Firefighter (Full-time, Permanent)

Under the general direction of the General Manager of Protective Services and reporting to the Fire Chief or designate, and stationed as per staffing requirements, the Firefighter is responsible for the operational readiness of the apparatus and equipment to be used during the shift in the station they are posted to. The position provides emergency response as required, in accordance with the Yellowhead County Fire Services Standards.

Position Responsibilities

Fire and Rescue

• Perform functionality checks of all equipment to be used during the shift;
• Report for duty every day in uniform and be on time for all shifts;
• Operate as a member of the firefighting crew;
• Responsible for cleaning and basic maintenance of apparatus and equipment and facilities as per Officer Direction;
• Participate in all fire and rescue equipment training to assist in day to day operations;
• Follow instructions and direction from officer assigned to firefighting crew;
• Respond to call backs for emergencies as requested;

Emergency Response

Qualification, Knowledge, Skill & Ability Requirements

Education / Skills

Attributes

Education / Skills

Working environment :

The salary range is $66,681 to $82,685 per year. Yellowhead County offers a competitive benefits package.

This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Thank you for your interest in Yellowhead County careers.

At this time, we will only be contacting applicants who have been selected to move forward in the recruitment process. If you are selected, you will be contacted by Human Resources.

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