Description
The City of Swift Current is seeking one qualified individual for a full-time Fire Fighter position with the Swift Current Fire Department.
Located on the Trans-Canada Highway, Swift Current is a progressive City of 18,000 people serving as the hub of South West Saskatchewan. The Swift Current Fire Department is a dynamic, forward thinking department, providing Fire Suppression, Rescue Services (water, technical rope, and vehicle extrication), Dangerous Goods Response and Emergency Medical assistance to the community. We are most proud of our efforts in fire prevention. Fire Fighters provide comprehensive fire inspections, and innovative public education initiatives within our community.
Minimum Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
• Grade 12 or GED equivalency;
• A medical note clearing you for physical testing;
• Firefighter Level II – NFPA 1001, IFSAC or ProBoard Certified;
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation “C” Certificate;
• Primary Care Paramedic; (currently licensed) and
• Valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent from another province.
Preferred Qualifications
Desirable Requirements:
• Other emergency certifications will be an asset.
Additional Information
The City offers an attractive benefits package and pension plan. The Swift Current Fire Department provides incentives that allows for adjustments to starting wage for those that meet the career fire department years of service criteria.
For additional information about the City of Swift Current Fire Department, please visit our website at www.swiftcurrent.ca.
For questions regarding the position, please contact Jim Green via email at j.green@swiftcurrent.ca.
Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and verification of education and training requirements via email no later than midnight on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 to:
Human Resources
City of Swift Current
P.O. Box 340
Swift Current, SK
S9H 3W1
Email: hr@swiftcurrent.ca
We wish to thank all candidates who apply, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
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