- Grade XII graduation certificate or recognized GED equivalent.
- Must possess a PEIFFA Pump Operators course certificate (or equivalent).
- Must have a valid driver's license (Class 3A) to operate heavy firefighting vehicles with air brakes.
- Must have a current Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) certification.
- Must have successfully completed (and maintain certification) in CPR & Medical First Responder from an accredited training organization.
- Must possess certification from an accredited organization for NFPA 1001 or Pro Board Firefighter Level 1 and NFPA 472 HazMat Awareness and obtain from an accredited organization NFPA 1001 or Pro Board Level II and NFPA 472 Hazmat Operations within 12 months of hiring date to maintain eligibility.
As per the terms of the Collective Agreement between IAFF, Local 5219 and the City of Charlottetown.
***As the new Collective Agreement between IAFF, Local 5219 and the City of Charlottetown has not yet been ratified, the current wage for this position is $16.65/hr. Upon ratification of the Collective Agreement, this wage will be adjusted.