About the role
City of Duncan Paid-on-Call Firefighter - Join our Team!
The City of Duncan is looking for firefighters to join our Fire Department. Required abilities include the capacity to work effectively as a team member, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to take orders and respond effectively in high stress emergency situations.
Please review theDuncan Fire Department Information Package and fill out the DFD Application Form to apply. Completed applications can be submitted by email to HR@duncan.ca.
2025 Firefighter Recruitment Poster
Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : Experience an asset
About City of Duncan
Duncan is located on the southern half of Vancouver Island, in the heart of the Cowichan Valley - the traditional lands of the Quw'utsun (Cowichan) First Nation on Vancouver Island.
Located between the provincial capitol of Victoria and the City of Nanaimo, Duncan is home to a population of approximately 5,000 residents and serves as an economic hub for the Cowichan Region, which has a population of approximately 80,000.
Duncan provides healthcare, retail services, professional services, and cultural tourism to the growing Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD). Duncan is a major business centre for the key industries of the regional economy: fishing, farming, forestry, and tourism. Duncan prides itself on its local businesses and thriving arts and music communities.
Proudly living up to the name "The City of Totems", Duncan has over 40 beautifully carved totems scattered all around the City. The downtown features a number of heritage buildings, a large array of small, exquisite shops, and a quality selection of restaurants catering to all tastes. Enjoy the cultural comings and goings in our busy City Square – home to the Island's longest running Saturday Farmers' Market.
The City of Duncan is a member of the CVRD, a regional government of both electoral areas and member municipalities. Along with the City of Duncan, the CVRD is composed of the municipalities of North Cowichan, Ladysmith, and Lake Cowichan.
The City of Duncan is committed to delivering quality service to residents and businesses, while also addressing the challenges of economic development and sustainability.
About the role
City of Duncan Paid-on-Call Firefighter - Join our Team!
The City of Duncan is looking for firefighters to join our Fire Department. Required abilities include the capacity to work effectively as a team member, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to take orders and respond effectively in high stress emergency situations.
Please review theDuncan Fire Department Information Package and fill out the DFD Application Form to apply. Completed applications can be submitted by email to HR@duncan.ca.
2025 Firefighter Recruitment Poster
Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : Experience an asset
About City of Duncan
Duncan is located on the southern half of Vancouver Island, in the heart of the Cowichan Valley - the traditional lands of the Quw'utsun (Cowichan) First Nation on Vancouver Island.
Located between the provincial capitol of Victoria and the City of Nanaimo, Duncan is home to a population of approximately 5,000 residents and serves as an economic hub for the Cowichan Region, which has a population of approximately 80,000.
Duncan provides healthcare, retail services, professional services, and cultural tourism to the growing Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD). Duncan is a major business centre for the key industries of the regional economy: fishing, farming, forestry, and tourism. Duncan prides itself on its local businesses and thriving arts and music communities.
Proudly living up to the name "The City of Totems", Duncan has over 40 beautifully carved totems scattered all around the City. The downtown features a number of heritage buildings, a large array of small, exquisite shops, and a quality selection of restaurants catering to all tastes. Enjoy the cultural comings and goings in our busy City Square – home to the Island's longest running Saturday Farmers' Market.
The City of Duncan is a member of the CVRD, a regional government of both electoral areas and member municipalities. Along with the City of Duncan, the CVRD is composed of the municipalities of North Cowichan, Ladysmith, and Lake Cowichan.
The City of Duncan is committed to delivering quality service to residents and businesses, while also addressing the challenges of economic development and sustainability.