Website Lake Country, BC
The Senior Fire and Rescue Technician is a technical specialist who works under the direction of the Fire Chief or their
designate(s). The Senior Fire and Rescue Technician is tasked with supervising their assigned team when responding to
emergency incidents, non-emergency incidents, and public safety complaints as part of the composite firefighting force.
The Senior Fire and Rescue Technician also supervises their assigned team when providing technical services to key fire
department program areas including, but not limited to, maintaining fire apparatus, maintaining fire equipment,
maintaining fire facilities, occupational health and safety programs, firefighter training and education programs, fire
prevention programs and emergency management programs.
The hiring process for the Senior Fire and Rescue Technician involves a significant time commitment by the applicant
and is competitive in nature. The sections below define the ‘Required Qualifications and Experience’ as well as the
‘Preferred Qualifications and Experience.’ Candidates must have all the ‘Required Qualifications and Experience’ at the
time of application and/or prior to job offer. Candidates who possess some of the ‘Preferred Qualifications and
Experience’ will be considered an asset.
Compiling all the required and preferred qualifications and experience takes time, dedication, and financial resources.
Candidates are encouraged to reflect on these factors prior to committing themselves to pursuing the position of Senior
Fire and Rescue Technician.
Required Qualifications and Experience
• Minimum completion of grade 12 or equivalent;
• IFASC or ProBoard certified NFPA 1021 Fire Officer Level I;
• IFASC or ProBoard certified NFPA 1001 Firefighter Level I and Level II;
• BCWS Engine Boss or equivalent;
• FireSmart 101 or equivalent;
• Minimum four years of municipal and wildland urban interface firefighting experience;
• Minimum British Columbia EMA First Responder Level III with AED, CPR and Schedule II endorsements;
• Minimum British Columbia Class III driver’s license with air brake endorsement;
• Driver’s Abstract with no prohibition and no more than 6 points in the past 3 years;
• Ability to attain a criminal record check with vulnerable sector to meet British Columbia EMA Licensing Board
Requirements; and
• Ability to successfully complete the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) and the NFPA 1852 based Candidate
Medical Assessment, both of which will be administered by a third party through this application process.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
• A minimum of two-years of post-secondary education towards a diploma, degree, or technical trade;
• IFASC or ProBoard certified NFPA 1002 Driver Operator;
• IFASC of ProBoard certified NFPA 1006 Technical Rescuer Certification(s) or equivalent;
• IFASC or ProBoard certified NFPA 1021 Fire Officer Level II;
• FireSmart Wildfire Mitigation Specialist or equivalent; and
• Canadian Safety Council UTV Safe Drivers Course or equivalent.
The Application Process
The application process of the Lake Country Fire Department is outlined in seven (7) different steps. Each step and
date(s) may be subject to change and candidates must ensure that they are available for all dates listed below.
Step 1 Application Submission July 25, 2024 to August 8, 2024 at
11:59pm PDT
Step 2 Competency Testing Open until August 30, 2024 at
11:59pm PDT
Step 3 Skills Demonstration September 21 and 22, 2024
Step 4 Interview Week of September 23, 2024
Step 5 Medical Assessment (NFPA Standard) September 28 and 29, 2024
Step 6 References Week of October 7, 2024
Step 7 Selection Process Week of October 15, 2024
Overview of the Selection Process
• It is the candidate’s responsibility to understand and meet the minimum qualifications before submitting
their application.
• Candidates are required to provide legible proof of minimum qualifications as requested in the application
process.
• Candidates are required to maintain their qualifications throughout the assessment process.
• Failure to meet the minimum qualifications will result in being disqualified from proceeding in the selection
process.
• Candidates will be updated on their application status at each assessment point. Please do not contact
District staff for status updates.
Step 1 – Online Application Submission
The application is intended to provide information on the applicants’ education, relevant training, work experience and
current references. Applications will be reviewed for required and preferred qualifications and a pool of candidates will
be selected to proceed. The first step in the recruitment process is to apply online at National Testing Network (NTN)
and search for District of Lake Country, by August 7, 2024. Applications will not be accepted through the District of Lake
Country website or received via any other means i.e. email or hard copy.
1. Applicants will schedule their exam first.
2. Add the Lake Country Fire Department job and pay the exam fee of $55 USD.
3. Create an account and check out.
4. Upload the required documents to the NTN portal.
Applicants must include:
• A current Driver’s Abstract (5 years of driving history with no more than 6 points in the past 3 years or
prohibitions from driving). Candidates must contact ICBC directly or the driving authority where they reside.
Photos of your driver’s license and/or a Driver Factor Report will not be accepted.
• A copy of their NFPA 1001, NFPA 1021, EMA First Responder Level III with AED, CPR and proof of Schedule II
endorsements.
Applicants will be screened based on their application. Only candidates who have all required qualifications on the
closing date of application will be considered.
Step 2 – Competency Testing
Applicants will book the written testing directly through NTN and can choose from a wide selection of virtually proctored
dates and times. Test components include:
• Situational Judgement
• Reading Comprehension
• Public Safety Self-Assessment
• Mechanical Reasoning
• Mathematics
Testing must be completed by August 30, 3024 11:59pm PDT
Applications will be assessed by reviewing the candidate’s written test score, resumé and pre-recorded video
interview. If minimum required qualifications have not been demonstrated and required documents not attached,
the application will not receive further consideration.
Step 3 – Skills Demonstration
This in-person assessment is designed to allow candidates to demonstrate their skills and abilities, by participating in
several exercises. Tests are administered by a qualified independent third party. All candidates will need a preassessment form signed off by their physician, and a pre- and post- vital assessment will be completed by qualified
onsite medical staff to ensure participants health and safety.
Swimming Skills Demonstration is based on the IDARS Annual Rescue Swimming Assessment and will consist of:
• A three (3) minute surface support treading water exercise
• A 100-metre freestyle swim
• A 50-metre rescue tow, in a life jacket
• A 10 lb weight recovery from the bottom of the pool (7 feet in depth)
Firefighting Skills Demonstration is based on the University of Alberta Firefighter Fitness Test and will consist of:
• Aerobic Endurance Assessment Vehicle Extrication Equipment Carry
• Charged Hose Advancement
• Weighted Sled Pull
• Forcible Entry Simulation
• Victim Rescue Simulation
• Ladder Climb
All times on events are compared to norms for firefighters and will be rated on a pass/fail basis. Those who fail any one
event will be eliminated from the competition.
Step 4 – Interview
Successful applicants will be contacted by District of Lake Country Human Resources personnel to participate in a final
interview. The interviews will be held in person during the week of September 23, 2024 in Lake Country. Candidates
must bring a completed Criminal Record Search from the Lake Country RCMP to the interviews.
Step 5 – Medical Assessment (NFPA Standard)
Successful candidates will be required to travel to Kelowna for a thorough medical assessment from a qualified
independent medical practitioner. The medical assessment is based on the NFPA standard. Candidates will be
responsible for any costs associated with travel; however, the medical assessment cost will be paid for by the District of
Lake Country.
Step 6 – References
Applicants will be asked to list their most recent employers and describe the work done in that position. They will be
required to provide three references from individuals who have managed or supervised them in their workplace over
the course of their career. Human Resources personnel will substantiate this information through the following:
• Confirming the validity of credentials and certificates submitted as part of your application process.
• Request your references and contact them to verify details.
Step 7 – Selection Process
Our selection process is based on consideration of the candidate’s competencies, skills, physical abilities and job
suitability.
Unsuccessful applicants, who were interviewed in person, will be notified by phone that the competition has been
completed.
All applicants are expected to provide truthful information and to not intentionally choose to withhold information
from Recruitment personnel.
