Temporary Firefighter

St. John's is a progressive city with a strong connection to the past and a positive outlook on the future. As one of the oldest cities in North America we have a unique history, but we are also a growing city with the needs and opportunities of a modern urban population. The City of St. John’s is committed to recruiting world-class talent and expertise to join our City staff, more than 1200 strong, who provide a vast array of valued services to the residents of St. John's and the metropolitan area. If you are an innovative thinker with a positive attitude and a commitment to quality, we want you to help us make St. John’s a city where people want to live and feel they belong.

The St. John’s Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) is presently accepting job applications for Temporary Firefighters. Former applicants must reapply in order to be considered for this competition. This position works under the general direction of the Lieutenant, Captain, and Platoon Chief who are in charge of their assigned shift. They shall carry out all duties and tasks as assigned by the Officer In Charge (OIC), which reflect and are consistent with overall Departmental policy.

1. Co-operates with fellow fire fighters in programs implemented by management to meet the needs of an expanding fire service with emphasis on operations and prevention. 2. Carries out all duties and assigned tasks efficiently and promptly. 3. Maintains and cares for all personal fire rescue equipment assigned to them. 4. Maintains and cares for all equipment assigned to stations and apparatus. 5. Maintains a good knowledge of the City of St. John's Act, St. John’s Fire Department By-Law (1362), Rules and Regulations, Policies and Operational Guidelines of the Department, the current Collective Agreement, the Safe Work Practice Manual, and any other applicable policies, procedures or legislation. 6. Possesses a good knowledge of the streets, hydrants and target hazards in their first and second due response areas by individual study and active participation in yearly exams. 7. Maintains a current knowledge of all fire fighting skills by individual study and active participation in yearly exams. Participates in all drills and assigned training courses and is self motivated to highly educate themself in an effort to be prepared to advance in rank and meet high standards demanded of modern age fire departments. 8. Performs all tasks related to fire suppression and other emergencies, using tools and equipment as directed by the IC and performs all duties that may be assigned from time to time.