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Firefighter (Full-time, Permanent)
Yellowhead County —Edson, AB
- $67,881–$84,173 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
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Firefighter (Full-time, Permanent)
Yellowhead County —Edson, AB
Valid Class 3 Drivers License with air endorsement; Successful completion of a post-secondary diploma or degree. 100 percent of time working out a station.
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Firefighter (Full-time, Permanent)

Yellowhead County -
Edson, AB

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
$67,881–$84,173 a year
14 days ago

Qualifications

Air Brake Endorsement
CPR Certification
Post-secondary education
Medical emergency response
High school diploma or GED
First Aid Certification
Driving
Routine maintenance inspections
Cleaning
Computer skills
Facilities maintenance
Class 3 Licence

Full job description

Position Summary

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

Maintain a good working knowledge of firefighting techniques, equipment and emergency medical services;

Maintain a healthy life style and fitness level;

Respond to emergent situations within Yellowhead County to provide assistance to fire districts, industry or other agencies as required or requested; and

Other duties as assigned.

Qualification, Knowledge, Skill & Ability Requirements

Education/Skills

Grade 12 education or equivalent;

NFPA Standard 1001 - Firefighter or equivalent;

Standard First Aid Level C and CPR;

Valid Class 3 Drivers License with air endorsement;

Ability to deal effectively with the general public and volunteers;

Strong written and verbal skills;

Strong computer skills in Microsoft;

Two (2) years of emergency service experience; and

Defensive driving.

Attributes

Strong organizational and supervisory skills are required.

Working Environment

Education/Skills

Successful completion of a post-secondary diploma or degree

NFPA Standard 1002 - Operator

Five (5) years of emergency service experience.

Working environment:

100 percent of time working out a station

The Firefighter is expected to respond when requested/required to emergencies throughout the County.

Emergency response duties are conducted under all weather, environmental and road conditions during all hours of the day for extended periods of time.

Services are provided in a highly stressful and hazardous environment that requires correct immediate action to resolve incidents.

A high degree of physical effort is required in providing emergency services and the required training.

Travel is required throughout the region including travel in an emergency response mode.

The firefighter may need to attend evening and weekend meetings and training sessions from time-to-time as approved.

The salary range is $67,881 to $84,173 per year. Yellowhead County offers a competitive benefits package.

b>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.

The personal information collected as a result of this advertisement is under the authority of the Protection of Privacy Act (POPA) s.4(c) and will be utilized for these employment opportunities only. Questions about the collection or use of this information can be directed to Human Resources at 780-723-4800.

Company

Yellowhead County

Location

Edson, AB

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