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Firefighter
Community and Protective Services
Full Time, One Year Term Position
Internal / External
Competition No. CPS-24-27
The City of Wetaskiwin
Situated just 35 minutes south of Edmonton and 55 minutes north of Red Deer, the City of Wetaskiwin is the home of possibility Nestled by the hills where peace was made, Wetaskiwin is a vibrant, sustainable, and self-sufficient small city with abundant nature and agriculture, a resilient economy, and much more.
If you would like to be part of a different kind of local government, look no further We are a diverse, collaborative, and enthusiastic team that knows it can be done better and we are doing it The City of Wetaskiwin is dedicated to upholding our core values, Trust, Resourcefulness and Integrity while fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, promoting positive, trusting, and fulfilling relationships within our team. Here we encourage the sharing of ideas for making things better and transform these ideas into actionable plans Council’s Strategic Plan guides us in exploring ways to sustain a strong economy, prioritize safety, focus on community, and the environment, all while adopting a people first philosophy outlined in the City’s Corporate Business Plan.
The Opportunity
This position has physical demands, is a physically demanding role and is a safety sensitive position. This position will be required to respond to emergency and fire incidents. The position involves periods of intense physical labour with the requirement to carry, lift, or pull over 50lbs, while also working at heights in confined and/or dark spaces.
**This opportunity offers the following incentives**:

- Discounted (optional) membership to use the Manluk Regional Aquatic and Fitness Centre when not working.
- Benefits (Include Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance) start on date of hire.
- Employee Assistance Program.

**Responsibilities**:
Emergency Response
- Respond to emergent situations within The City of Wetaskiwin’s response area, industry or other agencies as required or requested in accordance with policies, procedures and SOG's (Standard Operating Guidelines).
- Respond to emergency incidents such as emergencies involving fire, rescue, dangerous goods, medical aid, water, and rail.
- Effectively and efficiently performing tasks and employing tactics at incidents in accordance with the incident action plan.
- Perform other duties as required.

Training and Administrative
- Maintain a good working knowledge of firefighting techniques and emergency medical services by actively participating in weekly skills maintenance training.
- Assist in management of the training program and schedule training for paid on call members.
- Participate in other job specific training and meetings as required (computer, policy, leadership, officer’s meetings etc.).
- Perform other duties as required.

Supervision and Leadership
- Ensure the activities of the team align with departmental and organizational strategic goals.
- Provide supervision, mentorship, and guidance to direct reports.
- Perform other duties as required.

Fire Station and Apparatus Checks and Maintenance
- Participate in day-to-day routine equipment checks, fire station upkeep and housekeeping and apparatus equipment checks.
- Perform other duties as required.

Fire Inspections, Investigations and Public Education
- Schedule and lead company level fire and life safety inspections on assembly, commercial and industrial occupancies, ensure documentation of inspections is maintained as per the City of Wetaskiwin’s quality management plan (QMP).
- In consultation with the Deputy Fire Chief, act as a point of contact for coordination and delivery of public education programming.
- Perform other duties as required.

Education, Qualifications, and Work Experience
**Minimum**:

- Grade 12 education or equivalent.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience with a fire service department or agency
- NFPA Standard 1001 Level 2 firefighter (Minus DG Ops).
- NFPA Standard 1002 Driver Operator Apparatus (or working towards).
- ICS 100.
- Valid Alberta driver’s license (Class 3 with Q endorsement) with less than demerits.
- Medical clearance (paperwork will be provided).
- Criminal record check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
- Advanced First Aid, Level C CPR.

**Preferred**:

- NFPA Standard 1021 Fire Officer Level 1.
- NFPA Standard 1033 Fire Inspector.
- NFPA Standard 1031 Fire Inspector.
- NFPA 1041 Level I Instructor.
- Previous experience in a leadership capacity is a definite asset.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Must be professional, self-motivated and can work independently in a team environment.
- Must have excellent customer service skills, be positive, and solutions-oriented in representing the City of Wetaskiwin.
- Knowledge of current firefighting techniques, strategies and tactics.
- Knowledge of basic dangerous goods response guidelines.
- Must have excellent and effective comm