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By Tanner Smith
Fire Dept.

Regional Fire Service is looking for recruits

Oct 25, 2022 | 12:15 PM

The County of Grande Prairie Regional Fire Service is looking for NFPA-certified firefighters.

Jason Nesbitt, Deputy Fire Chief said in a news release, “Our Regional Fire Service offers a unique opportunity for trained firefighters to work a part-time, flexible schedule at a career fire station,”

Applicants will be joining the team at either the Dunes or Clairmont fire stations.

There are minimum requirements applicants would have to meet to become a firefighter:

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Have a current, Class 3 Alberta Driver’s License with airbrake endorsement
  • History of a safe driving record
  • Possess a Grade 12 diploma
  • Pass the RCMP Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
  • NFPA 1001 Level 1 and Level 2 certification (IFSAC and/or ProBoard)
  • NFPA 472 or 1072 Awareness and Operation certification (IFSAC and/or ProBoard)
  • Recognized Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Medical First Responder, Advanced First Aid (minimum 80-hour program) or higher. Valid first aid is required if you are not a registered practitioner with the Alberta College of Paramedics
  • Current level “C” CPR
  • Incident Command System 100 Certificate
  • Pass a medical assessment with a County Regional Fire Service-approved physician and undergo a psychological assessment with a County Regional Fire Service-approved psychologist
  • Aptitude for physically demanding but rewarding work
  • Positive, team-oriented attitude
  • A minimum commitment of four shifts per month

Nesbitt said in the same news release, “We are a highly-skilled, well-trained team with an inclusive culture that puts people first.”

To apply or get more information, click here.

Applicants seeking additional information can also contact the Regional Fire Service by emailing firerecruitment@countygp.ab.ca or by calling 780-532-9727.

The deadline to apply is November 11.

by Tanner Smith