About the Company
British Columbia Marine Logistics (BCML) is a marine-based safety and emergency response company currently serving the Howe Sound in Squamish, BC. Our mission is to protect people, the environment, and assets through professional, rapid-response services on and around the water. We provide on-site emergency response services in technical rescue, marine rescue, wildland fire fighting, environmental protection, and emergency medical support to marine and shore-based operations for the WLNG project. https://bcmarinelogistics.ca/
Position Overview
As an Emergency Response Technician (ERT) , you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and security of on-site personnel both on land and in the marine environment in Squamish and the surrounding waters. You will be part of a highly skilled team responsible for responding to marine and industrial emergencies, including medical incidents, technical rescue, environmental protection and wildfire response. This position demands strong situational awareness, teamwork, and a commitment to maintaining the highest safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond to marine and industrial emergencies, including marine rescues, medical incidents, and fire or spill events.
- Operate ambulances, fire trucks, side by sides, fast rescue craft (FRCs), workboats, and other marine assets safely and efficiently.
- Provide first aid, CPR, and emergency medical assistance to personnel as required.
- Participate in regular ERT training, drills, and certification exercises.
- Assist with safety standby operations for marine and industrial projects.
- Maintain emergency equipment, vessels, and response gear in a state of readiness.
- Support environmental protection efforts, including spill containment and mitigation.
- Communicate effectively with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal operations during incidents.
Uphold all company, client, and regulatory safety policies as required. Assist with vessel/vehicle maintenance and servicing.
Qualifications & Experience Required:
- Strong swimming ability and comfortable working on the water
- Physically fit and capable of working in demanding conditions
- Valid BC Class 4 Drivers License (or higher) and reliable transportation
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and on-call rotations
- High Angle Operations
- Confined Space operations
- High Angle Technician
- Confined Space Technician
- Low to Steep slope Rescue
- Small Vessel Operator Proficiency certificate (SVOP).
- Small Domestic Vessel Basic Safety (SDV-BS)
- ROC-M Marine Radio Certification
- Advanced First Aid - OFA 3 or EMR
- Airbrakes endorsement
- S100
- ICS 100 or higher
Preferred:
- Experience in emergency services such as paramedicine, technical rescue, marine-based operations, Search and Rescue, industrial emergency response, or firefighting
- Familiarity with spill response and environmental protection procedures
- Prior experience in coastal or industrial safety-focused operations
Key Attributes
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Calm and decisive under pressure
- Commitment to safety and continuous improvement
- High level of professionalism and integrity
- Adaptability to dynamic marine and industrial environments
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive wage, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive training and certification support
- Benefits package including health, dental and insurance
- Stunning marine work environment in Squamish, BC
Shifts are two weeks on, one week off, including both day and night shifts rotating as necessary. *Part-time/casual positions with a flexible schedule are also available.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $560.00-$700.00 per day
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Squamish, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person
