Paid-On-Call Firefighters
Naturally, Campbell River – Located on Vancouver Island, the City of Campbell River offers a rare combination of a welcoming small-town feel with large-city amenities. We are a 45-minute drive from the winter and summer activities of Mount Washington, and just minutes from more than 100 km of all levels of mountain biking and hiking trails, plus easy access to the ocean, rivers and lakes for sports fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding and whale watching.
The City of Campbell River is seeking Paid-On-Call Firefighters to join our team.
Paid-on-call firefighters are integral members of the Campbell River Fire Department, working alongside full-time firefighters in the provision of fire and rescue services to the City of Campbell River.
Paid-on-call firefighters provide an efficient and effective service to the community in the preservation of life, property and the environment. They perform the basic functions of fire protection involving:
- The containment of structural and environmental fires
- The rescue of citizens involved in motor vehicle incidents
- The containment of fires and spills involving motor vehicles
- Support of Technical Rescue and Hazardous Materials Operations
What we offer: The starting rate of pay for Paid-On-Call Firefighters as Recruits is $18.75 per hour.
The recruitment process and detailed instructions are outlined in the attached application package.
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Must be 19 years of age or older at time of application
- Legally entitled to work in Canada
- Live within the Campbell River Fire Protection Area
- Ability to complete a satisfactory Criminal Record Check & Vulnerable Sector Check
- Meet the NFPA standards for medical, vision and hearing (to be assessed during the recruitment process)
- Hold a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence (or Class 7 if driving less than 4 years) with less than 7 points in the past 3 years
Posting closing date: 11:59 pm on Friday, October 9, 2026
Posting number: 26-073
We thank all applicants, however, only those selected to move on in the recruitment process will be contacted.
Please apply using the ‘Apply Now’ link below.
When you apply:
You will be asked to upload a cover letter, resume and related application documents as part of the application process.
You may also be asked to answer some screening questions related to the position.
Questions about this position? Email careers@campbellriver.ca
APPLICATION PACKAGE
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