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VERNON FIRE RESCUE SERVICES
3401 30TH STREET
VERNON, BRITISH COLUMBIA V1T 2A5
250-550-3564
https://www.vernon.ca

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Updated: December 01, 2025

CAREER FIRE FIGHTERS
(Full time)

2 Positions Available with eligibility list

Closing Date: November 28, 2025

Annual Salary: $85,245.72 (2024 Rate as per IAFF – Local 1517 Collective Agreement)

Notes:

Candidates must submit a cover letter, resume and include all of the following required documents. Please attach the documents to your resume as one PDF:

NFPA 1001 Firefighter Level II, IFSAC or ProBoard accredited certificate
NFPA 472
Drivers Abstract with at least 3 years
First Medical Responder (equivalent or higher) certificate
Valid Drivers License with Class 3 (equivalent or higher) with Air Brake endorsement

Successful candidates who are selected after the exam then must be prepared to undergo and pass both a comprehensive physical testing, interview and medical screening process.

Duties:

Responds to emergencies and performs fire-fighting, rescue, hazardous materials response, and first medical response activities as part of a team.
Assists in the cleaning and maintenance of fire and rescue equipment and facilities.
Participates in training and professional development activities.
Provides fire safety inspections and fire prevention activities.
May lead small teams in the completion of tasks and/or training.
Provides fire and rescue services, public education, and participates in public relations activities.
Participates in committee work to provide programs for maintenance and long term asset management.
Works collaboratively in a team environment with career and auxiliary fire fighters, Emergency Social Services, City of Vernon Public Works, Ambulance, Police, non-government organizations and other agencies in the course of duty.
Performs other duties as assigned.
All persons employed by the City of Vernon will be required to assist the City in providing essential services during a declared local state of emergency such as flooding, or earthquake. Duties assigned during an emergency may differ from regular duties.

Required Education and Experience:

Post-secondary education in a field(s) that provides for excellent comprehension, writing and computer proficiency, administrative and organizational abilities, and increased learning capacity.
NFPA 1001 Fire Fighter Level II, IFSAC or ProBoard accredited certificate.
Fire service experience such as that obtained through career or volunteer, military, wildland, or industrial fire suppression.
Current minimum certification/qualification (or equivalent):
- First Medical Responder
- Emergency Medical Responder (preferred)
Valid BC Driver's Licence, Class 3 with air brake endorsement or another provinces’ equivalent.
A combination of related education and experience may be considered.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing work conditions.
High energy team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional ability to solve problems.
Good time management and organizational abilities.
Proven ability to communicate respectfully and effectively during stressful situations.
Ability to learn and apply modern leadership and supervisory techniques and approaches.
Ability to effectively manage exposure to disturbing stimuli such as, injured persons, fatalities, loud noises, and circumstances beyond one’s control.
Possesses a service oriented perspective and participates in volunteer and community service activities.
Proficient in computer and related software including but not limited to the Microsoft Office Suite and general office equipment.
Acceptable level of physical abilities required to perform the duties of the role.
Ability to obtain and maintain an acceptable RCMP Vulnerable Sector Check.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
NFPA 1002 General Requirements and Apparatus Equipped with Fire Pump, IFSAC, ProBoard accredited certificate.
Auto Extrication certification.
Confined Space Rescue Operations or Technician certification.
Hazardous Materials Technician certification.
Swift Water and Ice Rescue certification.
Emergency Vehicle Operations certificate.
High Angle Rescue certification.

2025-2026 Vernon Fire Rescue Services Career Hiring Process

This is a general guide to the Vernon Fire Rescue Services hiring process. By participating in the hiring process, you are competing for a spot in the department. Additionally, candidates may be selected for a spot on the Eligibility List for future positions. The stages, requirements, and dates listed are subject to change.

Steps to complete online application by November 28, 2025 through National Testing Network (NTN):

Schedule your written exam and pay $65.00 (USD) fee.
Add the Vernon Fire Rescue Services Department job.
Create account and check out.
Upload required documents to the NTN portal.
1. Cover letter and Resume
2. Drivers Abstract (showing last 5 years of personal driving history)
3. Valid FMR or EMR certifcation
4. Copies of required certificates (NFPA 1001, NFPA 472, etc.)
Complete written test by November 28, 2025.
Complete pre-recorded video interview through NTN by November 28, 2025.
Review application to ensure all required documents have been uploaded and steps completed.

Stage 2 – Physical Fitness Evaluation – tbd

Candidates who are successful in Stage 1 of the hiring process will be invited to Vernon for physical fitness evaluation, conducted by Ascent Lifestyle Management Inc. Candidates will be given an appointment time and date for their physical evaluation. The evaluation will take approximately 2-3 hours to complete. The cost of the evaluation is $250 (CAD), non-refundable and is the responsibility of the candidate.

Candidates will be required to provide the following forms to participate in the physical evaluation. Forms will be provided to candidates in advance.

Consent for Exercise Testing and Release Form
Release of Liability & Indemnity Form
ParQ+ Form

Candidates will be tested on aerobic fitness and job-specific tasks:

Aerobic Fitness Test

Job Simulation Performance Tests

Twenty Meter Shuttle Run to a minimum of Stage 6.5 with increasing test scores to Stage 10.

1. Claustrophobia (search confined area - pass/fail)

2. Acrophobia (ladder climb- pass/fail)

3. Hose carry/stair climb (85 lb up & down stairs several times – timed for pass)

4. Ladder lift (56 lb - pass/fail)

5. Rope pull (50 lb up & down several times – timed for pass)

6. Simulated hose advance (135 lb over 50 ft – timed for pass)

7. Victim drag (200 lb over 50 ft – timed for pass)

8. Forced entry (pass/fail)

Stage 3 – In-person Interview – tbd

Candidates who are successful in passing Stage 2 will attend their scheduled in-person interview. Interviews will be held at City Hall (3400 30th Street), across the road from Fire Hall Station 1.

David Lind, Fire Chief
Alan Hofsink, Deputy Fire Chief, Operations
Brian Parsons, Deputy Fire Chief of Prevention & Life Safety
Union Representative
Rajvir Randhawa, Coordinator, Talent Acquisition and Retention

Stage 4 – References and Police Information Checks

Candidates who are successful in Stage 3 will be asked for references and to submit to a Police Information Check with the Vulnerable Sector attached, from their local Police detachment.

Human Resources may ask for supporting references to verify the information provided. All references may be contacted.

Candidates with any other requirements still outstanding will be required to submit them by this stage.

Stage 5 – Conditional Offers and Pre-Employment Medical Evaluation

Successful completion of Stage 4 may lead to a conditional offer of employment. The offer of employment is dependent on passing a NFPA medical conditions evaluation.

The process for the medical evaluation is as follows:

Human Resources will contact the candidate and provide all of the information required for the completion of the medical evaluation.
The medical evaluation is provided by a qualified 3rd party and will screen for medical conditions that might affect the candidate’s ability to function as a firefighter.
The cost of the medical testing will be provided closer to the date.

Stage 6 – Pool of Candidates and Offers of Employment

Offer(s) of employment will be made to candidate(s) and remaining candidates may be placed into a pool for future vacancies.

Must be elligible to work in Canada

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