Fire Fighter Recruit Employment Process

The Mission Fire/Rescue Service is operated under the direction of the District of Mission and consists of a Fire Chief, Assistant Fire Chief, four career fulltime Fire Fighters, Captain Fire Prevention Officer, Lieutenant Fire Inspector, Administrative Clerk and approximately 80 “Paid On Call” Fire Fighters.     

Currently the Mission Fire/Rescue Service has three operating fire stations and they are located in the following areas:     

Fire Station No. 1  Headquarters (Administration Office)
33330 Seventh Avenue
Mission, B.C.  V2V 2E3     

Fire Station No. 2
30514 Dewdney Trunk Road
Mission, B.C. V2V 5V6     

Fire Station No. 3
30435 Silverhill Avenue
Mission, B.C.  V2V 4H9     

The Mission Fire/Rescue Service will not be hiring Paid On Call Fire Fighters in 2011   

The 2010 selection for recruits has been completed; however, we will be accepting applications to be reviewed in 2012 for  possible employment if vacancies become available. 
    

Each application will be screened for entry into any available upcoming programs.
Below is an outline of the screening process.  

  1. Information Session at Station 1 ………….
  2. Application Submission……………………..
  3. Application Review………………………….. 
  4. Written Exam……………………………………
  5. Medical Assessments………………………….
  6. Fitness Testing…………………………………..  
  7. Interviews……………………………………….. 
  8. Criminal Record check………….…..…………. 
  9. Orientation……………………………………… 
  10. Course Start Date……………………………… 
  11. Class Graduation …………………………..……. 
  12. Station & Company Placement……..………. 

      

Admission Requirements

 Applicants must meet all required qualifications to be considered for admission into the Mission Fire / Rescue Service Recruit Training program.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that they meet all the required qualifications and provide back-up documentation verifying the same.     

Required Qualifications

  • High school graduation or equivalent
  • Class 5, BC Drivers License
  • A driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behaviour
    More than six points in the last three years will be considered excessive
  • Physically fit for position of fire fighter
  • Have no criminal record
  • Live within the District of Mission and within the fire Stations first response area to which you apply

Information session - (date to be advised) 

 There will be a general information session for interested applicants open to the public prior to the closing date of July 1, 2010 for fire fighter applications.  The information session will review the program requirements, commitment for the volunteer, and training / certifications achieved throughout the program.  The information session will take place at Fire Station No. 1 (33330 Seventh Avenue, Mission).  If you require further information, please contact our office at (604) 820-3794.     

Application Submission

 To apply for the Mission Fire/Rescue Service Recruit Training program, you must complete the Applicant Admission Application Form.   The applicant information and application package can be picked up from Mission Fire/Rescue  Service Station No. 1 (33330 Seventh Ave. Mission).  Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.   Application forms can also be downloaded ( MFRS_application_form 2010 ) and mailed to Fire Station No. 1.     

Submission of the completed application form and entire supplementary documentation is required at time of application.  This would include copies of all the required certificates, transcripts, driver abstracts etc. We request that submission of your complete application package is on standard white 8 ½” x 11” paper, paper clipped (not stapled or in folders); with clear photocopies of attachments such as certificates, drivers license, etc. (Do not laminate documents.)     

Application Review

 Applicants who have been short listed based on the needs of the Mission Fire/Rescue Service for available positions within the service will be contacted by phone to review their application package.  The review will ensure that the application package is complete and that the student understands what is involved in undertaking the training program.  Once the application has been accepted, you will be invited to participate in the written evaluation.     

Written Exam

 Applicants that have been invited to participate in the written evaluation will undergo a four hour video based evaluation that focuses heavily on teamwork and human relations skills; aspects of the job that are critical; mechanical aptitude; math; and reading ability.     

Medical Examination

 Applicants will be required to complete the Mission Fire / Rescue Service medical disclaimer, and have a medical doctor confirm they are fit to perform the duties of a fire fighter.     

Physical Fitness Assessment

 The Physical Fitness Assessment will be conducted at Mission Fire/Rescue Service Fire Station No. 1.  (33330 Seventh Ave. Mission, B.C.)   The duration of the fitness assessment is approximately two hours in length.   It is recommended that you bring some form of nourishment and plenty of fluids for consumption prior to, during, and after the assessment.  Please bring appropriate gym strip and footwear for varying weather conditions.  The fitness assessment is comprised of the following components in the order given, and must be completed within 13 minutes.     

#1 Stair Climb

 Climb the stair case in the hose tower, (up and down), 3 times at speed.     

  • approximately 1 step per second.
  • should go up and down in 1 min. per set 3 repeats – total 3 min.  
  • The evaluator walks along showing the touch points the first time only.

The candidate must step on each stair-tread going up (ball of foot) and coming down (heel of foot).
Candidates are permitted to use the railings for stability and safety     

Failure if the candidate touches the walls, falls or fails to complete
1st time a warning – 2nd time failure
while going up or down stairs too slow, fast or unsafely.     

Candidates walk along the path to the next station. Evaluator leads.     

#2 Hose Drag

 Drag 200 feet of 1 ¾”, hose with nozzle.   They can use the first 8 ft of hose to loop across chest to pull with.  The candidate drags the hose and nozzle 75’ to the drum, turns 90 deg., stays between the cones and continues 25’ to the box.  They stop and drop to at least one knee, and staying within the outlined box and pull hose 50’to them. Flake hose between the lines with nozzle to the outside     

NOTE: Mark hose 50’ from 8’ mark.
Failure if the candidate cannot complete
1st time a warning – 2nd time failure.
comes off one knee or a knee leaves the outlined box     

Candidates walk along the path to the next station.  Evaluator leads.     

#3 Equipment Lift

 Candidates remove two saws from the upper equipment bins, one at a time placing each on the ground. Candidates pick up both saws and carry them 35’ out, around the drum and back to the apparatus and replace them in the bin one at a time.     

Failure if the equipment is dropped or cannot complete.     

Candidates walk along the path to the next station.  Evaluator leads.     

#4 Ladder Raise and Extension

 Candidates walk to the unhinged end of the extension ladder and raise it to the vertical position by lifting the ladder and working up (touching) every rung.     

NOTE: Evaluator engages ladder locks when the raised ladder is in the cradle.     

Candidate raises the fly, extending the ladder to maximum length then lowers the fly and leaves the ladder in the vertical position.     

Failure if the candidate:     

- does not touch every rung when raising the ladder
- the ladder falls while being raised
- loses control of the halyard slips causing the fly to fall.     

Candidates walk along the path to the next station. Evaluator leads.     

#5 Forcible Entry

 Candidate uses the dead-blow hammer to drive the weight to the end of the slide.   They must remain on the slide foot treads while using the hammer.     

Failure if the candidate:     

  • fails to drive the pipe the required distance.
  • loses of control of or drops the hammer.
  • steps off the blocks– 1st warning – 2nd failure.

Candidates walk along the path to the next station. Evaluator leads.     

#6 Search Maze

 The candidate will wear head protection and crawl through the maze following the hose.  The maze will be about 60 feet long with situations where the candidate must navigate around, over or under obstacles.     

Failure if the candidate     

  • removes their mask,
  • becomes disoriented and “lost” so cannot complete the maze
  • requests to be taken out.

Candidates walk along the path to the next station. Evaluator leads.     

#7 Rescue

 The candidate grasps the rescue mannequin harness and drags mannequin to the drum, makes a 180 degree turn around the drum and returns to the start.  The candidate may grab the harness to drag the mannequin.  The candidate shall not touch or rest on the drum.  The mannequin may be put down to adjust the grip.  The mannequin must be dragged completely across the finish line.     

Failure if the candidate fails to drag the mannequin the complete course.     

NOTE: The mannequin must be re-oriented so it is ready for the next candidate.     

Candidates walk along the path to the next station. Evaluator leads.     

#8 Ceiling Breach and Pull

 The candidate removes the pike pole from the bracket and walks to the apparatus.  They must stand within the outlined boundary.  The candidate fully pushes up on the apparatus 3 times with the pike pole.  The candidate then pulls down on the other end of the apparatus 5 times.  Each set consists of 3 pushes and 5 pulls.  Each candidate will do 3 repeat sets.  The candidate may adjust their grip on the pike pole.  The evaluator MUST count OUT LOUD and say MISS if the candidate did not successfully complete the activity.     

Warning if the pike pole is dropped - the candidate must pick it up unassisted.        

If the candidate does not complete a set the evaluator will call “miss” – the candidate must complete or repeat the set.  The event ends when the candidate completes the last stroke of the final set and the evaluator calls “complete.”     

Failure if the candidate     

  • fails to do the required number of sets
  • Steps out of the box – 1st time a warning – 2nd time failure.
  • Drops the pike pole – 1st time a warning – 2nd time failure.

Candidates walk to the finish. Evaluator leads.     

Interviews

 Shorts listed candidates will be invited for an interview with the Assistant Chief of Training, District Chief and Fire Captain.  Interview will be approximately 45 minutes long and will be focused on how candidates react under pressure, evaluate how individuals interact with people with different personalities, evaluate communication skills, assess the “fit” with the group and predict future performance based on past experiences.     

Criminal Record

 Due to the nature and responsibility of a Mission Fire / Rescue fire fighter we will require a voluntary RCMP criminal record search to be submitted in confidence to the Assistant Chief of Training.     

Orientation

 Orientation will take place 2 weeks prior to class start date.  Here recruits will receive their homework, manuals, text books, and fitting for fire fighter protective clothing.  Recruits will also have the opportunity to meet the Fire Chief and Field Trainers.  Orientation will cover all facets of the Mission Fire / Rescue Service so the recruits have a solid understanding of our expectations and how the Mission Fire / Rescue Service operates.     

Course Start Date

 Final admission into the recruit training program will be contingent on the applicant’s successful completion of the medical examination and criminal record search. Unsuccessful applicants may be required to go through the Admission/Screening Process again.     

Class Graduation

 Mission Fire / Rescue Service recognizes our recruits with a graduation ceremony.  Recruits are encouraged to invite family to participate in the ceremony.  At the graduation the Fire Chief will assign you to your fire station and company to report to for emergencies and training.     

Probation

 Recruit graduates will be assigned to a fire company at there home station.  During the probationary period, the POC fire fighter must obtain:     

First Responders Level III
CPR
NFPA 1001 Fire Fighter level 1
ICS 100     

  1. Probationary POC Fire Fighters will be enrolled in the JIBC, NFPA 1001 Fire Fighter Certification Program.  Probationary Fire Fighters will be expected to commence the program immediately.
  2. A probationary POC Fire Fighter must attend 70% of practices.  Absences from three practices in a row may be grounds for dismissal.
  3. During the probationary period, a POC Fire Fighter shall be assessed every three months by the Officers of the Station and inform the Chief Training Officer of progress.
  4. A probationary POC Fire Fighter shall be issued turnout clothing upon acceptance, but shall not be issued a pager to attend callouts until graduation of the recruit training program.
  5. The probationary period shall be one year duration.

Recruit application form:  MFRS_application_form 2010.     

After completing your application submit it to the Mission Fire/Rescue Service at 33330 Seventh Avenue, Mission, B.C., V2V 2E3.

Last updated: March 10, 2011
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