Fire and Rescue Technician
Job No:
DLC105
Location:
Lake Country
About the Opportunity
The District of Lake Country’s Lake Country Fire Department has an exciting opportunity for a 6 month Term full-time Fire and Rescue Technician (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:
- 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; 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);
- Opportunities for professional and education development support; and
- A collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work culture.
For further details please see attached job description.
This posting will close on August 8 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.