Website Terrace Fire Department
Firefighter (Regular Full-Time)
The City of Terrace Fire Department is actively seeking a full-time firefighter with a
strong sense of work ethic and a high level of commitment to public and personnel
safety.
The City of Terrace Fire Department takes pride in serving our community and
ensuring the safety of the residents’.
Duties:
• Provide emergency response of equipment and personnel as required by 911
Dispatch;
• Perform fire suppression;
• Perform rescue/hazardous material response;
• Auto extrication;
• Provide emergency medical care;
• Assist with public fire education and fire prevention programs;
• Undertake fire inspection activities;
• Minor maintenance of apparatus, small equipment, building and grounds.
Minimum qualifications:
• Canadian Citizen; or Landed Immigrant with legal entitlement to work in Canada;
• High School graduation or equivalent (certificate required);
• Completion of NFPA 1001 Firefighter 1 & 2 (IFSAC OR PRO-BOARD accredited)
standard;
• A valid BC Emergency Medical Assistants Licensing Board EMR or PCP License;
• Minimum two years of accumulated work experience after high school;
• Career or Volunteer firefighting experience;
• Valid B.C. Driver’s License, Class 5 with air brakes endorsement;
• No summary conviction for a criminal offence related to the job of a fire fighter;
• Suitable for the role of Firefighter;
• Demonstrated commitment to a fit and healthy lifestyle;
• Successful completion of a medical and hearing assessment;
• Commitment to personal development;
• Computer skills – basic knowledge and ability to operate a personal computer;
• The ability to deal effectively and courteously with co-workers and the public;
All shortlisted candidates will:
• Be responsible for all travel cost throughout the recruitment process;
• Participate in testing conducted in Terrace BC over 2 consecutive days –
candidates will be emailed directly with the assigned dates;
• Provide a current 3-year Driver’s Abstract;
• Complete a criminal records check including vulnerable sector check;
• Provide proof of education and certifications;
• Complete a physical fitness evaluation;
• Complete a practical fire skills evaluation (follows NFPA 1001 standard);
• Complete a written firefighter aptitude exam.
RATE OF PAY: As per collective Agreement
HOURS OF WORK: As per Collective Agreement
UNION: Terrace Firefighters’ Association, Local 2685, IAFF
BENEFITS: As per Collective Agreement
REPORTING TO: Fire Chief
Please submit your cover letter, resume, and required documents for consideration by
the application deadline.
Application deadline: 4:30 p.m., Monday, February 10, 2025
Submit your application to Terri Williamson, Human Resources Manager at
twilliamson@terrace.ca referencing Posting #04-2025.
