Recruitment

Paid On Call Recruitment Process 

Squamish Fire Rescue has been training locally-minded people in their goals of serving Squamish as firefighters for over 100 years. Our professional training and on the job experience is a unique opportunity to learn and develop skills as team members, leaders, and highly-skilled firefighters. 

Upcoming Recruitment - Late Summer/Fall 2020

Date: August 17 - October 5, 2020

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Program Details

Requirements:

• Must be a permanent resident of Squamish at the time of application
• Six month recruit program (January to June).
• Training provided two days a week (one weeknight and one weekend day).
• 100% attendance is required.
• Three year personal commitment to Squamish Fire Rescue.
• Must be 19 years of age

Responsibilities:

• Bring a positive and inquisitive attitude.
• Follow all safe operating procedures.
• Be a timely and conscientious student.

Training Provided:

• NFPA 1001 FF1 & 2– Standard for Fire Fighting (JIBC Modules 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, and 10)
• Red Cross Emergency Medical Assistant – First Responder level 3
• Live Fire Training
• Wildland 1
• Emergency Scene Traffic Control
• ICS 100

Cost:

• There is no cost to the student.
• All training and materials are provided as part of your three-year commitment to Squamish Fire Rescue.

Paid On Call Firefighter Application - NEW for 2020! Apply online!

Click here to open the online Paid On Call Firefighter application.

Before you begin, please have ready:

• work and personal references contact information
• cover letter and resume as a single PDF or Word file