Kelowna Fire Dispatch Centre Operator

NorthTek Rescue Inc.; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kelowna is seeking a full-time Fire Dispatch Centre Operator to support fire dispatch for Kelowna and contracted communities. The role requires typing at 40 WPM, ability to work rotating day/night shifts, and strong knowledge of local geography, mapping/pre-plan systems, and fire codes.

Applicants should demonstrate computer literacy and excellent communication skills. Working at the Kelowna Fire Dispatch Centre, you will be part of a critical public safety team handling dispatch for

Qualifications

• Typing speed of at least 40 WPM.
• Ability to work rotating day, night, weekend and holiday shifts.
• Knowledge of local geography, basic fire codes and mapping/pre-plan systems.
• Computer literacy and strong communication skills.

Skills

Typing speed 40 WPM

Rotating day/night/weekend/holiday Sh1

Geography knowledge

Mapping/pre-plan systems

Computer literacy

Strong communication skills

Tools

Mapping / pre-plan systems

Job description

The City of Kelowna has posted a full-time permanent Fire Dispatch Centre Operator position, listed on CivicJobs about four days before this check. The Kelowna fire dispatch centre handles fire dispatch for Kelowna and contracted communities.

Pay:

Not posted

Closing date:

Not confirmed

Key requirements:

• Typing speed of at least 40 WPM (from City's previous Dispatch Centre Operator posting)
• Ability to work rotating day, night, weekend and holiday shifts
• Knowledge of local geography, basic fire codes and mapping/pre-plan systems
• Computer literacy and strong communication skills