Mission is located on the unceded, ancestral, and shared territory of the Stó:lō Peoples, specifically on Leq’á:mel, Semá:th, Máthexwi, Kwantlen, Sq’éwlets, and Katzie traditional territories in the lower mainland of BC. Nestled on the southern coastal mountain slopes overlooking the lush Fraser River Valley, Mission is a rapidly growing and dynamic community of approximately 41,500 residents, 20 kilometers north of the US border and 70 kilometers east of Vancouver. Although Mission is part of a broader metropolitan area, it still maintains its distinct and welcoming small-town flavor.

We are currently recruitingsix (6) full-time career firefighters.

We are seeking individuals who are committed to maintaining a daily fitness regime and monitoring personal wellness as a lifestyle to ensure fire fighter safety and longevity. It is important that you have the strength, stamina and cardiovascular conditioning required to take on the physical challenges of this career. Integrity, ethical behavior and accountability must be part of your nature. Taking responsibility for and ownership of your actions is vital to success.

A career firefighter’s main function is to combat, extinguish and prevent fires to save life and property Firefighters also contribute to the community through fire and life safety education, fire inspections, rescue and medical aid.

If you are courageous, qualified, forthright and work well under pressure, a career in firefighting may be for you.

We thank all interested candidates; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Description

NATURE AND SCOPE OF WORK

This is skilled fire suppression and rescue work which involves combating,



extinguishing and preventing fires and the saving of life and property. A firefighter is responsible for: rapidly and efficiently performing various duties under emergency conditions frequently involving considerable hazard; routine cleaning, servicing and maintenance of fire department equipment, apparatus, and property; participating in programs such as fire inspections, public education and public relations; participate in the delivery of training and sharing of knowledge with other fire / rescue personnel, including paid-call members; cleaning, maintenance and minor repairs for fire hall buildings and grounds. Although specific orders, instructions and assignments are received from a superior, a firefighter exercises independent judgment and action in emergency situations where superior’s directions are not available or possible.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs fire suppression, rescue, hazmat, first aid and other related services.

As assigned, drivers operate all fire / rescue apparatus and equipment.

Participates in and maintains cleanliness, servicing and minor repairing of fire station, grounds, equipment, apparatus, turnout gear and uniforms as required.

Participates in training, drills, and practice sessions with career and paid-on-call personnel, as required.

Maintains up to date information and details with respect to location and accessibility of roads,



industrial and commercial buildings, hydrants and all other physical and geographical aspects of the community in order to effectively participate in pre-planning, fire suppression methods and public safety.

Prepares and maintains records and reports, issues permits and enforces applicable codes and bylaws, issues municipal tickets, efficiently enters data into various computer software programs, and performs all required clerical tasks relating to the work as required.

Receives and records emergency calls and dispatches proper apparatus as required.

As required, performs fire and life safety fire inspections in all types of structures, pre-incident planning and participates in public education programs and public relations events as required.

Participates on department / municipal projects or committees as required.

May assist in fire cause and origin investigations and write associated reports.

Constructs, maintains, operates and trains others in the use of training props as required.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

Considerable knowledge of:

Methods, techniques and theories used in suppressing and preventing fires, and related emergencies.

First aid and first responder medical practices.

Operations, policies, regulations and standard operating procedures of the Mission Fire Rescue Service.

Operation and maintenance of all fire fighting / rescue apparatus and equipment.

Applicable codes, standards and municipal bylaws relating to the fire and life safety inspections of buildings.

Building construction, wiring and hydr

📌 Firefighter (2026-01) (Mission)
🏢 City of Mission
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