Description
We are looking for a number of responsible and dedicated Firefighters to combat, extinguish, and prevent fires including search and rescue and administering first aid. We need to fill firefighter positions from an eligibility list commencing as early as Spring of 2024. Duties We believe that our city and our workplace benefits from diversity. We encourage all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply for our firefighter vacancies. Bring your unique experiences and distinct skills and abilities to our organization and help build Kelowna as a city of the future.
Minimum Qualifications
Valid BC Class 3 Driver’s License with Air brake endorsement (or equivalent from another province)
18 years of age or over
Physically able to perform the duties and swim
Current First-aid certificate that requires you to attend for seven (7) hours of instruction
IFSAC or Pro Board Accredited NFPA 1001 – Fire Fighting Practices Level I and II Program, including NFPA 472 Hazardous Materials Operations.
Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada
No criminal record
Successfully pass medical testing requirements (including vision and hearing) which are based upon the NFPA 1582 standard with a restriction placed upon candidates with Category A medical conditions as defined in NFPA 1582, Chapter 6, article 6.2.2
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Additional Information
Please ensure that a current Driver’s Abstract (driving history of at least 5 years), a copy of your NFPA 1001, NFPA 472 and your valid First Aid certificate is uploaded with your resume when applying. These documents are required and you cannot complete your application until these have been uploaded. Please also attached any other related certifications. Once your on-line application has been completed, you will be able to move on in the recruitment process.
Applicants will book the firefighter written testing directly through National Testing Network and can choose from a wide selection of virtually proctored dates and times.
Please ensure your resume follows the categorized layout as in the sample provided on the webpage at www.kelowna.ca/careers – firefighter recruitment.
Applicants who are successful in moving further through the process will be expected to:
- Qualify on written testing and complete a pre-recorded video interview through National Testing Network
- Qualify on physical, swim and medical testing requirements (including vision and hearing)
- Provide a Criminal Record Search (no criminal record) when requested during the hiring process.
- Provide personal vaccination records for MMR, Tetanus, Diphtheria (past 10 yrs), Hepatitis B (all shots) as requested during the hiring process.
- Complete an in-person final interview.
- Successful reference checks.
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