Probationary Firefighter
Competition Number: 2019--08
Job Title: Probationary Firefighter
Department: Fernie Fire Rescue
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: Wages and Benefits will be in accordance with the current IAFF Local 2827 Collective Agreement.
Posted Date: June 19, 2019
Closing Date: July 03, 2019
Last Updated Date: July 4, 2019, 1:01
Status: Closed
Position Summary: Reporting to the Director of Fire & Emergency Services, the Probationary Firefighter will:
• Respond to emergency incidents such as, but not limited to; structure fires, wild land/urban interface fires, motor vehicle collisions, medical emergencies, hazardous materials, confined space rescue, high and low angle rope rescues, swift water, and ice rescue
• Complete reports and other required documentation after responding to emergency incidents
• Maintain firefighting equipment and apparatus
• Participate in and promote fire prevention initiatives and public awareness programs
• Initiate and instruct firefighter training
• Conduct fire related inspections to ensure compliance with fire, and other related codes, acts, bylaws and regulations in accordance with the BC Fire Code
Required Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certification in National Fire Protection Association 1001-Level 2
• Current first responder certification or equivalent
• Valid Class 3 drivers license with air brake endorsement
• Current clean drivers abstract and criminal record check
• Minimum three years of experience with recognized emergency services (fire) organization
• Physically and mentally fit to perform firefighter duties
Preferred Requirements:
• Local FireSmart Representative Designation
• Ice Rescue Certification
• Swift Water Certification
• Fire Inspector NFPA 1031
• ICS 200
• Good working knowledge of the British Columbia fire code
• Previous Fernie Fire Rescue experience
In addition to these requirements, individuals should demonstrate integrity and honesty, reliability and motivation; be continuously willing to learn, and demonstrate a deep sense of commitment and responsibility to serving the public as part of the Fernie Fire Rescue team.
Chief Ted Ruiter, Director of Fire & Emergency Services City of Fernie, 501 – 3rd Ave, PO Box 190, Fernie, BC, V0B 1M0 Email: ted.ruiter@fernie.ca References, and relevant certificates/degrees/tickets will be required at time of interview.
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