Are you are interested in a career in the area of fire fighting and/or emergency management?
The links below will help lead you towards a career that is as rewarding as it is challenging!
http://www.durhamc.on.ca
http://www.flemingcollege.com
http://www.collegeofcontinuinged.dal.ca
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
** Please note that we are unable to accept applications unless a position is available. Openings will be posted on the Town of Cobourg's website, and in local papers.**
Cobourg Fire Department Part-time/Volunteer Firefighter Position Outline
Successful applicant(s) will work under the supervision of senior officers to combat fires, perform rescue work, administer first aid, respond to hazardous materials incidents and operate and maintain firefighting apparatus and equipment.
Applicants must:
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Have completed a minimum Grade 12 (or equivalent).
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Possess, and be willing to produce upon selection, a valid Ontario drivers licence.
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Must obtain a Class "D" licence with a "Z" endorsement within 3 years of date of hire as a condition of employment.
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Have a good driving record.
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Sign a waiver authorizing the Cobourg Fire Department to collect personal information.
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Be willing to attend training sessions to obtain acceptable levels of ability in areas such as first aid, C.P.R., rescue work and firefighting technology.
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Be able to communicate clearly and precisely, in English, under stress.
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Be sufficiently fit, with weight proportional to height, in order to be capable of working effectively and extensively under arduous physical conditions as part of an active firefighting and rescue team.
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Be willing to perform other duties related to fire detection, suppression, prevention and public relations, as required.
Applicants will be required to participate in, and successfully complete, fitness assessments, work-related agility tests, interviews and health and medical evaluations, based on the activities and duties that a firefighter would perform.
Preference would be given to applicants living and working within 5 km. of the Cobourg fire hall, who have a letter of permission from their employer permitting them to attend fires during working hours.
