Career Firefighter

Career Firefighter

Full-time Regular – IAFF union positions
7 day a week, 56 day work cycle
Closing date: Sunday, January 8, 2023

An exciting opportunity to join the City of Pitt Meadows Fire and Rescue Service

These exciting positions offer the opportunity to contribute in a very direct and personal way to the fire department and the greater community. As members in the department, you will be expected to exemplify the core values and professional behaviors expected of our staff and will be a skilled firefighter, exceptional teammate, engaging communicator and outstanding ambassador for the City.

Successful candidates will be required to perform a variety of job functions including; fire suppression activities, assisting at medical incidents, mechanical and protective equipment maintenance, fire inspections, fire prevention education, community initiatives and other related duties as required.

Special Requirements:
All candidates must be at least 19 years of age and eligible to legally work in Canada.

These positions will require the candidates to reside within the IAFF Local 4810 living boundaries (Living boundaries for firefighters are within Pitt Meadows or in Maple Ridge east to 256th Street).

Application Package:
Submit a detailed resume, including copies of all supporting documents, accompanied by a cover letter detailing how you meet our expectations. Application must include applicable certificates, a current (5 year) Drivers Abstract as well as a current Candidate Physical Ability – CPAT or UVic Fire-Fit certificate.

CPAT or Fire-Fit certificates, if not available at time of application, must be submitted no later than February 28, 2023.

Successful applicants will be required to pass a Firefighter Medical Examination according to the standards set out in NFPA 1582, upon conditional job offer.

Upon conditional job offer, successful applicants will be required to consent to a Police Information Check (with vulnerable sector), reflecting no convictions of a relevant criminal offense for which a pardon has not been granted.

Recruitment Process (dates TBD):

• Submit an application
• Screening process
• Written exam
• Skills exam
• 1st Interview
• 2nd Interview
• Candidate Selection
• Conditional Job offer
• Criminal Record check
• Health and Medical Evaluation

Required Qualifications:
Interested applicants must ensure they meet the following required qualifications by the application deadline and the required qualifications must still be current and valid by date of hire:

• Minimum High School graduation or equivalent
• Completion of NFPA 1001 with appropriate IFSAC or Pro Board Seals
• Current and valid BC Emergency Medical Assistants Licensing Board (EMALB) License First Responder (FR) or higher with AED. We do not accept OFA licensing.
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence (for automatic vehicles) without restrictions, with Air Brake endorsement and no suspensions within the last 5 years.
• Not more than six (6) points on your safe driving record in the most recent 5 years at the time of the application closing date. Candidates must demonstrate safe and responsible driving behaviour.

Preferred Qualifications:
These additional skills and experiences will enhance your application but do not replace the required qualifications:

• Work experience related to firefighting such as auxiliary/volunteer firefighting, first aid attendant, paramedic, or forestry firefighting.
• Completion of a Post-secondary education program (Certificate, Diploma, Associate Degree, or Degree).
• Enrollment in or completion of a Trade Certification (Interprovincial Standards Red Seal).
• Employment in a profession that demonstrates mechanical aptitude.
• Experience volunteering and community involvement.
• Fluent in other languages.
• Additional fire-related courses. (eg. Hazmat Operations, NFPA 1002)
• Work experience highlighting dependability, initiative and high work ethic.
• An Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) or Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Licence.
• Ability to swim and related lifesaving and rescue certificates
• Team participation and on-going commitment to physical activity.
• Knowledge and ability to work effectively with computers, programs and software
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team and respectful environment

The City of Pitt Meadows is dedicated to employment equity and a workplace reflective of the diversity in the community we serve. We are actively seeking applications from candidates of all backgrounds to continuously strive for an inclusive and vibrant fire department.

Please use the online application feature to submit an application; https://www.pittmeadows.ca/city-hall/working-city/current-opportunities

Closing date: Sunday, January 8, 2023

We encourage any applicant who requires individualized application support or accommodation with respect to the application or interview process to contact our Human Resources team at resumes@pittmeadows.ca or call us at 604-460-6712.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being shortlisted will be contacted.

Please be aware that the City has a vaccination policy, which is currently suspended, until further notice or unless otherwise directed by the Provincial Health Officer. The City reserves the right to reinstitute this policy at any time and all employees will be required to comply with the conditions as outlined. Note, the City continues to encourage everyone to become fully immunized, including booster shots, as per the recommendations made by the provincial and federal governments.