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Call 310-FIRE (3473) to report a wildfire in a forested area.
Overview
Alberta Wildfire offers a variety of seasonal job opportunities to support the management of forest and wildfire resources. Positions range from working on the fireline to supporting wildfire prevention efforts.
Applications for wildfire crew positions typically open in November for the upcoming wildfire season. Applications for other seasonal positions typically open in January. Employment periods vary, but are generally between April and October.
WFX-FIT test open house
Are you interested in wildland firefighting with Alberta Wildfire? Gain confidence and test your skills by trying the WFX-FIT test in a supportive and welcoming environment.
WFX-FIT is an unbiased, valid and reliable assessment of the ability of wildland firefighters to meet the rigorous demands required to safely and efficiently complete the critical emergency tasks involved in wildland firefighting in Canada.
Alberta Wildfire will be hosting open houses in different parts of the province including Hinton, High Level and Grande Prairie. Please call the office for additional information.
High Level
November 23, 2024
9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Fort Vermilion Community and Cultural Complex
5001 44 Ave
Fort Vermilion, AB
Call 780-926-0848.
Grande Prairie
November 29 and 30, 2024
November 29 10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
November 30 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Grande Prairie Fire Center
10925 84 Ave
Grande Prairie, AB
Call 780-538-5283.
Hinton
November 29 and 30, 2024
9 am to 4 pm
Hinton Training Centre
1176 Switzer Drive
Hinton, Alberta
Call 780-865-8200.
Once you have filled out the form below a staff member will contact you to confirm your spot. Drop-ins will be accommodated when there is availability.
Training and education
The Hinton Training Centre provides online and in-person wildfire management training to thousands of participants each year.
The Junior Forest Rangers (JFR) program is a summer employment opportunity for high school and post-secondary students or graduates. JFR showcases potential career options in forestry, wildfire, ecology, and more by completing hands-on and educational work projects.
Are you interested in learning about what it’s like deploying to assist with wildfire management operations in Alberta? Find out by watching our wildfire deployment orientation overview.
Job positions
Learn more about our employment opportunities below.
Jobs with Alberta Wildfire are posted on the Government of Alberta jobs website. For job-specific questions, contact us.
Contact
Wildfire employment
For questions about Alberta Wildfire job positions:
Phone: 780-427-6807
Fax: 780-415-1509
Email: [email protected]
Alberta Wildfire
Information line: 1-866-394-3473 (FYI-FIRE)
Media inquiries: 780-420-1968
Email: [email protected]