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Reporting to the Fire Chief and Deputies, a Temporary Probationary Fire Fighter is used to augment Full-Time Fire Fighting Staff on an as needed basis for vacation, sick leave, disability leave, training leave or any other approved absences.
Applicants must be able to:
-carry out a wide variety of duties under the supervision of senior fire fighting staff
-maintain an extensive knowledge of fire operations, apparatus, equipment and methods used in combating, extinguishing and preventing fires
-comply with all City policies, procedures, OH & S safety regulations and work cooperatively in a team environment
-be able to perform shift work and be available for call back duties
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Grade 12
- Level I and II NFPA 1001 I.F.S.A.C. Fire Fighter certification, with preference given to those who have graduated from a recognized Fire College or have equivalent IFSAC/NFPA certification.
- NFPA 472 Operations
- ICS 100
- First Responder
- AED, CPR and First Aid Certificates;
- Must possess and maintain valid Class 3 drivers license, with Air Brakes Endorsement;
- Must be in good physical fitness, pass a physical fitness evaluation and maintain a high standard of physical conditioning being able to perform physical fire fighting duties under adverse conditions;
- Must possess and maintain RCMP Security Clearance;
- As per IAFF Collective Agreement, must be able to provide a medical certificate
- Must meet the Canadian Vision Standard for Fire Fighters;
- Successfully complete Fire Department job related skill testing;