BFES Operations - Firefighter/Paramedic

Competition #175

Please apply with a cover letter and resume online at: https://jobbank.brandon.ca/

NOTE:  In order to be invited into the competition process, your complete application must be received by Human Resources, prior to the competition closing date, and must contain all of the requested information. Incomplete packages will not advance without prior approval from the Competition Administrator.

Rate of Pay: $36.62 - $50.86 per hour (2026 rates)

Closing Date: Open until filled

This competition will include testing and an interview, as well as a psychological assessment.  

PURPOSE OF POSITION

A Firefighter/Paramedic will deliver, as a member of the emergency services team, fire fighting, emergency and non-emergency medical services, non-emergency services, and rescue in Brandon and the surrounding area.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responds to fire alarms to combat, control, and extinguish fires and to perform the necessary duties related to fire fighting such as ventilation, search and rescue, overhaul and salvage;
• Responds to emergency calls for medical assistance and performs emergency medical duties at the PCP level as per Manitoba Health Guidelines and Protocols and/or Department standards;
• Provides medical care and assessment within the Brandon Police Services Detention Unit.
• Receives incoming emergency and business calls and assists in the logging of information and dispatching of appropriate personnel and equipment as per General Operating Guidelines or as directed;
• Attends all In-House training sessions to maintain a level of competence and certification satisfactory to meet all Fire Department standards and participates in external training sessions as directed and required;
• Maintains records and prepares forms and reports required through the delivery of the emergency services;
• Cleans, operates, and maintains fire, rescue, and ambulance vehicles, equipment, personal protective gear, and all other related apparatus to Department standards;
• Performs housekeeping and routine maintenance tasks of emergency services facilities and grounds as required or assigned;
• Performs public fire education and fire prevention duties as directed;
• Performs all other duties as assigned or required.

NOTE: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12, G.E.D. , or Mature High School Diploma;
• Successfully completed the following courses or equivalent courses (mandatory):
  • Firefighting Practices-Level 1 and 2 (NFPA 1001) - accredited version; Primary Care Paramedic (PCP); Rescue Practices; Fire Apparatus/Operator (NFPA 1002); Hazardous Materials Awareness (NFPA 472); Hazardous Materials Operations (NFPA 472), Fire Life Safety Educator (NFPA 1035);
• Holds a Certificate in Public Fire Paramedic Program or equivalency;
• Holds and maintain a valid Class 4 with Air Province of Manitoba Driver’s License;
• Hold and maintain a College of Paramedics of Manitoba Certificate of Practice.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Completion of the following courses (preferred):
  • Emergency Vehicles Operations; Fire Service Hydraulics; Vehicle Extrication; Water and Ice Rescue; Elevated Rescue; Initial Response to Dangerous Goods; Pesticide Fire and Spill Control, Anhydrous Ammonia and Ammonium Nitrate Response; Fire Inspection Level 1 and 2

WORK CONDITIONS

The Firefighter/Paramedic and/or Paramedic works in a team environment.

• Work in a shared and consultative manner with other employees (daily);
• Self motivated and quality driven to perform independent projects and facilitate team goals (daily);
• Necessary to work in all types of weather conditions (daily);
• Works in areas of confined space, heights, unpleasant noise levels, hazardous environments, and adverse odours (daily);
• Shall be available to work varying shifts and overtime and call outs (occasionally);
• Responsible to the Captain or designate.

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Submit your Cover Letter & Resume online at: https://jobbank.brandon.ca/
2. Complete the Employment Application Forms found in the Applicant Handbook
3. Follow the checklist in the Applicant Handbook and ensure all required documents are included in your application
4. Submit ALL required document by emailing the HR Mailbox – hr@brandon.ca, online, or by bringing it to Human Resources in City Hall.

The Handbook has been prepared to provide an outline of the application and competition process. It contains information that will answer many of your questions. Please read all of the information carefully before proceeding with your application submission.

If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources for clarification at the phone number below.

Complete competition details and forms are available in the Handbook which may be obtained:

• Click the following link: Applicant Handbook
• In the Human Resources Office at City Hall – 410 9th Street, Brandon MB; or
• Phone (204) 729-2240 to have a copy mailed.

Please contact HR@brandon.ca for a complete job description.

The City of Brandon is committed to an inclusive, barrier free environment and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those advancing in the competition will be contacted. If contacted to participate in the process, please advise if you require an accommodation. If you are interested in finding out more about the City of Brandon job opportunities as soon as they are posted, please follow us on Facebook or X!