City of Campbell River
Government Administration
PaidOnCallFirefighters
“Paid-On-Call Firefighters at City of Campbell River. Skills: Firefighting, Rescue operations, Emergency response. Contain structural fires. Contain environmental fires”
What You'll Achieve.
Preservation of life; Preservation of property; Preservation of the environment
Industry & Context.
Calculated risks
Live within Campbell River Fire Protection Area, Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, NFPA medical assessment, NFPA vision assessment, NFPA hearing assessment, Less than 7 points on driving record, Comfortable in confined spaces, Comfortable working at heights, Physically perform duties, Work in dangerous conditions, Work in unpleasant conditions
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
18 years of age or older, Legally entitled to work in Canada, Live within Campbell River Fire Protection Area, Able to complete Criminal Record Check, Meet NFPA standards for medical, vision, and hearing, Hold a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License, Less than 7 points on driving record, Hold a current first-aid certificate, Comfortable being in confined spaces, Comfortable working at heights, Able to physically perform duties, Willing to work in dangerous conditions, Able to take calculated risks, Able to continue working despite physical discomfort
What You'll Do.
Contain structural fires
Contain environmental fires
Rescue citizens from vehicle incidents
Contain vehicle fires
Contain vehicle spills
Support Technical Rescue operations
Support Hazardous Materials Operations
Save life and property
Respond to fire alarms
Use portable extinguishers
Use firefighting tools
Rescue people from danger
Drive firefighting apparatus
Operate firefighting apparatus
Maintain fire department equipment
Maintain fire apparatus
Participate in training
Participate in drills
Participate in practice
Participate in rescue
Participate in safety calls
Participate in public service calls
Take responsibility for disposition
Participate in community events
Participate in fundraising activities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work alongside full-time firefighters
Communication Scope
Public speaking
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