Paramedic - Firefighter Cadet Program

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo

Fort McMurray, Canada
Probationary rate: $50.66; hourly rate: $53.83; co...
On-site
Registered with alberta college of paramedics
Physically demanding tasks in extreme weather
Willingness to complete rigorous fire training
This program provides an opportunity for registered paramedics to expand their career by completing fire suppression training while employed

Job Summary

  • This program provides an opportunity for registered paramedics to expand their career by completing fire suppression training while employed.
  • Participants will obtain NFPA 1001 Level I and Level II credentials upon successful completion of the comprehensive 17-week training program.
  • The role requires maintaining a high level of physical fitness to safely respond to emergency incidents in hazardous environments.

Matching Summary

This program provides an opportunity for registered paramedics to expand their career by completing fire suppression training while employed.

Salary

Probationary Rate: $50.66; Hourly Rate: $53.83; COLA: Bi-Weekly - $480

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Registered with Alberta College of Paramedics
  • Physically demanding tasks in extreme weather
  • Willingness to complete rigorous fire training

Nice-to-have

  • Strong teamwork and discipline
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Commitment to continuous improvement

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Valid Class Four Alberta Driver's Licence with Q Endorsement
  • Successful firefighter physical fitness test within last 6 months
  • Medical assessment per NFPA 1582 standard
  • Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search

Work Rights

Not specified

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