Thompson Firefighter/EMR

NorthTek Rescue Inc.; Thompson; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Thompson, Manitoba is seeking Firefighter/EMRs with progression to First-Class within 24 months. Compensation starts at $37.18 per hour with an annual retention allowance of $11,000 and a remoteness allowance.

Closing date is late November 2026; confirm on the City posting. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma, EMR certification recognized in Manitoba, NFPA 1001 Firefighter I and II, Manitoba Class 4 licence with air brake endorsement, Vulnerable Sector and Child/Adult

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current EMR certification recognized in Manitoba.
• NFPA 1001 Firefighter I and II required.
• Manitoba Class 4 licence with air brake endorsement required.
• Vulnerable Sector and Child/Adult Abuse Registry checks required.
• Fitness and medical exams must be passed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current EMR certification recognized in Manitoba

NFPA 1001 Firefighter I and II

Manitoba Class 4 licence with air brake endorsement

Vulnerable Sector and Child/Adult Abuse Registry checks

Pass fitness and medical exams

Job description

The City of Thompson, Manitoba is hiring Firefighter/EMRs, with progression to First-Class within 24 months.

Pay:

$37.18 per hour (about $81,200 per year to start), plus an $11,000 annual retention allowance and a remoteness allowance

Closing date:

Late November 2026 (confirm on the City posting)

Key requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current EMR certification recognized in Manitoba
• NFPA 1001 Firefighter I and II
• Manitoba Class 4 licence with air brake endorsement
• Vulnerable Sector and Child/Adult Abuse Registry checks
• Pass fitness and medical exams