Fire Fighter​/Primary Care Paramedic; PCP

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 not only develop your career but also to improve the lives of residents and visitors to Yellowknife! At the City, the diverse backgrounds of our employees help us to create a positive, safe and fun environment for us all.

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 to residents. In addition, the City of Yellowknife is committed to reconciliation and implementing actions intended to increase the number of Indigenous peoples who work for the City. The City of Yellowknife welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and encourages Indigenous persons to self-declare when submitting their applications.

We are currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Fire Fighter/Primary Care Paramedic to join our Fire Division within the Protective Services Department.

The City of Yellowknife Fire Division is a dual service, providing both firefighting and paramedic services to the community. Some of the duties may include:

• Performs fire suppression duties
• Provides emergency medical response and transport
• Conducts rescue and extrication operations
• Performs preventative maintenance on property, apparatus, and equipment
• Participates in scheduled training (i.e. high angle, rope rescue, ice rescue, vehicle rescue)
• Participates in fire inspections, public education, and life safety programs.

Qualified applicants are required to have:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• A current Primary Care Paramedic license and registration from any Canadian jurisdiction (or equivalent)
• Successfully completed National Fire Protection Association standards 1001 level I & II
• A Class 3 driver's license with airbrake endorsement with no current or pending suspensions
• A 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 benefits package, including a defined benefit pension plan, monthly vacation travel and vehicle allowances, shift premiums, and relocation assistance.

Career progression 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, current salary rates are under 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:  to submit your resume and copies of your PCP and NFPA 1001 Level 1 & Level 2 certifications.

Please be advised that the City of Yellowknife requires all prospective employees to provide a criminal records check, or 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.