Competition # 26-145
Status: Paid On-Call
Department: Fire Services
Closing: September 13, 2026

We strive for excellence as we deliver vital municipal services with innovation, accountability and efficiency to meet the needs of the community now and into the future. Be part of our story. Come grow with us!

POSITION OVERVIEW
The City of Maple Ridge Fire Department is committed to recruiting talented and motivated individuals who possess a high level of integrity and want to serve our community. We pride ourselves in creating a culture that is reflective of our diverse community. Paid-On-Call Firefighters devote their time and energy to the Maple Ridge Fire Department while maintaining their personal and work commitments. They strive to become role models that will develop into leaders within our organization and in our community.

This information outlines the minimum entrance requirements for the position of Paid-On-Call Firefighter in the Maple Ridge Fire Department. A position of Paid-On-Call Firefighter does not guarantee employment as a Career Firefighter with the Maple Ridge Fire Department.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
You must:

Be at least 18 years of age

Be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian Citizen, holders of a Permanent Resident Card, or Landed Immigrant)

Hold a valid Driver's license

Reside within Maple Ridge boundaries upon completion of recruit training

Have a minimum Grade 12 Completion (or equivalent GED)

INFORMATION CHECKLIST
You must submit with your application:

Resume & Cover letter

ICBC Driving Record

Copy of high school diploma or greater (e.g. college, technical or post-secondary degree)





ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IF SELECTED POST INTERVIEW STAGE

Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (the original embossed copy will be required if selected)

Medical clearance letter.

Anticipated Recruitment Timeline
Please be advised that you will receive an invitation for each step of the process if you are selected to move forward.

Wednesday August 26 at 18:30 hrs Information Night - Fire Hall #1
Wednesday September 2 at 18:30 hrs Information Night - Fire Hall #4
Wednesday September 23 Written Assessment - Fire Hall #1
Saturday October 10 Physicals or receipt of CPAT or equivalent
Various Days November 12,13, 16, 17 Potential Interviews

Anticipated start date mid January 2027

EQUITY STATEMENT
At the City of Maple Ridge, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive culture that actively values and embraces diversity. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is broadly reflective of the community we proudly serve. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting [email protected] .

WHAT WE OFFER YOU
The City of Maple Ridge is a great place to work with competitive compensation packages that include the Municipal Pension Plan, a strong employee wellness program and the opportunity for professional career growth and career development. If you want to help shape a growing community in a municipality that strives for service excellence, then this is the position for you.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

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📌 26-145 Paid On-Call Firefighter (POC) (British Columbia)
🏢 The City of Maple Ridge
📍 British Columbia