[BCMA] Blacksmith opportunity at Fort Steele Heritage Town

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*The Friends of Fort Steele are currently seeking Blacksmiths for our
summer season. *

The role of the Blacksmith is to interpret and demonstrate the life and
work styles of a typical blacksmith in rural 1890's.  The Blacksmith is
responsible for delivering interpretive content to educational groups as
well as thousands of tourists in the historical Barr & Comb's Blacksmith
Shop at Fort Steele Heritage Town. Additionally the Blacksmith operates a
modernized blacksmithing shop on site to support the production of retail
and consignment products sold to benefit the Friends of Fort Steele.



*Successful candidates will have:*

   - High School diploma and trade certification in a relevant field as
   well as work experience as a Blacksmith preferred or a combination of
   relevant experience and training

·         Ability to interpret the life and work of a typical blacksmith in
a rural 1890 community (of early North American-European content)

·         Knowledgeable in all aspects of blacksmithing techniques as well
as the tools used by Blacksmiths

·         Strives to complete Journeyman or Blacksmith status as described
per ABANA standards using both coal/propane forges would be an asset

·         Supports blacksmith theory and demonstrates the methods used by
historical blacksmiths

·         Competent in the use of standard-related tools and equipment in
both a historical shop and modern production shop

   - Strong understanding and interest in the history of the blacksmithing
   trade
   - Ability to conduct historical research related to this role
   - Knowledgeable in WorkSafe BC standards, promotes safety and adheres to
   all safety standards
   - Excellent communication and organizational and creative thinking
   skills
   - Ability to work well independently on several projects concurrently
   - Background in a MS Windows environment (word, excel, PowerPoint,
   publisher) would be an asset
   - Experience with customer service in a non-profit environment
   - Requires a positive attitude, collaborative and team focused work style





For inquires, further information or to apply for the position contact
Tracy Pound, Manager of Human Resources and Volunteer Services at
tracy.pound at fortsteele.bc.ca. Please send a resume and cover letter
outlining how you meet the specific requirements of the position.  Please
note selected candidates will be required to submit to a criminal record
check.

Closing date:  March 10, 2014


















*Jennifer Dunkerson*
General Manager
Friends of Fort Steele Society
Fort Steele Heritage Town
Fort Steele, BC
Phone: 250-417-6000
Cell: 250-420-7165
Fax: 250-489-2624
jennifer.dunkerson at fortsteele.bc.ca
www.fortsteele.ca

*Take a spin on our skating rink, enjoy a winter's walk around town, and
stop for a hot drink at the Visitors Reception Centre, daily from 10:00
a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Admission is by donation.*
*Special activities available on Alberta's Family Day, February 17!  **For
more information please call 250-417-6000 or visit us at www.FortSteele.ca
<http://www.FortSteele.ca>*
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