Applications are now being accepted for future recruit Fire Fighter positions. Selected candidates will be placed in an eligibility pool for future positions. Applicants must be in good health, be able to meet established medical and academic standards, qualify in essential job function and aptitude tests, and have demonstrated the ability to work in a team environment. Minimum requirements include: High School Graduation or equivalency; proof of NFPA 1001 Fire Fighter I & II certification; 20/30 visual acuity unaided and uncorrected; colour vision to standards required by the BC Superintendent of Motor Vehicles; a valid Class 3 B.C. Driver’s Licence with air brake endorsement; Driver’s License Abstract with not more than six ICBC penalty points; certification in Pleasure Craft Operator and Restricted Radio Operator (Maritime); Criminal Record Check; successful completion of an aptitude test, hearing test and the University of Victoria Fire Fighter physical abilities test. Plus, at least one of the following: valid Occupational First Aid Level 3, EMA First Responder Level III, Red Cross First Responder, or EMR Certificate.
A comprehensive recruitment package and application form is available on our website www.saanich.ca or at the Saanich Fire Administration office at 760 Vernon Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8X 2W6. Applications, including resumes, will be accepted at the Saanich Fire Administration Office, or by fax at 250-475-5588, or by e-mail at fireadmin@saanich.ca, during regular office hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday from December 14, 2015 until 4:30 p.m. FRIDAY, JANUARY 8, 2016. While we thank all candidates for applying, only those under consideration will be contacted. |
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Location: | Victoria, BC |
Profession(s): | Fire & Rescue Services |
Date Posted: | Thursday, December 10, 2015 at 3:46:56 PM (PST) |
Posting Expires: | Friday, January 8, 2016 at 4:30:00 PM (PST) |