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Current Listings
Position Title: Field Instructor
Location: Yellowknife, NT
Compensation: $35/hour
Duration: Full-time, part-time, and casual positions are available
Company Background
Arctic Response Canada Ltd. has been providing elite safety training to employees across numerous industries since opening our flagship Yellowknife office in 2001, and currently offers a catalogue of over 150 different field safety, industrial safety, first aid, and driver training programs, and delivers a wide range of operational services. With an additional office in Edmonton and contract instructors across the country, our national reach has allowed our programs to become the national training standard for multiple federal government departments. At present, we employ over 40 full-time, part-time or casual employees.
The growth and success of Arctic Response Canada Ltd. is a result of the calibre of our team members and their commitment to our vision of delivering only the highest standard of training and services.
Our clients include government employees (federal, provincial/territorial, municipal), Indigenous governments and organizations, private sector companies, and educational institutions.
For more information on the company and the programs and services we offer, please visit www.arcticresponse.ca.
Position Summary
As a Field Instructor, your primary role would be delivering a wide range of field safety and first aid training programs to client groups in Yellowknife, throughout the Northwest Territories, and anywhere else our work takes us. When not teaching, administrative functions may include course and curriculum development, equipment maintenance, logistical planning, and/or operational taskings (wildlife monitoring, medic services, etc.) commensurate with qualifications and abilities. Though delivering field safety and first aid programs are the primary functions of this position, instructors are also expected to develop the capacity to instruct programs in other areas, such as industrial safety.
Responsibilities
Prepare and deliver a broad range of field safety and first aid training programs
Support ongoing refinement of existing programs
Support the development of new training curriculum and materials
Support marketing and business development efforts
Maintenance of training equipment and materials
Provide operational services to clients (wildlife monitoring, medic services, etc.) commensurate with qualifications and abilities
Traveling (independently or with colleagues) to remote locations throughout the Canadian North
Mandatory Requirements
- Confidence and experience as a teacher or instructor (teaching/instructing experience with adult and Indigenous learners considered an asset)
- Competence and experience managing high-hazard activities, exercising excellent safety judgement, decision-making, and risk management
- Familiarity and competence with program development process (curriculum design, lesson planning, development of instructional materials, design of assessment and evaluation tools)
- Familiarity and competence in any of the following disciplines: first aid, chainsaw operations, firearms handling, wildlife monitoring, snowmobile operations, ice rescue, swiftwater rescue, boat operations
- Strong and courteous written and oral communication skills
- Ability to adapt instructional approaches and materials to meet the unique needs of various students and student groups
- Flexibility, adaptability, and energy allowing you to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
- Integrity, professionalism, maturity, reliability, and accountability
- Ability and desire to expand areas of expertise and develop new capabilities
- Responsible, self-motivated, able to self-direct and solve complex problems independently
- Clean Criminal Record Check
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with colleagues, students, and clients in a team environment
- Desire to travel frequently throughout the NWT and Northern Canada
- Competent and familiar with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
Preferred Requirements
Arctic Response Canada Ltd. is willing to provide on-the-job training, though formal certification and/or substantial experience in the following will be considered assets:
- Facilitation or instructor certifications
- Red Cross First Aid Instructor certification
- First aid, advanced first aid, wilderness first aid, medic/paramedic qualification
- Wilderness travel/living, survival skills, map/compass/GPS navigation
- Wildlife safety, firearms handling, firearms Possession and Acquisition License
- Motorboat, jet boat, ATV, and snowmobile operations
- Lifeguarding, swiftwater rescue, ice safety and rescue
- Helicopter safety and operations
- Work experience in industrial settings
Additional Benefits of Employment
- On-the-job training opportunities
- Opportunity to travel to other Alberta and NWT locations
Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.
Please email resume and cover letter to:
Position Title: Asbestos Abatement Instructor
Location: Edmonton, AB
Compensation: $35 – 45/hour
Duration: Part-time, casual
Company Background
Arctic Response Canada Ltd. has been providing elite safety training to employees across numerous industries since opening our flagship Yellowknife office in 2001, and currently offers a catalogue of over 150 different field safety, industrial safety, first aid, and driver training programs, and delivers a wide range of operational services. With an additional office in Edmonton and contract instructors across the country, our national reach has allowed our programs to become the national training standard for multiple federal government departments. At present, we employ over 40 full-time, part-time or casual employees.
The growth and success of Arctic Response Canada Ltd. is a result of the calibre of our team members and their commitment to our vision of delivering only the highest standard of training and services.
Our clients include government employees (federal, provincial/territorial, municipal), Indigenous governments and organizations, private sector companies, and educational institutions.
For more information on the company and the programs and services we offer, please visit www.arcticresponse.ca.
Position Summary
The Asbestos Abatement Instructor’s role is delivering abatement training programs to client groups throughout Alberta, the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and anywhere else our work takes us. When not teaching, administrative functions may include course and curriculum development, equipment maintenance, logistical planning, and/or operational taskings (health and safety consulting, site hazard evaluations, medic services, etc.) commensurate with qualifications and abilities. Though delivering abatement programs is the primary function of this position, instructors are also expected to develop the capacity to instruct programs in other areas, such as industrial safety.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver asbestos abatement training programs
- Support ongoing refinement of existing programs
- Support the development of new training curriculum and materials
- Support marketing and business development efforts
- Maintenance of training equipment and materials
- Provide operational services to clients (health and safety consulting, site hazard evaluations, medic services, etc.) commensurate with qualifications and abilities
- Traveling (independently or with colleagues) to remote locations throughout the Canadian North from one week to up to a month at a time
Mandatory Requirements
- Experience teaching Asbestos Abatement programs in Alberta or other locations in Canada
- Experience teaching adult learners
- Competence and experience managing high-hazard activities, exercising excellent safety judgement, decision-making, and risk management
- Strong and courteous written and oral communication skills
- Flexibility, adaptability, and energy allowing you to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
- Integrity, professionalism, maturity, reliability, and accountability
- Ability and desire to expand areas of expertise and develop new capabilities
- Responsible, self-motivated, able to self-direct and solve problems independently
- Clean Criminal Record Check
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with colleagues, students, and clients in a team environment
- Desire to travel throughout the NWT and Northern Canada
- Substantial abatement skills and experience
- Competent and familiar with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
Preferred Requirements
Arctic Response Canada Ltd. is willing to provide on-the-job training, though formal certification and/or substantial experience in the following will be considered assets:
- Confidence and experience as a teacher or instructor (teaching/instructing experience with adult, ESL, and Indigenous learners considered an asset)
- Familiarity and competence with the program development process (curriculum design, lesson planning, development of instructional materials, design of assessment and evaluation tools)
- Industrial instructor certifications (ex. Mould Abatement, H2S Alive, Fall Protection, etc.) or experience
- Class 3 and Heavy Equipment Operator instructor qualifications or experience
- First aid, advanced first aid, wilderness first aid, and/or medic/paramedic qualification
- C.R.S.T. or N.C.S.O. certification
Additional Benefits of Employment
- On-the-job training opportunities
- Opportunity to travel to other Alberta and NWT locations
Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.
Please email resume and cover letter to:
Position Title: Carpenter
Location: Edmonton, AB
Compensation: $40.00/hour
Duration: Part-time, casual
Company Background
Arctic Response Canada Ltd. has been providing elite safety training to employees across numerous industries since opening our flagship Yellowknife office in 2001, and currently offers a catalogue of over 150 different field safety, industrial safety, first aid, and driver training programs, and delivers a wide range of operational services. With an additional office in Edmonton and contract instructors across the country, our national reach has allowed our programs to become the national training standard for multiple federal government departments. At present, we employ over 40 full-time, part-time or casual employees.
The growth and success of Arctic Response Canada Ltd. is a result of the calibre of our team members and their commitment to our vision of delivering only the highest standard of training and services.
Our clients include government employees (federal, provincial/territorial, municipal), Indigenous governments and organizations, private sector companies, and educational institutions.
For more information on the company and the programs and services we offer, please visit www.arcticresponse.ca.
Position Summary
- **Training local individuals** (housing maintainers) on how to renovate the dwellings that have been recently remediated.
- Review equipment and supplies required to complete projects consistent with budget and work order/scope
- Execute timely completion of assigned work order tasks
- Proficient with relevant municipal and provincial building code regulations as it relates to building construction and repairs
- Provide quality workmanship consistent with industry standards
- Focus on a great Health & Safety environment – Complete Hazard Assessments and Safety Toolbox Talks daily
- Document and evaluate local maintainers
- Provide direction or support in other areas as requested/required
- Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
- Strong planning and organizational skills coupled with ability to multi-task and prioritize (excellent time-management skills)
- Ability to learn quickly, adapt to change and be flexible in nature
- Ability to work independently (self-managed) and with other Associates in a team environment
Mandatory Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Certified Journeyman Carpenter (Red Seal)
- Valid Class driver’s license
- The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) preferred
- Occupational first aid level 1 preferred
- Proficient in all aspects of building repair and replacement
Technical Requirements
- Working knowledge of English language both verbal and written.
- Should be proficient in 70% of the below skills.
- Walls – framing (metal and wood), wall replacement, install drywall, mud, tape, sand, paint, tub surround replaces, repair tile, install tile, repair/replace baseboard and insulate.
- Ceilings – all areas of repair, stipple ceiling repair/replace, ceiling tile, T-bar installation and insulate.
- Cabinets – all areas of repair, re-facing cabinets, complete install cabinets.
- Counter tops – all areas of repair, replace counter tops.
- Floors – replace sub floor, vinyl tile/laminate/carpet/tile and/or replace.
- Replace/Re-frame joists, insulation and vapour barrier.
- Doors/Windows – closet repair/replace, door repair/replace, new door frame repair/replace, locks and handle replacement.
- Exterior – deck repair/build, texturing, fence repair/replace, install new windows, concrete repair/replace.
Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.
Please email resume and cover letter to:
Position Title: Remediation Technician or Supervisor (Mould & Asbestos)
Location: Edmonton, AB
Compensation: $72,699.67–$93,879.17 a year
Duration: Full-time
Company Background
Arctic Response Canada Ltd. has been providing elite safety training to employees across numerous industries since opening our flagship Yellowknife office in 2001, and currently offers a catalogue of over 150 different field safety, industrial safety, first aid, and driver training programs, and delivers a wide range of operational services. With an additional office in Edmonton and contract instructors across the country, our national reach has allowed our programs to become the national training standard for multiple federal government departments. At present, we employ over 40 full-time, part-time or casual employees.
The growth and success of Arctic Response Canada Ltd. is a result of the calibre of our team members and their commitment to our vision of delivering only the highest standard of training and services.
Our clients include government employees (federal, provincial/territorial, municipal), Indigenous governments and organizations, private sector companies, and educational institutions.
For more information on the company and the programs and services we offer, please visit www.arcticresponse.ca.
Position Summary
- Oversee and manage all aspects of remediation projects
- Develop and implement project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
- Conduct site assessments and evaluations to determine the scope of work
- Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors to ensure timely completion of projects
- Monitor project progress and make adjustments as necessary to meet deadlines and budget constraints
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and safety standards
- Prepare reports and documentation for clients and regulatory agencies
- Provide technical guidance and support to project teams
- Job Duties include, mould remediation training in Northern Communities.
- This job requires travel to remote communities within Nunavut Canada. Must be physically fit and able to lift 30 to 50 pounds.
- Asbestos Abatement Govt. issued certification preferred.
- Able to work for long periods of time out of town.
Mandatory Requirements
- (Asbestos & Mould) Remediation abatement experience, minimum of 5 years
- Strong knowledge of blueprint reading and interpretation & word and excel experience.
- Excellent project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and meet deadlines
- Proficient in using software applications related to project management and data analysis
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to diverse stakeholders
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as independently with minimal supervision
- Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.
Please email resume and cover letter to: