The City of Campbell River has 26 career firefighters, one Fire Prevention Officer, one grant-funded FireSmart Coordinator and an Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT). These career positions are supplemented by approximately 40 Paid-on-Call firefighters. They work out of two strategically positioned fire stations and responded to over 4800 calls in 2024.
Firefighting is not just a job. It's a career that is challenging, demanding and rewarding. Today’s firefighters must be skilled, competent and professional.
Firefighting is a learning process that never ends. The City of Campbell River firefighters undergo continuous in-service training. This ongoing education includes training on the latest developments in firefighting and rescue techniques. Firefighters are also focused on public education, promoting fire prevention and safety through community outreach.
In addition to frequent contact with the public, firefighters spend extended periods of time together. Whether it’s sharing routine maintenance duties at the station or providing back-up at the scene of an emergency, a firefighter must be able to work effectively as a member of a team. Equally important is the firefighter's capacity to assess a situation and act on their own initiative. Firefighters are frequently called upon to use their foresight, training and judgment to rescue others and protect themselves.
Throughout your career as a firefighter, your job-related duties and responsibilities will include the following:
- Fire Suppression
- Fire Prevention Inspections
- Rescues
- Medical Emergencies
- Hazardous Materials Incidents
- Fire Hall & Apparatus Maintenance
- Training Drills
- Pre-Fire Planning
- Public Fire Safety Education
- Operation of Fire Apparatus and Small Equipment
Successful applicants will be those who are:
- physically fit and well coordinated
- honest
- reliable
- motivated
- able to work well with others
- willing and able to learn and improve
- committed to serving the public