Website Kitimat Fire and Ambulance Department
Are you a dual ticketed Firefighter (NFPA 1001 Level 1 & 2) and
Primary Care Paramedic? Or a career oriented Primary Care
Paramedic who wants to expand their skills and enter the field of
Firefighting? Then keep reading, because we have the perfect
job for you!
The Kitimat Fire and Ambulance Department is the only dual
service department in the Province, providing both fire fighting
and paramedic services to the community.
As a Firefighter/Paramedic, your primary functions are
fire/rescue, pre-hospital emergency medical care, inspection/fire
prevention and daily maintenance of the fire hall and equipment.
Why work for us?
Preference for candidates
with these qualifications
Candidates with their Primary Care Paramedic
certification and the ability to obtain NFPA 1001
Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualification
Level I & II are encouraged to apply.
To apply, submit a cover letter,
resume and copies of certificates
and licences by email to
hr@kitimat.ca by October 17, 2025.
A rental subsidy of up to $1,000 a month for 12 months.
A relocation reimbursement of up to $10,000.
Free use of our recreation facilities and fitness classes.
NEW: Wage matching for current career firefighters (see
more information in the wage section below).
As a Firefighter/Paramedic, your primary functions are
fire/rescue, pre-hospital emergency medical care, inspection/fire
prevention and daily maintenance of the fire hall and equipment
Preference for candidates
with these qualifications
NFPA 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional
Qualification Level I & II
Primary Care Paramedic certification
BC Class 3 & 4 Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement
Ability to obtain Security Clearance and Police Information
and Vulnerable Sector Check
Work experience related to firefighting and/or pre-hospital
care
Post-secondary education
IV endorsement
Candidates with their Primary Care Paramedic
certification and the ability to obtain NFPA 1001
Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualification
Level I & II are encouraged to apply
