Experienced Paramedic

Brandon Fire & Emergency Services

*More than one position may be filled*

Please apply with a cover letter and resume online.

Position Conditions: Brandon Fire and Emergency Services is on the lookout for hardworking and committed team-minded individuals to join our family.  As an experienced Paramedic in our service, you will play an important role in providing the highest level of care to the residents of Brandon while responding to medical calls and being part of the team that will provide Community Paramedicine to our residents.

INCENTIVES

Incentives may be subject to change and are based on needs at the time of competition posting:

• Four (4) or more years of Paramedic Experience will start at a 1st Level Paramedic wage ($105,515.83)
• Less than four years’ experience in paramedicine will receive compensation as per the wages below
• Enhanced vacation/holiday time
• No exam
• Pension portability

Rate of Pay: $34.07 - $48.31 per hour (2026 Rates)

Closing Date: Open until filled

This competition will include testing and an interview.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

As a member of Brandon Fire and Emergency Services, an experienced Paramedic must have a high level of integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to serving the public with respect and compassion.  By joining our team, you will be part of our strong team and positive culture that values your experience and dedication. We offer many opportunities for professional development aside from Paramedic responsibilities; the options and possibilities are endless. You will be given the opportunity to train to become a Firefighter/Paramedic or stay committed to paramedicine only.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responds to emergency calls for medical assistance and performs emergency medical duties at the PCP level (or higher) as per Manitoba Health Guidelines and Protocols and/or Department standards;
• Provides medical care and assessment within the Brandon Police Services Detention Unit.
• Receives incoming emergency and business calls and assists in the logging of information and dispatching of appropriate personnel and equipment as per General Operating Guidelines or as directed;
• Attends all in-house training sessions to maintain a level of competence and certification satisfactory to meet all Department standards and participates in external training sessions as directed and required;
• Maintains records and prepares forms and reports required through the delivery of the emergency services;
• Cleans, operates, and maintains ambulance vehicles, equipment, personal protective gear, and all other related apparatus to Department standards;
• Performs housekeeping and routine maintenance tasks of emergency services facilities and grounds as required or assigned;
• Performs all other duties as assigned or required.

NOTE: This description is not intended to limit the assignment of work or be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed by the incumbent.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Must be a Permanent Resident and legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Be a serving Paramedic with a recognized Paramedic Service (“recognition”, to be determined by the Brandon Fire and Emergency Services).
• Valid Class 4 Province of Manitoba driver’s license or equivalent with an acceptable drivers abstract.
• Must have a satisfactory Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check and Child and Adult Abuse Registry Check.
• Must meet vision, hearing, and training standards discipline record acceptable to Brandon Fire and Emergency Services standards

WORK CONDITIONS

The Paramedic will work in a team environment.

• Work in a shared and consultative manner with other employees (daily);
• Self motivated and quality driven to perform independent projects and facilitate team goals (daily);
• Necessary to work in all types of weather conditions (daily);
• Works in areas of confined space, heights, unpleasant noise levels, hazardous environments, and adverse odours (daily);
• Shall be available to work varying shifts and overtime and call outs (occasionally);
• Responsible to the Captain or designate.

Complete competition details and forms are available in the Applicant Handbook which may be obtained:

1. On the City website at http://jobbank.brandon.ca/,
2. By clicking the following link: Applicant Handbook
3. In the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 410 9th Street; or
4. Phone (204) 729-2246 to have a copy mailed.

Please contact [email protected] for a complete job description