City of Kamloops·Kamloops, British Columbia
Respond to a wide range of emergencies with professionalism, skill, and compassion.
Protect a growing community through fire rescue services.
Support public safety initiatives.
Coordinate critical dispatch operations as part of Kamloops Fire Rescue.
Serve as a flex firefighter with guaranteed minimum working hours over a 56-day period (for candidates hired off the eligibility list)
Close Date August 31, 2026 At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody everyday. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives. We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops! Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today. Position Overview Join a team that makes a difference every day. Kamloops Fire Rescue is a dynamic, composite fire department made up of career firefighters and auxiliary firefighters, dedicated to protecting a growing community of approximately 110,000 residents. Operating from seven strategically located fire stations across 311 square kilometres, our team responds to a wide range of emergencies with professionalism, skill, and compassion. Beyond serving the City of Kamloops, Kamloops Fire Rescue also plays a vital regional role by receiving emergency and non-emergency calls and providing fire dispatch services for the City and 29 additional Thompson-Nicola Regional District fire halls. Whether responding to emergencies, supporting public safety initiatives, or coordinating critical dispatch operations, every member of Kamloops Fire Rescue helps make our community safer. If you're looking for a challenging, rewarding career where teamwork, service, and excellence are at the heart of everything you do, Kamloops Fire Rescue is the place to make an impact. The City of Kamloops is establishing an eligibility list of qualified Firefighters in anticipation of future vacancies. All interested applicants must refer to our recruitment information and apply online. At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier free recruitment for everybody everyday. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive, and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures, and perspectives. Please review all required documents found in the attached Recruitment Checklist and submit the on-line application prior to the closing date of August 31, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (PST). The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:
Canadian Citizen or legal entitlement to work in Canada.
Completion of Senior Secondary School and one (1) or more of the following i) 3 years Post Secondary work experience; or ii) Completion of 2nd year Trades Apprenticeship; or iii) Completion of 30 Post Secondary Credits; or iv) Completion of two (2) full seasons as a Provincial Wildfire Firefighter; or v) Completion of two (2) years of Military service.
Valid BC Driver's Licence - Class 3 or 1 with air brake endorsement.
a driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behaviour is required. A record with more than six points within the last three years will eliminate an applicant from further consideration.
Successful completion of an approved Firefighter Training Program, NFPA 1001 resulting in Firefighter Level 2 Certificate (with IFSAC or PROBOARD accreditation).
Valid certificate (within one (1) year) or licensed in the applicants’ province and maintained throughout the process of one (1) of the following at the time of applying: i) Emergency Medical Responder (EMR); or ii) Primary Care Paramedic (PCP); or iii) Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) Please note, a valid British Columbia license in EMR, PCP, or ACP will be required by the time the applicant is hired.
Far visual acuity. Far visual acuity shall be at least 20/30 binocular corrected with contact lenses or spectacles. Far visual acuity uncorrected shall be at least 20/100 binocular for wearers of hard contacts or spectacles as per NFPA 1582 (most recent version). Successful long-term soft contact lens wearers shall not be subject to the uncorrected criterion.
Peripheral vision. Visual field performance without correction shall be 140 degrees in the horizontal meridian in each eye as per NFPA 1582 (most recent version).
Normal unaided hearing as per NFPA 1582 (most recent version).
Canadian citizen or legal entitlement to work in Canada.
Completion of Senior Secondary School and one of: 3 years post-secondary work experience; or 2nd year trades apprenticeship; or 30 post-secondary credits; or two full seasons as a Provincial Wildfire Firefighter; or two years of military service.
Valid BC Driver's Licence - Class 3 or 1 with air brake endorsement (driving record must not have more than six points within last three years).
Successful completion of an approved Firefighter Training Program (NFPA 1001) resulting in Firefighter Level 2 Certificate (IFSAC or PROBOARD accreditation).
Valid EMR/PCP/ACP certificate (within one year) or licensed in the applicant’s province and maintained throughout the process; BC license required by time of hire.
Meet NFPA 1582 vision and hearing requirements (far visual acuity, peripheral vision, normal unaided hearing).
For new hires and designated positions of trust: complete and pass a criminal record check before formal offer
Market context
In British Columbia, firefighter eligibility lists are often used when departments need ready candidates for recruitment cycles and seasonal or operational staffing needs. Competition can be strong because applicants must meet specific education or experience pathways, work authorization requirements, and physical and operational standards. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm which eligibility pathway best matches your background before applying.