Fire Fighters

Job summary

Serve as a public safety ambassador and work within an effective team to assist those in need. Perform the duties of a Fire Fighter, starting in a Flex Fire Fighter role to meet operational needs.

Job details

Organization City of Nanaimo Region British Columbia Application Deadline October 2, 2026 before 16:30 Type Permanent Full-Time Category Fire & rescue services Twitter Facebook Linkedin Send Save Print Description Click here to view full screen Description Nanaimo Fire Rescue is currently recruiting for exceptional candidates to join our world-class public safety organization. We want to hear from you if you have the skills, experience and passion to serve the public as an ambassador in public safety, work in an effective team environment and assist those in need. Requirements Prior to applying, it is important to clearly understand the roles and responsibilities of a career Fire Fighter. A Fire Fighter’s career with Nanaimo starts as a Flex Fire Fighter. Flex Fire Fighters work full-time hours but are scheduled to best meet the department’s operational needs and must be available for short-notice schedule changes. All applicants are asked to carefully review the recruitment information and job description on the City of Nanaimo website, at www.nanaimo.ca; under Public Safety; Nanaimo Fire Rescue; Recruitment. Salary & Benefits The starting salary for this position will be $32.44 per hour (Schedule “A”, Fire Fighters 1st 6 Months – 2026 Rate), with future increments and other benefits to be in accordance with the Collective Agreement. For detailed information on this position, please visit the City of Nanaimo website, at www.nanaimo.ca; Job Postings. To apply for this opportunity, please submit a completed application form with an attached resume and cover letter referencing the specific competition 26-110 by the application deadline. Click HERE to access the online application form. Please note that all minimum requirements (with exception of the CPAT) should be complete by the posting closing date (October 2, 2026, 4:30pm). Any qualifications with expiry dates should be valid by the posting closing date. The City of Nanaimo is an inclusive employer that values diversity and invites applications from all qualified individuals who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If shortlisted for the role and need an accommodation within the hiring process, we would be pleased to discuss how best to accommodate your needs. Contact Email: employment.opportunities@nanaimo.ca From the same organization Fire Training Technician - City of Nanaimo 24 Sep, 2026 Active Transportation Project Specialist (TFT) - City of Nanaimo 15 Sep, 2026 Human Resources Advisor (TFT) - City of Nanaimo 29 Sep, 2026 MORE

What you’ll do

Serve as a public safety ambassador and work within an effective team to assist those in need. Perform the duties of a Fire Fighter, starting in a Flex Fire Fighter role to meet operational needs.

Requirements

Candidates must possess the skills and passion to serve the public and be available for short-notice schedule changes. All minimum requirements and valid qualifications must be completed by the application deadline.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Public Safety
• Emergency Response
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Community Service

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Government & Public Sector