2026-007 - Paid On Call Firefighter at District of Sooke

District of Sooke; Sooke; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The District of Sooke in Sooke, BC, is seeking a Paid on Call Firefighter for an on-site, full-time role. You will support fire suppression, rescue, hazmat response, prevention and inspection duties, reporting to the Fire Chief and participating in the department's training program.

Qualifications include minimum 18, Grade 12, BC Class 5 or 7 license with clean abstract, and Police Information Check. Industry certifications and additional licenses are a plus.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old to begin training.
• Completion of Grade 12 or recognized equivalent.
• Must obtain and maintain BC Class 5 or Class 7 driver's license and a current driver's abstract.
• Police Information Check required.

Responsibilities

• Combat, extinguish, and prevent fires; save lives and property.
• Be trained in fire suppression, rescue, hazmat, prevention, and inspection duties.
• Participate in required training programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Adaptability

Organization

Customer focus

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Post-secondary education

NFPA fire certificates (1001/1002/472/1051)

Tools

FDM

SharePoint

Tempest

Target Solutions

Job description

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Introduction: The District of Sooke in Sooke, BC, CA is a vibrant and growing coastal community located on the southwest tip of Vancouver Island, just 45 minutes from British Columbia’s capital city, Victoria. Surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including rugged coastlines, temperate rainforests, and a sheltered harbour, Sooke offers an exceptional quality of life and year-round opportunities for outdoor recreation.

The rate of pay range for Paid On Call Firefighter positions is $20.64 - $44.24 per hour.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Fire Chief, through the chain of command the Paid on Call Firefighter is responsible for combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires and the saving of life and property. The position of the Paid on Call Firefighter is a multifaceted position requiring a flexible and organized approach. All Paid on Call Firefighters will be trained in and perform all aspects of fire suppression, rescue, hazardous materials response, prevention, and inspection duties. The Paid on Call Firefighter will participate in training as required by the Department training program.

Qualifications

• Be a minimum of 18 years old to begin training.
• Completion of Grade 12 or recognized equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid BC Class 5 or Class 7 Drivers License and a current drivers abstract.
• Satisfactory completion of a Police Information Check must be submitted as a condition of employment.

Additional consideration may be given to applicant with the following qualifications and skills

• Completion of BC Class 1, 2, 3 or 4 Drivers License and a current drivers abstract.
• Air Brake endorsement.
• Previous fire or emergency services experience.
• Fire related certificate completions, such as NFPA 1001, 1002, 472, 1051.
• Post secondary education.
• Technical or trade certificate.
• First Aid training.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Experience with FDM, SharePoint, Tempest, Target Solutions.
• Residence within the boundaries of the District of Sooke.

Competencies

• Adaptability: Willingness to be flexible in a changing environment.
• Relationship Building: Establishes and maintains respectful and cooperative working relationships.
• Effective Communication: Communicates effectively with others.
• Problem Solving: Recognizes and acts to resolve problems.
• Organization: Organizes work so that others will understand it, in order to achieve District objectives.
• Customer Focus: Provides excellent service to both internal and external customers.