Langley City, a community of 33,000 people positioned in a rapidly growing area is strategically located in
Metro Vancouver and has a vibrant community spirit and an inspiring vision of being “The Place to Be”
now and in the future. Langley City has all the amenities of any urban centre in very close proximity: great
shopping, 300 acres of parks, world-class educational institutions, and entertainment facilities. Easy
access to the USA, the Pacific Ocean and the vast Coastal Mountain range makes Langley City an
enviable place to live and work.
The City is seeking a regular full-time position of Fire Prevention Officer to work in the Langley Fire Rescue
Services Department. Under the overall direction of the Deputy Fire Chief, the Fire Prevention Officer
(FPO) ensures enforcement of municipal, provincial, and federal fire prevention codes, regulations, and
bylaws, and regularly inspects occupancy types in accordance with appropriate legislation. The FPO is
responsible for the development and delivery of a wide array of educational programs to the public and
staff. The FPO also conducts fire investigations, acts upon public complaints and inquiries and reviews
new construction plans of all applicable buildings. The FPO makes regular reports to the Deputy Fire Chief
on all matters related to fire inspections, investigations, and public education. The FPO responds to
emergencies as required.
Fire Prevention Officer
$71.49 per hour (2021 I.A.F.F. Rates) – 35 hours per week
Our comprehensive benefits package is included.
The successful candidate must have a valid and subsisting First Responder Level 3 with AED and
Spinal Endorsements. Firefighter Certification and experience in the field of fire prevention, building
trades experience, Post-Secondary Degree or other designation related to the fire service and
Certifications in the following: Fire Inspector, Fire Investigator, Fire & Life Safety Educator, Fire Service
Instructor, Plan Checking, or B.C. Building Code – Part 3, or an equivalent combination of training and
experience are desired. A valid and subsisting full-privilege Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence is required; a
Class 3 BC Driver’s License with air brake endorsement is desirable. Details of the position and its
requirements can be found in the job description at www.langleycity.ca/careers.
If you would like to join an innovative team committed to building a vibrant, healthy, and safe community
we invite you to apply. Visit www.langleycity.ca/careers to submit your application. Please include
your cover letter, resume, copies of required certifications, and a current Personal Driving
Record that has been obtained within six months of the closing date. (Please contact ICBC or the
driving authority where you reside.) The closing date is February 17, 2025.
Langley City appreciates the interest of all applicants. Only those under consideration will be contacted.
The City has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that is currently suspended. However, should the policy be
reinstated, it will be a requirement for all current and future employees.