The online application system can be found on the City of Kamloops’ Career Opportunities web page at Kamloops.ca/City-Hall/Career-Opportunities.

You must have a candidate profile in the system in order to apply for current job postings. Click the “View Current Opportunities” tab to create your online profile. From there, you can apply for the Firefighter job posting. Upload your resumé to your profile and attach all supporting documentation under the “Résumé Attachments” section.

No. Applications and resumés will only be accepted through the online process, as outlined in the job posting.

Yes. To thoroughly assess your application, we require a resumé outlining your skills, past work experience, and education. It is recommended that you copy and paste your resume into your online profile and attach a MS Word or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) file.

Yes. Copies of all of your documents and certifications must be uploaded in the “Résumé Attachments” section of your online profile on the recruitment page.

You will receive an email confirming that your online application was received. Please do not reply to this email. If you do not see your confirmation email, check your spam or junk folder in case your confirmation email was filtered there. Please do not call us to verify that your application was received unless you do not receive an email confirmation.

No. The posting will be removed from the site after the closing date. 

Yes. You can still apply if you hold a valid certificate (within one (1) year) in EMR, PCP, or ACP; a valid British Columbia EMA, PCP, ACP license will be required by the time the applicant is hired. It is the applicant's responsibility to update their candidate profile with the required license prior to being hired.

The recruitment process lasts several months. We do our best to condense testing into a short period for the convenience of applicants, but the rest of the process (i.e. interviews and selection decisions) will take place over several weeks.

Only those applicants selected to enter the recruitment process will be contacted. We will endeavour to keep you informed and up to date with information relevant to the status of your application. It is your responsibility to advise the City of any changes to your contact information or of any period when you will be unavailable. All correspondence with applicants will be done through email.

* Note: these dates are subject to change *

No. Unfortunately, the recruitment schedule is set, and we are unable to accommodate individual requests.

First round interviews will be conducted through VidCruiter which is an interview/video-recording platform. Candidates will be asked questions and provided two minutes to prepare their responses and two minutes to record their responses. Candidates will have from September 25, 2024 to September 29, 2024 at 11:59 pm to submit their responses.

Yes. However, be aware that you will be required to travel to Kamloops on separate occasions to attend testing and interviews. Any travel and/or relocation expenses are your responsibility.

No. but we encourage applications from both entry-level and experienced firefighters.

Due to the competitive nature of the selection process, we do not counsel or provide recommendations to potential applicants on how to increase their competitiveness. All requirements are set out in the job application process.

All applications are considered in accordance with the requirements of the position. Having any experience as a firefighter will enhance the applicant’s qualifications.

There are costs associated with participating in certain steps of the recruitment process. You only pay if you make it to each step in the process. Costs are as follows: 

Moderated Online Assessment (Written Test) - approximately $90 

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by our testing provider to register and pay to complete the required testing. 

Performance Testing (York Fitness) - $280.00 

Performance testing is conducted by Ascent Lifestyle Management Inc. The all-inclusive fee for the York Fitness testing is $280, paid via e-transfer to ascentlifestyle@shaw.ca before the scheduled day of testing. A $25 processing fee will be applied to those cancelling testing. 

Note that any fees received for a specific step in our process are non-refundable and will be required before you can participate in that step.

As a municipal organization, our department must be fiscally responsible for managing funds we receive through taxes. To ensure sufficient resources for emergency response services, the firefighter applicant testing procedure must run on a cost-recovery basis. This is standard procedure throughout the province(s).

The written test consists of multiple-choice questions. Testing will be conducted online between September 21 and 23, 2026, and the candidates will receive full instructions on the date of their test. The assessment will encompass verbal, numerical, spatial, and mechanical reasoning, as well as an English language test (literacy). To participate, it is highly recommended that candidates have a laptop or desktop computer and a good internet connection.

Please note that scores from written knowledge tests previously administered through a Kamloops Fire Rescue recruitment will not be allowed. Candidates will be required to complete a current written knowledge test.

The physical testing consists of tasks that are typical for a firefighter. These tasks are outlined on the Physical Fitness Test - Physician Consent Form that you must complete and submit with your application.

Candidates will have their vision and hearing tested if they make the final eligibility list. You are not required to provide us with your results from previous vision and hearing tests before this.

The purpose of this recruitment is to fill any vacancies that may arise in 2027 and 2028.

Unfortunately, due to the high number of applications received in the recruitment process, we are unable to provide applicants with individual feedback. If you are unsuccessful at any stage in the process, you will receive an email through our recruitment system. However, you are welcome to apply for future firefighter recruitments.

A driving record demonstrating safe and responsible behaviour is required for the firefighter position. While no one factor prevents an application from being considered, it is taken into consideration when reviewing a candidate’s application. Applicants who have more than six points in the last three years from the date of application are considered excessive and will be excluded from further consideration.

Yes, but it is your responsibility to provide proof of your licence equivalency.

Passing each stage of the testing process does not automatically merit an interview. Due to the high number of applications received, the testing process is used as a screening tool. The recruitment panel reviews each application, and only those with the strongest overall scores are selected for interviews. The number of candidates selected for interviews will also depend on Kamloops Fire Rescue’s expected hiring needs.

You must have proof that you have an appointment to complete the Class 3 or 1 when submitting your application, and you must provide a valid Class 3 or 1 with air brake endorsement prior to reaching the first interview stage (VidCruiter).

Unfortunately, not everyone who meets the required qualifications can be selected. The application process is highly competitive. We accept applications from people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and attributes. Applicants are measured on their ability to meet or exceed our standards and we strive to select the very best candidates.