Job prospects Industrial Firefighter in the Fredericton–Oromocto

We were not able to determine labour market conditions for Firefighters in the Fredericton–Oromocto over the past few years (2021-2023) because of low employment levels in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be good for Firefighters (NOC 42101) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• While firefighter certification is not mandatory in New Brunswick, employers will generally require that candidates complete the New Brunswick Firefighter Certification Program and/or a college program in fire protection technology. A period of supervised practical training is also usually required.
• Candidates must pass approved physical abilities exams. Other requirements that are typical include certification as a Medical First Responder and certification in hazardous materials response.
• Additional training is generally provided by the employer and varies depending on the requirements of individual fire departments or services.
• Valid New Brunswick Driver's License Class 3E with Air Brake endorsement or equivalency is required.
• Candidates must undergo both a criminal record and a vulnerable sector check.

Here are some key facts about Firefighters in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

• Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Firefighters mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 72%
  • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 28%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology