Fire Fighter​/Primary Care Paramedic; PCP

About the City

The City of Yellowknife is an inclusive employer offering a dynamic and rewarding work environment that delivers valuable services to our residents. Working in Local Government provides many opportunities to develop your career and improve the lives of residents and visitors to Yellowknife. The City is committed to hiring a diverse and skilled workforce that is representative of the community, strengthening our ability to provide high‑quality services and excellent customer service.

The City of Yellowknife is also committed to reconciliation and to increasing the number of Indigenous peoples who work for the City. All qualified candidates are welcomed, and Indigenous persons are encouraged to self‑declare when submitting their applications.

• Perform fire suppression duties
• Provide emergency medical response and transport
• Conduct rescue and extrication operations
• Perform preventative maintenance on property, apparatus, and equipment
• Participate in scheduled training (high angle, rope rescue, ice rescue, vehicle rescue)
• Participate in fire inspections, public education, and life safety programs

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current Primary Care Paramedic license and registration from any Canadian jurisdiction (or equivalent)
• Successfully completed National Fire Protection Association Standard 1001 Level III
• Class 3 driver’s licence with airbrake endorsement, without current or pending suspensions
• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to be respectful and inclusive at all times
• The ability to work under potentially hazardous, physically, and psychologically demanding conditions
• Completion of NFPA 1002, 1072 Hazmat, 1006 Rescue, and 1051 Wildland qualifications are considered assets

The City of Yellowknife offers a starting salary of $83,631 per annum, along with a comprehensive advantages package that includes a defined benefit pension plan, monthly vacation travel and vehicle allowances, shift premiums, and relocation assistance.

Career progression is based on meeting minimum testing, technical and physical requirements:

• Class IV Firefighter – Pay Rate: $83,631 – 0 to 12 months municipal experience
• Class III Firefighter – Pay Rate: $89,207 – 12 to 24 months municipal experience
• Class II Firefighter – Pay Rate: $100,357 – 24 to 36 months municipal experience
• Class I Firefighter – Pay Rate: $111,508 – 36 to 48 months municipal experience

2023 rates are subject to negotiation.

Candidates with prior experience in a recognized fire service who previously held Fire Fighter Class 4, 3, 2, or 1 may be considered for class matching for salary purposes only, provided that they meet all qualifications and criteria required by the City.

For further information on the position or the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at  This position will remain open until filled. Please apply online through our website at  to submit your resume and copies of your PCP and NFPA 1001 Level 1 and Level 2 certifications.

Please note that the City of Yellowknife requires all prospective employees to provide a criminal records check, or a vulnerable sector check if applicable, prior to employment. We thank all applicants who apply, but advise that only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.