Description
The Town of Yarmouth Fire Department is creating a pool of qualified applicants for upcoming Firefighter/Engineer opportunities. Applicants who have applied since July 2025 will be automatically included in this pool, which will be reviewed in late January 2026.
The Yarmouth Fire Department, with a history dating back to 1837, is dedicated to fire prevention and the protection of Yarmouth's citizens. The Firefighter/Engineer position is an operational role involving driving fire apparatus, fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical response, and equipment maintenance.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintenance and Equipment: Maintenance of firefighting equipment and fire department property.
- Following Orders: Carrying out specific orders and directions received from senior officers.
- Emergency Response: Responds to emergencies, including but not limited to fires, rescues, public assistance, emergency medical, and hazardous material spills/leaks.
- Apparatus Operation: Drives and operates firefighting and emergency equipment as assigned.
- Fire Prevention & Public Education: Conduct fire prevention inspections and public education programs/activities as assigned.
- Reporting: Completes and submits various reports and records as required.
- Training: Attend on-duty training sessions and off-site training courses, as necessary.
- Equipment Maintenance: Maintains equipment following organizational policies and procedures.
- Safety: Responsible for workplace safety as outlined in the NS Occupational Health and Safety Act and organizational policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Other Duties: Other duties as assigned, as appropriate to the function and responsibilities of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
- Age: 19 years of age or older
- License: Nova Scotia Class 3 license (or equivalent from another province)
- Education: High School Completion Certificate or equivalent
- Background Checks: Must complete a criminal record check and vulnerable sector check (upon request)
- Driver's Abstract: Provide a driver's abstract (upon request)
- Legal Status: Legally entitled to work in Canada
- Communication: Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing (bilingual is an asset)
- Location: Must live within or be willing to move within 40 minutes of the fire hall (under normal driving conditions)
Required Certifications (or equivalents as reviewed by the Fire Chief):
- NFPA 1001 Level 1 Firefighter
- Incident Command System (ICS) Level 100
- Certificate pump course as per NFPA 1002 Standard on Fire Apparatus Driver Operator Professional Qualification
Preferred Qualifications
- Firefighter experience
- NFPA 1001 Level II Firefighter
- Additional education
- Trade apprenticeship or certification
- NFPA 1521, Standard for Fire Department Safety Officer Incident Safety
- Incident Command System (ICS) Level 200
Additional Information
Work Schedule: Required to work flexible hours and/or work on a 24-hour shift; availability to meet other department obligations outside the regular work schedule is required.
Physical/Environmental Demands: Physical work is required; must be capable of lifting, carrying, or performing any function needed at an emergency scene. Extended working periods without rest and sleep, and in extreme or hazardous conditions.
Compensation: Salary and benefits as per the collective agreement with Yarmouth Firefighters Association Local Union No. 2094.
Application Process:
- Applicants who meet all minimum qualifications must apply by forwarding a cover letter, resume, current First Aid and CPR Certificate (submit highest-level certificate), and relevant education/training certificates in a single PDF or Word document to jobs@townofyarmouth.ca.
- Do not attach Driver's Abstract or Criminal Records Check with the application; certified copies or originals will be required upon request.
Equity Statement: The Town of Yarmouth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and other racially visible people, persons with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.
Contact Details: 400 Main St., Yarmouth, NS B5A 1G2
(902) 742-2521
(902) 742-6244
admin@townofyarmouth.ca