Job Description

Company Overview

Escape Fire Protection Ltd. has been a trusted leader in fire sprinkler contracting since 2004, delivering high-quality installations, inspections, and design services across BC. With over 100 team members, we are committed to training, career growth, and building a strong, supportive team environment where people can succeed long-term.

We are looking for a motivated, organized, and people-focused HR & Talent Acquisition Specialist to help strengthen our team, culture, and brand. This role goes far beyond paperwork, you will help shape how we recruit top talent, support our people, and represent Escape Fire at industry events, trade shows, and online. If you're proactive, creative, and excited to grow your HR career within a company that values internal advancement, this is where you belong.

We're not just offering a job; we're building careers.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the full recruiting cycle for field and office roles, including postings, sourcing, outreach, resume screening, and interviews. Build and maintain a strong recruitment pipeline through Indeed, social media, trade schools, and industry connections. Coordinate reference checks, offers, and onboarding to ensure new hires feel welcomed, prepared, and connected to company culture. Maintain accurate employee files, certifications, tickets, benefits information, and HR documentation. Track training and ticket expiry dates; coordinate renewals and learning opportunities. Assist with performance documentation, attendance issues, and general employee relations support. Contribute to internal communications, including newsletters, updates, and social media content that highlights Escape's culture and attracts top talent. Help plan and support company events, training days, meetings, and employee recognition initiatives. Support the JHSC with scheduling, agendas, minutes, and safety documentation. Represent Escape Fire at trade shows, career fairs, and industry outreach events. Collaborate with the Office Manager on HR projects, SOP improvements, and initiatives that strengthen HR systems and organization.

Growth Opportunity

This role offers a clear path into an HR Generalist or Talent Acquisition Lead position. You'll gain experience across recruitment, onboarding, training, safety documentation, internal communication, and employee relations, all while contributing directly to the long-term success of a growing industry leader.

Escape invests heavily in training and internal advancement. If you bring initiative, we'll give you the platform to grow.

Qualifications

1-3+ years of HR or recruitment experience (construction or trades experience is an asset). Strong communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable speaking with both tradespeople and office staff. Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through. Driven, proactive, and confident managing multiple priorities at once. Comfortable with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive). Able to manage confidential information professionally. Experience with social media, job postings, or employer branding is an asset.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person