Description
The City of Yellowknife are currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Fire Fighter/Primary Care Paramedic with the Department of Public Safety, to work out of the Yellowknife Fire Division.
Duties and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities Include: fire suppression duties; emergency medical response and transport; rescue and extrication operations; preventative maintenance on property, apparatus, and equipment; participate in scheduled training; participation in fire inspection, public education, and life safety programs; work under potentially hazardous, physically and psychologically demanding conditions; communicate effectively, respectfully and inclusively at all times.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualified applicants must be at least 18 years of age and a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Candidates must also have:
- A high school diploma or equivalency
- A current Primary Care Paramedic License and registration from any Canadian jurisdiction
- Successfully completed National Fire Protection Association standards 1001 Level I & II
- A Class 3 driver’s license with Airbrake endorsement with no current or pending suspensions
- A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Check
Completion of NFPA 1002, 1072 Hazmat, 1006 Rescue and 1051 Wildland qualifications are considered assets.
Additional Information
Progression:
The below outlines the progression through the Yellowknife Fire Department, based on meeting minimum testing, technical and physical requirements:
Class IV Firefighter – Pay Rate: $83,631 - 0 to 12 months municipal experience
Class III Firefighter – Pay Rate: $89,207 - 12 to 24 months municipal experience
Class II Firefighter – Pay Rate: $100,357 - 24 to 36 months municipal experience
Class I Firefighter – Pay Rate: $111,508 - 36 to 48 months municipal experience
Compensation:
The City of Yellowknife offers a competitive starting salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined benefits pension plan, monthly vacation travel and vehicle allowances and relocation assistance.
For further information or clarification of the job description, please contact Human Resources at: hr@yellowknife.ca.
This position will remain open until filled.
Please visit the City of Yellowknife Website at: www.yellowknife.ca to submit your resume and copies of your PCP and NFPA 1001 Level 1 & Level 2 certifications.
We thank all applicants who apply, but advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.