Firefighter – Nanaimo – 2020

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Closes
Thu, Jul 9
Written test
BLA psychometric test (used in recent Nanaimo recruitments)
Asks for
Class 3 licence (air brakes) · First aid & CPR · EMR / PCP

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Firefighter - Nanaimo - 2020
Fire Recruitment Job Board Team
Published
June 26, 2020
Location
Nanaimo, British Columbia
Category
Job Type
Closes
July 09, 2020
Salary
As per collective agreement
Work Hours
Flex Firefighter Hours
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Description

The City of Nanaimo Fire Rescue Department is currently recruiting for exceptional candidates to join our world-class public safety organization.

We want to hear from you if you have the skills, experience and passion to serve the public as an ambassador in public safety, work in an effective team environment and assist those in need.

Minimum Qualifications

Grade 12 or equivalent.

NFPA – 1001, Level I and II Certification.

First Responder, OFA 3, or equivalent.

CPR for Health Care Providers (HCP).

Valid Class 3 BC Driver’s Licence with air endorsement and a driving record that shows no more than 6 points.

Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.


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Preferred Qualifications

Emergency Medical Responder.

Public education and community volunteering experience.

University/College diploma or degree in a relevant discipline.

NFPA 1002.

Fire Service Instructor.

Experience and/or training in construction, mechanical trades, or machinery operation.

Experience with menu-driven computer software programs.

Certificates or training related to emergency services such as hazardous materials, high angle rescue, confined space entry.

Pleasure Craft Operator’s Card.

Fluency in a second language.

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