of ID (one photo ID), a completed Physicians Release Form and a completed Par-Q Form for the test.
*Please note you are not officially hired in Phase 2.
Phase 3: Selection
After successful completion of Phase 2, Human Resources will complete final candidate evaluations and make hired confirmation calls. Hired employees will then attend Rider Ventures Orientation.
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Current Opportunities
General Labourers
Posted: This position has been filled. Thank you to all applicants
Expires: This position has been filled
Positions Available: 0
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time - YEAR ROUND
Job Description: Rider Ventures requires General Labourers for current forestry projects. Work duties primarily include urban-focused forestry and wildfire/flood management project work. Work hours are temporary, full-time, and Monday to Friday.
Prerequisites: Valid BC Driver's License, Occupational First Aid Level 1
Crew Leaders
Posted: This position has been filled. Thank you to all applicants
Expires: This position has been filled
Positions Available: 0
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time - YEAR ROUND
Job Description: Rider Ventures requires multiple full-time Crew Leaders. Work duties primarily include urban-focused forestry and wildfire/flood management project work. Crew Leader Job Description
MUST HAVE PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Prerequisites: Crew Leader Certification, S100, S185, WHMIS, TDG, OFA 1 with Transportation Endorsement, valid BC Driver's License
Wildland Fire Fighters
Posted: This position has been filled. Thank you to all applicants
Expires: This position has been filled
Positions Available: 0
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time - YEAR ROUND
Job Description: Rider Ventures requires multiple full-time Wildland Fire Fighters. Work duties primarily include urban-focused forestry and wildfire/flood management project work. Wildland Fire Fighter Job Description
Prerequisites: S100, S185, WHMIS, TDG, OFA 1 with Transportation Endorsement, valid BC Driver's License
Structural Protection / Fire Fighters
Posted: This position has been filled. Thank you to all applicants
Expires: This position has been filled
Positions Available: 0
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time - YEAR ROUND
Job Description: Rider Ventures requires multiple full-time Structural Protection Fire Fighters. Work duties primarily include urban-focused forestry and wildfire/flood management project work. Wildland Fire Fighter Job Description
Prerequisites: S100, S185, WHMIS, TDG, OFA 1 with Transportation Endorsement, valid BC Driver's License
OFA Level 3, Emergency Medical Responders
Posted: This position has been filled. Thank you to all applicants
Expires: This position has been filled
Positions Available: 0
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time - YEAR ROUND
Job Description: Rider Ventures requires multiple full-time Emergency Medical Responders. Work duties primarily include urban-focused forestry and wildfire/flood management project work. Wildland Fire Fighter Job Description
Prerequisites: S100, S185, WHMIS, TDG, OFA 3 with Transportation Endorsement, valid BC Driver's License
Office Assistant
Posted: This position has been filled. Thank you to all applicants
Expires: This position has been filled
Positions Available: 0
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time - YEAR ROUND
Job Description: Rider Ventures requires 1 Office Assistant. Work duties primarily include filing, data entry, scheduling, photocopying, Human Resources and Payroll assistance, additional general office duties as required.
Prerequisites: Office Assistant Certificate or previous experience working in a fast-paced environment
Application Requirement: email Cover Letter, Resume, and Employment Application (Employment Applications are for Crew please complete relevant items only) to admin@riderventures.ca
Employment Applications
Hard Copy Employment Applications, resume and supporting documents can be emailed or mailed to the following addresses but must be received before the application submission deadline.
Mail (NO in-person drop-off)
Human Resources
12309 Kalavista Drive
Coldstream BC V1B 1K7
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If you have questions or problems with the application please email info@riderventures.ca for assistance.
Thank you in advance for submitting your application. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.