Swift Current Recruiting Firefighters

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.

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).
• Valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent from another province.Desirable Requirements:
• Other emergency certifications will be an asset.In addition to the above, candidates must successfully complete the following or provide satisfactory evidence of completion within the preceding 6 months:
• RCMP Security Clearance / Criminal Record check/ Vulnerable Sector
• Drivers Abstract

The City offers an attractive benefits package and pension plan.

For additional information about the City of Swift Current Fire Department visit our website at www.swiftcurrent.ca. For any questions regarding the position contact Jim Green via email at j.green@swiftcurrent.ca.

Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and verification of education and training requirements no later than midnight on Friday, July 1, 2022 to:

Human Resources

City of Swift Current                           Fax:     (306) 778-2194

P.O. Box 340                                      Email:  hr@swiftcurrent.ca

Swift Current, SK

S9H 3W1

We wish to thank all candidates who apply, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.