Firefighter / Paramedics – Thompson – 2018

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Description
The City of Thompson’s Fire and Emergency Services Department is seeking those unique individuals with a passion for both firefighting and paramedicine. Our department provides EMS and fire protection to Manitoba’s fourth largest City. The City of Thompson offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits package. Join our team for a challenging and rewarding career in emergency services, with the ability to make a difference.
Minimum Qualifications
- Firefighter Level 2 (NFPA 1001).
- Licensure with the Province, MB Health as PCP at the time of application or ability to achieve licensing prior to start date.
- Valid Class IV MB driver’s license with air brake endorsement.
- Proven ability to make decisions, initiate appropriate action and perform safely and effectively in stressful, demanding and hazardous situations and ability to deal and communicate effectively with the general public.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to a team oriented approach.
- Excellent physical health, mentally able to fulfill the Fire/Medics duties. Applicants must be able to pass a medical examination, including vision meeting department standards.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to those applicants who, in addition to the foregoing, hold: field experience in EMS and firefighting, current ACLS, NRP, BTLS and proven EMS skill progression and performance; NFPA 1031, NFPA 472, NFPA 1006, and NFPA 1035.
Additional Information
Candidates considered will be invited to Thompson to participate in a 2-day on-site recruitment process in November.
Please send detailed resumes outlining experience, education, qualifications and references by Wednesday, November 7th, 2018 at 4:30 p.m. to:
Human Resources
City of Thompson
226 Mystery Lake Road
Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1S6
FAX: (204) 677-7981
E-Mail: [email protected]