Job Description

Fire and Rescue Technician - Casual

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Job No:

DLC110

Location:

Lake Country

About the Opportunity

The District of Lake Country's

Lake Country Fire Department

has an exciting opportunity for two

casual Fire and Rescue Technicians (Firefighter & Driver-Operator)

based in

Lake Country, BC

. This position's work hours are based on an average 42-hour work week, which may include day or night shifts on weekdays, weekends and/or statutory holidays.



Under the Direction of the Fire Chief or designate(s), the Fire Rescue Technician (Firefighter & Driver-Operator) works as a key member of their assigned team when responding to emergency incidents, non-emergency incidents, and public safety complaints as part of the composite firefighting force.


Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:


Provide technical services to key fire department program areas, such as: + Maintaining fire apparatus;
+ Maintaining fire equipment;
+ Maintaining fire facilities;
+ Occupational health and safety programs;
+ Firefighter training and education programs; and
+ Fire prevention programs and emergency response programs.
Respond to inquiries from internal and external clients.

More About You

To qualify for this role, you must have

IFASC or ProBoard certified NFPA 1001 Fire Fighter Level I and Level II

;

FireSmart 101

or equivalent;

minimum of one year 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 III driver's license with air brake endorsement

; responsible driving record with no prohibition and no more than 6 points in the past 3 years.


At the time of application or prior to an offer, you must attain a

vulnerable sector criminal record check

to meet

British Columbia EMA licensing board

requirements; a valid

Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)

or equivalent; and completion of a

NFPA Candidate Medical Assessment

or equivalent.



As our ideal candidate, you have demonstrated ability to problem solve and exercise sound judgment. You are physically fit and have the ability and willingness to work under physically arduous conditions, including hazardous locations, extreme heights, and confined spaces. You have the knowledge, skills and aptitude related to mental resilience and firefighter wellness.

About the Benefits

You will receive a competitive salary of $42.88 an hour per hour (2025 wage rate) plus 17.4% in-lieu of all benefits; Opportunities for professional knowledge and skills development; and A collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work culture.

For further details please see attached

job description

.

This posting will close on September 15 at 4:00pm

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The District of Lake Country is committed to being an equal opportunity employer who embraces and respects diversity. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting hr@lakecountry.bc.ca.

About Us

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Situated within the unceded territory of squilx"/syilx (Okanagan) peoples, Lake Country is a vibrant community of approximately 15,000 citizens and is located in the heart of the rapidly growing Okanagan Valley. Lake Country is less than a half hour drive from downtown Kelowna and mere minutes to beautiful orchards, wineries, farms and the serenity of the Okanagan lakes. Lake Country is in close proximity to the Kelowna International Airport and the University of British Columbia - Okanagan. Residents enjoy hot summers and temperate winters with boundless opportunities for year-round recreation - from water sports to cycling, golfing, skiing, hiking and much more. If you are searching to relocate to a community that truly has it all, join our team and experience 'Life. The Okanagan Way!'