Port Moody Volunteer Firefighters Association
Volunteer Applications are now CLOSED!
Please continue to review our website and social media outlets for updates on our future processes.
Port Moody Fire Rescue is recruiting Volunteer Firefighters. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to your community and gain valuable training and experience. Volunteer Firefighters are extensively trained according to NFPA Standards.
Volunteers compliment the Career Firefighters in response to fires, rescues, medical and other emergencies. They also contribute to the community as volunteers and participants in events such as the Penguin Plunge, Mayor's BBQ, Pancake Breakfast, CP Holiday Train and many other social and recreational occasions.
Volunteer Firefighters are expected to attend Wednesday evening practice sessions (19:00 to 21:00) as well as occasional weekend practices, and participate in community events.
Current opportunities
View current opportunities and learn how you can apply.
Please note that volunteer opportunities at Port Moody Fire Rescue will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory Police Information Check as well as a satisfactory Driver's Abstract and medical assessment (as per NFPA 1582).
Applicants must upload with their online application, documentation of:
- Proof of residence within 5 km of 150 Newport Drive
- A valid Class 5 BC Driver's License
- A recent driver's abstract (no older than 30 days)
- 19+ age minimum
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Further details regarding this process will be provided to shortlisted candidates after the closing date of this competition.
Required qualifications
- Must reside within 5km of 150 Newport Drive
- Canadian citizenship, Resident or Landed Immigrant status
- A valid Class 5 BC Driver's License
- A satisfactory recent driver's abstract
- Physically fit
- Minimum grade 12 education
Preferred qualifications
- Current Port Moody Residence
- Minimum OFA 1 (Includes CPR-A Adults)
- Class 3 with Air Endorsement
Selection process
The selection process will include background and medical checks, physical fitness evaluation, panel interview and a practical ride-along assessment process to select individuals to undergo training in firefighting and emergency response.
Recruitment schedule
Tentative Schedule (2023) | PROCESS COMPLETE |
Week of September 5th | Applications Open |
September 14th, 7:30pm-9:30pm | Open House Information Session (please wear comfortable clothing) |
October 1st | Applications Close 21:00 hrs |
October 2nd - 6th | Resume Screening (internal) |
October 21st | Physical Assessment |
October 30th Week | Panel Interviews Begin |
November 9th, 16th, 23rd, & 30th | Four Thursday Night Ride-Along (2 hrs each) |
December 2023 / January 2024 | Medical & Criminal Records Checks, HR Notified Successful Candidates |
February 2024 / March 2024 | Estimated Start Dates |
Specialized training
You'll receive specialized training with up-to-date firefighting and rescue tactics and strategies.
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