Recruitment

Are you interested in serving your community?

 

Contract Opportunity

 

The Otter Point Volunteer Fire Department has a contract opportunity available to provide assistance to the fire service through maintenance and administrative support tasks. Under the direction of the Fire Chief, this position will assist with the inventory of emergency equipment, equipment repair jobs and perform maintenance checks, ensuring the department is ready for an emergency response.

 

The incumbent will also provide clerical support to the department and respond to enquires from stakeholders on general fire department issues.

 

The successful candidate will possess relevant education and related work experience in an office environment, as well as excellent mechanical aptitude with the ability to carry out necessary maintenance and repairs.  Strong analytical, interpersonal and customer services skills are also required.

 

The deadline for applications is no later than 10 pm on Thursday, December 03, 2009.

 Click here for more detailed information.

 

Volunteers

 

Would you like to become a part of an active volunteer fire department?

Would you like to make new friends and take part in community activities?

Would you like to receive free training in:

  • fire fighting

  • fire prevention

  • first aid

  • rescue

  • leadership?

Not only will the experience enable you to help your friends and neighbours, but you will be better able to help your own family in an emergency.

Work with 'State of the Art' equipment and receive training to international standards. The services that the Otter Point Volunteer Fire Department provides to the community include fire suppression, fire prevention, motor vehicle accident assistance, rescue, public assists and the Justice Institute's First Responder Program.

 

Volunteer Qualifications
  • Live within the Otter Point Fire District
  • Minimum age: 16 years (with written permission of parents or guardians)
  • Have no criminal record (criminal record check is required)
  • Good physical condition and health
  • Valid BC Drivers  License
  • Able to attend weekly Thursday evening training sessions with at least 70% attendance
  • Can give the Department 5 hours of your time each week.

The Otter Point Volunteer Fire Department has a probationary period for all new members of six months.

Although previous experience and/or training is welcome, none is required. All required training is provided by OPVFD. As well as the regular training sessions, firefighters have the opportunity to actively participate in additional training/courses to enhance their skills and knowledge.

 

If you meet these qualifications and would like to join or want more information please contact us by phone (250) 642-6211 or by e-mail to the Fire Chief

You can also print and fill out the application and expectations form and visit us on Thursday evening at 3727 Otter Point Road.

Application Form (PDF)

Expectations (PDF)