The Town of Yarmouth Fire Department is establishing a pool of qualified applicants for upcoming opportunities. All candidates who have applied since July 2025 will be placed in the pool automatically. The applicant pool will be reviewed in late January 2026.
About Yarmouth Fire Department
The Yarmouth Fire Department is dedicated to fire prevention and the protection of the citizens of Yarmouth. Our Town's Fire Department has a history dating back to 1837 and has been protecting and educating the Yarmouth population ever since. Steeped in a rich coastal history, we proudly protect our community well past the borders of the town.
We are a composite fire department consisting of volunteers and career firefighters. Ten staff members make up the career side, consisting of a chief, four platoon chiefs, four firefighters/engineers, and a fire inspector who serves as the third person on the engine as needed.
Firefighter/Engineer Position Summary
The Firefighter/Engineer position is an operational position within the Yarmouth Fire Department s team. It includes, but is not limited to:
- Drive fire apparatus and other emergency vehicles.
- Put out fires using water hoses, fire extinguishers, and water pumps.
- Find and rescue victims in burning buildings or other emergencies.
- Treat sick or injured people
- Prepare written reports on emergency incidents.
- Clean and maintain equipment.
- Conduct drills and physical fitness training.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintenance of firefighting equipment and fire department property
- Carrying out specific orders and directions received from senior officers.
- Responds to emergencies, including but not limited to fires, rescues, public assistance, emergency medical, and spills/leaks of hazardous materials.
- Drives and operates firefighting and emergency equipment as assigned.
- Conduct fire prevention inspections and public education programs/activities as assigned.
- Completes and submits various reports and records as required.
- Attend on-duty training sessions and off-site training courses, as necessary.
- Maintains equipment following organizational policies and procedures.
- Responsible for workplace safety as outlined in the NS Occupational Health and Safety Act and organizational policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Other duties as assigned, as appropriate to the function and responsibilities of the position.
Application Requirements
- 19 years of age or older
- Nova Scotia Class 3 license (or equivalent from another province)
- High School Completion Certificate or an equivalent
- Must complete a criminal record check as well as a vulnerable sector check (upon request)
- Provide a driver's abstract (upon request)
- Legally entitled to work in Canada
- Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing (bilingual is an asset)
- Must live within or be willing to move within 40 minutes of the fire hall (under normal driving conditions)
Required Certification (Or equivalents as reviewed and determined 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
Additional 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
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; therefore, the incumbent must be physically capable of lifting, carrying, or performing any function that may be needed at an emergency scene.
- Extended working periods without rest and sleep
- Extended working period in extreme and variable weather conditions and hazardous environments.
Compensation
Salary and benefits as per the collective agreement with Yarmouth Firefighters Association Local Union No. 2094.
Application Process
- Applicants who have met all the above minimum qualifications must apply by forwarding the following items in a single PDF or Word document to jobs@townofyarmouth.ca
- Cover Letter and resume
- Current First Aid and CPR Certificate (submit the highest-level certificate)
- Relevant education/training certificates
The Town of Yarmouth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotian's and other racially visible people, persons with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.
Please Note - do not attached Drivers Abstract, Criminal Records Check with the application. Certified copies or originals will be required upon request.