FIREFIGHTER / PARAMEDICS

The City of Thompson’s Fire and Emergency Services Department is seeking those unique individuals with a passion for
both firefighting and paramedicine. Our department provides EMS and fire protection to Manitoba’s fourth largest
City. The City of Thompson offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits package. Join our team for a challenging
and rewarding career in emergency services, with the ability to make a difference.

Qualifications:

 Firefighter Level 2 (NFPA 1001).
 Current registration with the College of Paramedics of MB
 Valid Class IV MB driver’s license with air brake endorsement.
 Proven ability to make decisions, initiate appropriate action and perform safely and effectively in stressful,
demanding and hazardous situations and ability to deal and communicate effectively with the general public.
 Good interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to a team oriented approach.
 Excellent physical health, mentally able to fulfill the Fire/Medics duties. Applicants must be able to pass a
medical examination meeting department standards.

Preference will be given to those applicants who, in addition to the foregoing, hold: field experience in EMS and
firefighting, current ACLS, NRP, BTLS and proven EMS skill progression and performance; NFPA 1031, NFPA 472, NFPA
1006, and NFPA 1035.

Posting will remain until all positions are filled. Short-listed candidates will be invited to attend an in-person
Recruitment Process, including interview, written test and physical testing in Thompson.
Please send detailed resumes outlining experience, education, qualifications and references to:

Human Resources
City of Thompson
226 Mystery Lake Road
Thompson, Manitoba R8N 1S6
E-Mail: jmelanson@thompson.ca

The City of Thompson is committed to providing a superior quality of life and unlimited opportunities.
We are dedicated to supporting healthy growth and our northern urban lifestyle while providing our residents with
high quality municipal services and facilities.