Full-Time Firefighter

Smoky Lake County is seeking full-time highly skilled and experienced firefighters to join our dedicated team. Firefighters respond to emergency situations including fires, motor vehicle collisions, medical incidents, dangerous goods events, public safety events while serving and protecting the community.

• Responded to emergency situations

• Perform maintenance on apparatus, equipment, PPE and stations

• Participate in ongoing training and practices

• Participate in community events, presentations and public education

• Participate in fire prevention and pre-planning incidents

• Assist in the orientation and mentorship of new firefighters
  
  

• NFPA 1001: Firefighter - Level 1

• NFPA 1002: Fire Apparatus / Operator

• NFPA 470: Hazardous Materials / WMD - Awareness

• NFPA 470: Hazardous Materials / WMD – Operations

• NFPA 1140: Wildland Firefighter – Level 1

• Incident Command System (ICS) 100

• Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certificate

• Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License with a Q endorsement

• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable sector check may be required)

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Preferred Requirements

• NFPA 1001: Firefighter – Level 2

• NFPA 1002: Fire Apparatus Pump Operator

• NFPA 1041: Fire Instructor – Level 1

• ICS 200 and 300

• Flag Person Training
  
  

• A minimum of Two (2) years of relevant or related experience in the fire service
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively
• Work well in a team environment
  
  

Compensation:
Smoky Lake County Regional Fire Rescue Services provides competitive wages based on experience and training, comprehensive health and pension benefits with paid training and career development opportunities.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume, in confidence, to the undersigned by 4:00 p.m. on April 17, 2026 by email or in person. The competition may remain open until suitable candidates are found.

Jasmine Schaub
Human Resources and Safety Manager, DEM
Smoky Lake County
4612 – McDougal Drive
Box 310, Smoky Lake, AB
T0A 3C0
E-mail: jschaub@smokylakecounty.ab.ca