2025 VFRS Firefighter

City of Vancouver; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to join their dynamic and inclusive team in a rewarding career focused on community safety and wellness. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a range of emergency services, including fire suppression, pre-hospital care, and public education initiatives. The organization is committed to sustainability, equity, and creating a safe environment for all residents. With a generous benefits package and a commitment to diversity, this position is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their community. Join a team that values service excellence and is dedicated to fostering a positive workplace culture.

Job description

Vancouver Fire and Rescue Services (VFRS) is committed to being the international leader in fire, rescue, community risk reduction, and staff safety and wellness. Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh), Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable cities and is working to be the greenest city in the world. Named among Canada’s Top Employers, and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, decolonization, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our team and being part of a dynamic, exciting, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

VFRS employs over 850 people, has 20 fire halls, a training site, and two fire prevention offices. In addition to fire suppression, VFRS provides pre-hospital care, vehicle rescue, marine response, hazardous materials response, technical rescue, and many other emergency services in Vancouver. We work to create safe communities through public education for all ages, fire prevention and inspection services, and by working closely with partner agencies and community groups.

Application Close: Open until vacancies filled

We are committed to service excellence and recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, LGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

To be considered for this exciting and impactful career opportunity with a generous benefits package, please apply through our careers site. We thank all applicants for their interest.