The student Wildfire Crew Members will be responsible for suppressing and extinguishing wildfires on PEI as well as other provinces and territories across Canada as part of the provincial export team. This work includes operating wildfire pumps and using hoses, nozzles, hand tools, chainsaws, and brush saws and can take place in a variety of conditions, predominantly outside. This work can also involve working around various machinery such as tracked vehicles, ATVs, helicopters and air tankers. They would also assist with the provincial FireSmart program, provincial silviculture crews and other maintenance work needed by the department.

Candidates will need to successfully complete a national standard fitness test before being granted an interview. Prescreening fitness testing will be held at 183 Upton Road, Charlottetown, February 14th, 17th. Interviews will be held remotely on February 25th.