Firefighter Career

At the City of Abbotsford our people are our greatest asset. We offer a wide range of diverse stimulating and rewarding career opportunities that support and recognize high levels of Abbotsford we work strongly to create a challenging and rewarding environment for our employees to thrive. We invite you to become part of a place that has strong corporate and organizational values rewarding career paths challenging opportunities and an engaging and dynamic team to work with.

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Do you want to join an organization that is constantly evolving to meet the ongoing economic and social diversity of a thriving community A career in firefighting provides both a challenging and rewarding experience.

As part of our 2025/2026Career Firefighter recruitment Abbotsford Fire Rescue Service is seeking to fill numerousfull-time firefighter vacancies.

Firefighters are highly trained professionals skilled in firefighting rescue operations hazardous material training medical emergencies motor vehicle accidents and other specialized services. Abbotsford Fire Rescue Service firefighters have the opportunity to develop their skills in specialty areas including:

• Swift water rescue
• Vehicle rescue
• High-angle rescue
• Hazardous materials response

To be considered for this opportunity you must possess:

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
• NFPA 1001 Level 2 with Hazmat Operations
• Current First Responder Level 3 license or greater inclusive of Spinal Endorsement and AED. (EMR or PCP Licensing)
• Valid Class 3 B.C. Drivers Licence with Airbrake endorsement.
• A commitment to volunteerism community involvement personal and professional development.
• Superior interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent public relations team building and organization skills.

The hourly rate of pay is from $37.54 per hour.

The City of Abbotsford offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

If you possess the skills knowledge experience and drive to be a part of an integral team complete an online application form with a cover letter resume and any supporting documentation at be advised that in order to be considered for this position it is mandatory to upload the required certifications and an up to date drivers abstract with your application before the closing date. If you are unable to meet this deadline we will be unable toproceed with your application.

Please note that we require the original drivers abstract document and as it contains personal information that is not required for our purposes you can omit that information out.

Posting closes October 24 2025. Note applications can only be submitted online at City of Abbotsford Fire Rescue Service appreciates all applications; however only short-listed candidates will be contacted via email to proceed to the next stage.

AFRS Career Firefighter Hiring Process (2025-2026)

The recruitment process for the Abbotsford Fire Rescue Service has been broken down into eight (8) different stages.

• Stage 1 - Application Accepted
• Stage 2 - Written Exam (November 7-9 2025 ONLINE)
• Stage 3 - Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) (November 29 2025)
• Stage 4 Occupational Skills Assessment Day 1 (November 30 2025)
  • Swim Beep Test and Skill Stations (Aerial Climb 35 ft. ladder raise and Mechanical Aptitude)
• Stage 5 - Occupational Skills Assessment Day 2 (December 13 2025)
  • Interview Presentation Skills Stations.
• Stage 6 - Reference Checks Police Information Checks & Vulnerable Sector Search (December 14 2025 - January 9 2026)
• Stage 7 - Pre-Employment Medicals (January 12-28 2026)
• Stage 8 - Fire Chief Interview (February 5-6 2026)

All dates are tentative and may be slightly adjusted throughout the process. Please note: due to the volume of applicants we will be unable to adjust the dates and times of the stages for all candidates.

Estimated Start Date is Spring 2026.

Only successful applicants at each stage will be notified during the process if they will be moving on to the next stage via email. It is the candidates responsibility to ensure email addresses are valid and up-to-date and computer firewalls/security is set up to accept emails from the City. It is the candidates responsibility to check emails on a regular basis as there are deadlines issued for scheduling. All testing stages are in person and cannot be faxed emailed or taken online.

Please note: You should receive a confirmation email once you have successfully applied for this position. If you do not please contact the Njoyn Help Desk at or 1- Monday to Friday 8 am to 8 pm (EST).