Firefighter in Mission

Mission is located on the unceded, ancestral, and shared territory of the Stó:lō Peoples, specifically on Leq’á:mel, Semá:th, Máthexwi, Kwantlen, Sq’éwlets, and Katzie traditional territories in the lower mainland of BC. We are currently recruiting six (6) full-time career firefighters. A career with the Mission Fire Rescue Service will put you on the front line of protecting our municipality and proudly contributing to a leading-edge department with a proven safety record.

We are seeking individuals who are committed to maintaining a daily fitness regime and monitoring personal wellness as a lifestyle to ensure firefighter safety and longevity. It is important that you have the strength, stamina and cardiovascular conditioning required to take on the physical challenges of this career. Integrity, ethical behavior and accountability must be part of your nature. Taking responsibility for and ownership of your actions is vital to success.

A career firefighter’s main function is to combat, extinguish and prevent fires to save life and property. Firefighters also contribute to the community through fire and life safety education, fire inspections, rescue and medical aid. If you are courageous, professional, forthright and work well under pressure, a career in firefighting may be for you.

NATURE AND SCOPE OF WORK

This is skilled fire suppression and rescue work which involves combating, extinguishing and preventing fires and the saving of life and property. A firefighter is responsible for:

• Rapidly and efficiently performing various duties under emergency conditions frequently involving considerable hazard;
• Routine cleaning, servicing and maintenance of fire department equipment, apparatus, and property;
• Participating in programs such as fire inspections, public education and public relations;
• Participating in the delivery of training and sharing of knowledge with other fire/rescue personnel, including paid-call members;
• Cleaning, maintenance and minor repairs for fire hall buildings and grounds.

Although specific orders, instructions and assignments are received from a superior, a firefighter exercises independent judgment and action in emergency situations where superior’s directions are not available or possible.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Performs fire suppression, rescue, hazmat, first aid and other related services.
• As assigned, drivers operate all fire/rescue apparatus and equipment.
• Participates in and maintains cleanliness, servicing and minor repairing of fire station, grounds, equipment, apparatus, turnout gear and uniforms as required.
• Participates in training, drills, and practice sessions with career and paid-on-call personnel, as required.
• Maintains up to date information and details with respect to location and accessibility of roads, industrial and commercial buildings, hydrants and all other physical and geographical aspects of the community in order to effectively participate in pre-planning, fire suppression methods and public safety.
• Prepares and maintains records and reports, issues permits and enforces applicable codes and bylaws, issues municipal tickets, efficiently enters data into various computer software programs, and performs all required clerical tasks relating to the work as required.
• Receives and records emergency calls and dispatches proper apparatus as required.
• As required, performs fire and life safety fire inspections in all types of structures, pre-incident planning and participates in public education programs and public relations events as required.
• Participates on department/municipal projects or committees as required.
• May assist in fire cause and origin investigations and write associated reports.
• Constructs, maintains, operates and trains others in the use of training props as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

• Considerable knowledge of methods, techniques and theories used in suppressing and preventing fires, and related emergencies.
• First aid and first responder medical practices.
• Operations, policies, regulations and standard operating procedures of the Mission Fire Rescue Service.
• Operation and maintenance of all firefighting/rescue apparatus and equipment.
• Applicable codes, standards and municipal bylaws relating to the fire and life safety inspections of buildings.
• Building construction, wiring and hydraulics as applied to the work performed.
• The geography and street locations of the municipality.

Ability to:

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Represent the City and fire department in a positive manner.
• Perform maintenance, cleaning and minor repair of fire rescue equipment and apparatus, and department facilities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Applications will be screened to ensure the following qualifications have been met. If you do not meet ALL of these, please do not submit an application as it will be screened out:

• Successful completion of an approved Firefighter Training program resulting in a minimum of Firefighter Level 2 Certificate (NFPA1001) OR a current member of Mission Fire Departments paid-on-call program OR completion of at least one (1) full year in a career fire department. Certificates must have Pro-Board or IFSAC seal.
• High school Grade 12 graduation with transcript.
• Transcripts demonstrating successful completion of at least one (1) year of post-secondary education (i.e. 30 credits-academic/technical/trades) OR at least two years of accumulated work experience after high school (equivalent to full time hours), preferably in work related to the needs of the Fire Service (i.e. building construction, mechanical, driving trucks and/or large or emergency vehicles, first aid, nursing, paramedic, instructor/educator, full-time competitive athlete, etc.).
• Physically fit for the position of Firefighter and medically fit according to the standards set in NFPA 1582.
• Valid BC Class 3 Driver’s License or higher (Class 1 for example) with air brake endorsement for vehicles with more than two axles (Automatic transmission is accepted).
• Current driver’s abstract - personal driving record (dated no more than 30 days prior to the application closing date).
• Successful completion of a recognized EMLAB BC First Responder (FR) or higher.
• Computer literate (i.e. proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or common software applications).
• Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada.
• No criminal convictions related to the job of Firefighter.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Progress towards or completion of a post-secondary education program (i.e. academic, technical or trades training).
• Higher level first aid or first responder certification such as: EMR Primary Care Paramedic (PCP).
• Additional fire service-related certificates listed below:
• Auto Extrication/Vehicle Rescue
• Technical Rope Rescue
• WSOO-WFF-1
• Mental Health certification.
• Demonstration of community service, other than duties assigned as a paid-on-call/volunteer firefighter (i.e. responding to calls, training etc.).

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• 19 years of age or older.
• No conviction of a criminal offence related to the job duties of a firefighter (criminal records check will be completed prior to first interview).
• Good physical condition and able to successfully complete the Mission Firefighter Physical Ability Test (medical clearance to participate in FPAT must be provided by medical professional).
• Satisfactory medical examination to the standard of firefighter's pre-employment protocol that meets the NFPA 1582 standards.

SELECTION PROCESS

You will be contacted by e-mail if you are shortlisted to participate in the next stage. All testing throughout the recruitment process takes place at Mission Fire Station #1 (33330-7th Ave, Mission B.C. V2V-4R1) and all applicants must attend in person. You must be successful at each stage in order to be considered further in the process. Only candidates with the minimum required qualifications and whose applications are regarded as complete will be considered for advancement to the following stages.

CLOSING DATE: Sunday, October 25, 2026