Firefighter

Pro-Tec Fire Services of Canada, ULC is Accepting Applications for the Position of Firefighter at the Calgary International  Airport.

Salary and Benefits

• Benefits package to include vacation, sick, health/dental insurance, and pension.
• Annual Salary: $80,000

Final candidates will be required to successfully obtain/complete:

• Clear Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check deemed satisfactory by Pro-Tec.
• Five (5) year clean driver’s abstract.
• Medical Clearance
• Physical Exam (administered after the medical clearance is received)
• Once hired, candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain
• AVOP D license with night endorsement (Airport Driving License)
• ROC-A licence (Air Radio License).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Transport Canada security clearance.

Firefighter responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Provide Task and Tactical level ARFF expertise in:
  • Emergency response services by responding to and assisting in the mitigating of:
    • Any type of Aircraft Rescue Emergencies.
    • Medical Response at the MFR Level.
    • Haz-Mat response at the operational level.
    • Fuel Spills.
    • Airside motor vehicle accidents.
    • Other emergency responses as directed by the Senior Officer on crew.
  • Could be tasked to take command of medical emergencies in the absence of AHS.
  • Take part in stand-by for fueling, chemical transfers, and or bomb threats.
  • Conduct airside fire extinguisher inspections.
  • Take part in community outreach by participating in community safety and accident prevention projects.
  • Participate in Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) mandated tabletop and full-scale exercises.
  • Carry-out equipment maintenance by operating, maintaining and performing minor repairs to firefighting equipment.
  • Operate the ARFF Firefighting apparatus, communications equipment, SCBA, alarm monitoring systems; custodial and light maintenance services at fire stations and surrounding grounds.
  • As part of the ARFF Team, carry-out annual Vehicle testing for Dry Chemical and Foam in accordance with relevant CARs.
  • Maintain a high level of housekeeping at YYC Station 1 as per SOGs.
  • Complete daily truck and equipment checks.
  • Accurately complete deficiency and other reports as tasked.
  • Adhere to all Pro-Tec, YYC, and Transport Canada rules and regulations.
  • Represent the ARFF team internally and externally, e.g., participate in investigations; respond to, and assist in emergencies locally or regionally when tasked.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Grade 12 or GED supplemented by technical training and/or post-secondary education.
• The following courses and IFSAC, ProBoard, or IFE Canada certificates or equivalent are required for the position of Firefighter:
• Firefighter level 2 in accordance with the standards laid out in NFPA 1001.
• Hazardous Material Spill Response at the Operation level in accordance with the standards laid out in NFPA 472.
• ICS 100.
• First Aid at the MFR level, BLS CPR.
• Possess a Valid Alberta unrestricted Class 3 driver’s license with air brake endorsement (Q).

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• Airport Firefighting certification and experience would be preferred but not a requirement.
• 5 years of related and progressive experience in a recognized fire service is preferred.

Final candidates will be required to successfully obtain/complete:

• Clear Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check deemed satisfactory by Pro-Tec.
• Five (5) year clean driver’s abstract.
• Medical Clearance
• Physical Exam (administered after the medical clearance is received)
• Once hired, candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain
• AVOP D license with night endorsement (Airport Driving License)
• ROC-A licence (Air Radio License).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Transport Canada security clearance.

Interested and qualified candidates may complete an online Canadian employment application, located at

www.protecfire.com  under Career tab and Email Application and Resume to: stheriault@protecfire.com on or before 5:00 p.m.  March 03, 2020.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pro-Tec Fire Services of Canada is an EOE.