Volunteer Firefighter (Paid)

City of Belleville•Belleville, ON

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Currently, the City of Belleville has an exciting opportunity for 2 highly motivated, strategic, and dynamic individuals to join our Fire and Emergency Services Department as a Volunteer Firefighter (Paid). This is a permanent, on-call position with regularly scheduled training. The role involves a wide range of duties focused on fire suppression, emergency medical response, rescue operations, station maintenance, and public education.

Requirements

At time of hire have a valid Ontario G Class Driver’s Licence or greater.
Required to obtain a valid Ontario DZ Class Driver’s Licence during the probationary period (1 year).
Required to provide and maintain a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract at the discretion of the City of Belleville.
Minimum of Grade 12 High School Diploma or approved equivalent.
Be able to provide proof of a residence within the Station 3 catchment area as defined: Within Urban Response Area south of the 401 highway and east of Haig Road
Be able to communicate in English both in speaking and writing.
Be able to conduct routine maintenance and cleaning of stations and all types of apparatus and equipment used.
Be able to work in a highly structured work environment and follow the rules, regulations and procedures of the Belleville Fire & Emergency Services Department.
Be capable of learning and performing the various methods and techniques used in extinguishing and preventing fires and in rescue techniques.
Have the ability to acquire a general knowledge of hazardous materials, poisonous substances, arson detection, life safety systems and other job-related subjects, and be familiar with the procedures associated with these subjects.
Have the ability to make sound decisions and to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations.
Maintain the physical strength and agility to perform hard work and operate all firefighting/rescue apparatus and equipment, as well as safety equipment under adverse conditions, frequently, for prolonged periods of time.
Provide a Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (“CRC”) and Vulnerable Sector Screening (“VSC”) prior to commencing work at the City of Belleville.
Required to pass the mandatory medical examination.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all fire suppression duties necessary to save life and property.
Combat, extinguish and/or prevent fires by rapidly and efficiently performing varied duties as required under emergency conditions (frequently involving considerable hazard).
Provide emergency medical response and aid; perform rescue/extrication operations where necessary to prevent loss of life or further injury from any cause.
Provide service assistance with respect to, but not restricted to the following: police, paramedics and public.
Responsible for station maintenance and upkeep of firefighting equipment and fire department property.
Responsible for upgrading and maintaining skills/knowledge and physical requirements to current standards.
Perform duties in fire prevention, public education or other duties as assigned.
Emergency Call Response
Operate any vehicle or equipment as assigned.
Perform a variety of rescue related duties to protect the public and lessen severity of injuries.
Lay and connect hoses; hold nozzles and direct high pressure water streams.
Raise, climb and work from ladders.
Operate all equipment associated with the control and extinguishment of fire or other incidents.
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing while working in noxious and/or smoke filled environments.
Ventilate buildings and/or areas to release heat, smoke, or fumes.
Place salvage covers to protect property and prevent water damage.
Perform overhaul operations in order to ensure that the fire has been completely extinguished.
Medical Emergencies
Operate equipment, check safety of immediate area and bring required medical equipment to the scene.
Assess situation/victims by taking medical history, visual and vital signs
Conduct appropriate intervention, including CPR and other first-aid as required
Assist paramedics - convey information, lift and carry heavy patients, etc.
Manage crowd/by-standers/victim's relatives, etc.
Other Emergencies
Perform a variety of rescue related duties to protect the public and lessen severity of injuries related to motor vehicle accidents, water hazards, industrial accidents, incidents involving hazardous materials, etc.
Assess and perform extrication of the victim's in motor vehicle accidents.
Non-Emergency Duties
Perform various maintenance duties to apparatus, equipment and department property.
Participate in departmental training programs to be proficient, knowledgeable and up to date with respect to equipment and procedures for firefighting, medical and other emergencies.
Participate in public relations projects involving visits, demonstrations, parades, etc., as directed.
Assist with on-the-job training of other firefighters.
Perform other duties as assigned.