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Employment Opportunity: Fire Department Operator

Employment opportunity

The Town of Wolfville is inviting applications for a full-time, permanent Fire Department Operator/Fleet Services. This role ensures the safe operation, maintenance, and reliability of the Wolfville Volunteer Fire Department’s vehicles, firefighting apparatus, and related equipment, as well as supporting the custodial requirements of the building.


You will work closely with the Fire Chief, and volunteer members to keep the fleet and fire station ready at all times as well as contribute to broader departmental readiness, from equipment inspections and repairs to supporting training and fire prevention programs. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your mechanical skills in a community-focused role that directly supports the safety and well-being of Wolfville and surrounding communities.


We are seeking candidates with firefighting or mechanical experience, a strong technical background, and the ability to maintain and repair vehicles and equipment. The ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities is essential; please tell us about your experience in similar roles in your cover letter.


Equity and Inclusion

The Town of Wolfville welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, Black and other racialized individuals, people with disabilities, newcomers to Canada, members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and others with diverse lived experiences.
If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Barb Shaw, Accessibility Adviser at 902-679-9124 or at bshaw@wolfville.ca.
We are committed to working with applicants to meet their needs.


How to Apply

Submit your application, including a cover letter and resume, by email to Laura Yaroshevska at lyaroshevska@wolfville.ca with Fire Department Operator/Fleet Services Application in the subject line. Or apply online at Indeed. A full job description can be viewed in the Related Documents section.


Applications will be accepted until 4pm on October 31, 2025.


We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.