Website Fredericton Fire Department
Description
Duties include providing protection against fires,
controlling, and extinguishing fires, protecting lives and
property, and maintaining related equipment. The
incumbent is responsible for hazardous material control,
emergency medical assistance, and assistance at
accident scenes.
Position Summary
Are employed as full time Firefighters to the permanent
establishment of the Fredericton Fire Department
suppression unit.
Employees shall work a forty-two (42) hour week, on a
four (4) Platoon system, with 24 hours on duty, followed
by 72 hours off duty.
Compensation package will be in accordance with the
Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Recruitment Process
Applicants must be prepared to potentially make multiple
trips to Fredericton over a short time period. The
associated transportation costs and written test fee will
be the responsibility of the applicant.
The recruitment process includes:
- Written aptitude testing
- Panel interview
- Physical testing
- Suitability interview
Written testing – Applicants will be notified
Education and Experience
Graduation from a recognized Fire Training Institution.
Career firefighters with equivalent certifications (IFSAC
and PROBOARD FF Level 1 & 2) may be given
consideration. The incumbent must meet departmental
medical and physical standards and obtain security
clearance.
Knowledge and Desired Skills
- A Class III license with air endorsement is
considered an asset when applying and will be
required to be completed within the probationary
period as a condition of employment.
- The incumbent must possess the ability to work
effectively under pressure and follow verbal and
written instructions.
- To meet the physical and mental demands
associated with firefighting.
- To work under various arduous conditions as part
of an active firefighting and rescue team.
- Years of volunteer firefighter service, First
Responders, First Aid and CPR Certification are
considered assets.
- Ability to communicate in both official languages is
considered an asset.
Deadline to apply is March 22, 2024 at 4:30 PM
Interested applicants may apply in writing to hr@fredericton.ca
The City of Fredericton is an equal opportunity employer.
Only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Only those candidates chosen for testing will be contacted by email.
Please ensure that your email is included on your resume.
THE FOLLOWING MUST BE INCLUDED AS ONE COMPLETE DOCUMENT FOR
CONSIDERATION:
- Proof of graduation from Fire Training Institution or as a Career firefighter with equivalent
certifications (IFSAC and PROBOARD FF Level 1 & 2)
- Resume – maximum 4 pages
- Current Contact Information
- Complete Employment History
- Education and Qualifications
- Specialized Training
- 2 Professional References
Internal/External Posting
1 Mar 2024
