Apply for Firefighter/EMR- ᖃᑦᑎᕆᔨ/ᑐᐊᕕᕐᓇᖅᑐᓕᕆᔨ at CITY OF IQALUIT in Iqaluit, NU, CA. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth. The City of Iqaluit is looking for an experienced individual to join our growing team and city as a Firefighter / Emergency Medical Responder.

Title: Firefighter / EMRs Department: Emergency Services Status: Full-time, Permanent Salary: $42.40 per hour, with an average of 42 hours per week Settlement Allowance: $20,907.43 annually Union Status: Unionized Housing: No Staff Housing Available Closing Date: 25 Sept 2026 This employment opportunity is open to all applicants.

The Iqaluit Fire

Department is establishing a Firefighter Eligibility Pool. The number of firefighters hired from the Pool may differ as the number of vacancies available is based on attrition due to retirements and staff turnover.

Under the direction of the Chief Officers, the incumbent(s) will report to their immediate supervisor, and are responsible for fire/rescue response, pre-hospital emergency medical care, fire prevention, public education, fire inspection and other duties as assigned. The incumbent(s) will also be responsible for performing minor maintenance of apparatus, small equipment, building and grounds, and call taking / dispatching appropriate emergency and non-emergency personnel.

The successful candidate must possess good interpersonal skills, and the ability to work under stressful and emergency situations. The ability to communicate in Inuktitut or French is an asset.

The City of Iqaluit provides an excellent advantages package.

Required Qualifications





- Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Certification,
- Current CPR BLS,
- NFPA 1001 Fire fighter level I,
- NFPA 1001 Fire fighter Level II,
- NFPA 472 or 1072 Hazardous Materials Operations,
- Valid Class 3 Drivers License,
- Air brake endorsement,
- Canadian Citizenship or Landed Immigrant Status,
- Proof of Grade 12, equivalent or better,
- Driver’s Abstract reflective of no more than six points within the last three years,
- Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector (within last 6 months),
- Ability to operate communications equipment

Preferred Qualifications (equivalent or better)

- Post-secondary education completion,
- Apprenticeship or trade certification,
- PCP or ACP certification,
- NFPA 1002 Fire Apparatus Driver Operator (recommended),
- Proven ability to work in a team environment,
- Volunteer work in the community,
- Demonstrated experience as a firefighter,
- Knowledge of City of Iqaluit - geography, location of streets / addresses, major buildings and hazards,
- Skilled in operating and maintaining heavy equipment and/or commercial vehicles,
- Skilled in the use and operation of hand tools, power tools and portable equipment,
- Ability to operate communications equipment





The City of Iqaluit embraces the intent and spirit of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement. Priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit; Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility to receive consideration under this agreement.

We strongly encourage candidates to bring their unique strengths and skill sets to the application process. Our diversity strengthens us and improves our ability to serve our community.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

We are looking for individuals who are community-minded, skilled professionals, and trained to use the latest fire suppression technologies and rescue techniques. We seek candidates who are community minded, self-motivated, hardworking team players, committed to continuous improvement and learning, and strive for excellence in customer service.

ᐃᖃᑦ ᐅᑕᔨᐅᕙᓂ ᑭᓭᑕ… «[Large block of Inuktitut text omitted for brevity]… ᐱᔨᐊཌྷངབྷཎནགྷདཏः̂ṇ༜§

We are open to all applicants. The job handles four days on and four days off with two day and two night shifts. Dependability and flexibility are required and may be subject to overtime. The position also requires carrying a pager and the ability to respond to emergencies outside the normal shift schedule.

To be considered for an interview, all required certifications must be at time of application. The City of Iqaluit will require a Criminal Record Check and an acceptable Driver’s Abstract. The City of Iqaluit embraces the intent and spirit of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement. Priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit.

📌 Firefighter/EMR- ᖃᑦᑎᕆᔨ/ᑐᐊᕕᕐᓇᖅᑐᓕᕆᔨ at CITY OF IQALUIT
🏢 City of Iqaluit
📍 Iqaluit