Career Firefighter — Prince George (2026)
- Salary
- Recruit: $6,848/month ($82,176 annualized), as advertised
- Closing date
- Nov 13, 2026
- Employment type
- Regular full-time
- Openings
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Job overview
- Prince George is accepting applications for an eligibility list of regular full-time career firefighters. The City’s live recruitment page lists November 13, 2026 as the updated deadline; the downloadable PDF retains the original October 30 date. A first recruit group could start in spring 2027, with actual starts based on staffing needs. Use the City page for the application form, one-PDF checklist and current submission instructions.
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Qualifications
Legal entitlement to work in Canada and high-school graduation are required. The package covers NFPA 1001 I and II, BC Class 3 with air brakes, first-aid credentials, driving history and police checks. Some qualifications may be in progress when applying; give completion dates. Class 3 must be obtained before interview, and all qualifications by the official offer. Out-of-province applicants must provide equivalency evidence where requested.
Recruitment process
Application review → online aptitude and psychometric testing → CPAT → interview → references → medical examination → eligibility list. Current dates: testing January 9, 2027; interviews February 8–26, 2027. CPAT must precede interview and be within the City’s validity window. Dates may change.
Plan your Prince George application
Read our independent hiring guide for salary, qualification deadlines, CPAT rules and a document checklist. Follow the City’s instructions for the actual application and assessment arrangements.
Applications close Nov 13, 2026. Confirm all requirements on the official posting before submitting.
Official source: Prince George Fire Rescue Service. Firefighter Academy provides preparation resources only and does not screen, hire, or process applications.
