Firefighter - Probationary - Job Details
Job Opening Number: 107309
Job Requisition Number: 580
Number of Positions: 14
Job Type: Union
Job Code: Firefighter
Department: COMMUNITY SERVICES
Division: Fire & Emergency Services

Starting Salary: $74.096 per annum
Job Grade: 003
Job Status and Duration: Full Time (FT), Regular (R)
Hours of Work: 42 Hour work week
Location: Brampton Fire and Emergency Services Headquarters
Posting Date: October 6, 2026
Closing Date: October 26, 2026

Notice to Internal Applicants: To ensure your application is processed as internal, please submit your application using your City of Brampton work email address.
External and internal applicants are now being considered.

Are you interested in helping to build a safe community? If so, City of Brampton Fire and Emergency Services may be the right place for you....

Bring your talents and step into a firefighter career where serving our diverse community and the opportunities to make a difference are endless. Our Brampton Fire and Emergency Services team are driven by exceptional service delivery. As a member of our team, you will feel the pride of values-driven achievements and will experience life-long supportive relationships. Be a part of a quick-paced and rewarding environment where you can contribute to building a safe community, improving Emergency Response, Public Safety and Public Education for the citizens of Brampton.

In this highly visible role, you will:
Serve as a highly valued and respected member of the community;
Feel the excitement that comes with serving the community. Every shift has a different challenge or situation requiring a diverse set of skills;
Respond to all emergencies when called upon;
Combating fires;
Performing rescue operations and providing medical assistance in an emergency environment;
Handle routine maintenance of firefighting equipment/ department property;
Public fire safety education and inspect properties and equipment for fire hazards;
Handle state of the art apparatus and modern equipment;
Have the ability to help your community and network as an ambassador at charity and community events;
Participate in continuous learning to advance your knowledge and skills;
Be part of a culture that values the personal and professional growth and development; and
Perform other similar and related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or academic equivalent.
Minimum of 18 years of age or older
Legally entitled to work in Canada.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 Firefighter I & II and NFPA 1072 (NFPA 472) Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations certifications or equivalent as recognized by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) (must have proof of Pro Board or IFSAC).
Possess a valid and current Standard First Aid and CPR “C” certification
Possess a valid and unrestricted Ontario Class “D” driver’s license with a “Z” endorsement or equivalent (deemed equivalent by Ontario Ministry of Transportation) and a driving record that is acceptable to the City of Brampton.
Provide a satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening




Completion of the Ontario Fire Administration Candidate Testing Program Stage 2
OR
Completion of the York University Firefighter Fitness Testing
NFPA 1006 Certified in Surface Water Rescue – Level II (2013 Standard) or Operations Level (2021 Standard)
OR
Completion of OFAI Swim Test (as verified by possession of a current and valid certificate)
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, with the ability to convey information clearly, accurately, and professionally across a variety of situations and audiences.
Ability to work rotating 24-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, statutory holidays, and other scheduled shift assignments.
Demonstrated ability to swim proficiently and successfully complete the required swim assessment.
Candidates must meet the vision requirements established by NFPA 1582
Demonstrated ability to safely perform the intense and sustained physical activities associated with firefighting, including working in physically demanding and stressful environments.
The ability to attain certifications within 18 months from the date a conditional offer of employment

BENEFICIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
College diploma or university degree from a recognized and accredited post-secondary institution.
Commitment to volunteerism humanitarian, or community service.
Act with integrity, exercise sound judgment, solve complex problems, support continuous improvement, and consistently provide professional and respectful service to the community.
Accepts direction, work effectively within a team environment, establishes and maintains a positive professional relationships, and demonstrate compassion, respect, and empathy toward others.
Maintains confidence, professionalism, and composure when responding to stressful, challenging, or traumatic situations.
Demonstrate effective strategies for managing occupational stress, maintaining personal well-being, and supporting a healthy work-life balance.
Demonstrate resilience, tenacity, and perseverance when faced with difficult or changing circumstances, while maintaining a positive and solution-focused approach.
Previous experience working in customer service, public service, or other roles involving regular interaction with members of the public.
Trade apprenticeship or a minimum of one year of experience in a skilled trade recognized in Ontario.
Minimum of one year of previous experience as a volunteer, part-time, or full-time firefighter.
Minimum of one year of previous experience in an emergency services environment other than fire suppression.
Minimum of one year of experience operating large or heavy vehicles and/or heavy machinery.
Minimum of one year of experience as an elevator technician, fire alarm technician, fire and life safety technician, member of the military, or member of the Canadian Coast Guard.




National Lifeguard Certification: Possession of a current National Lifeguard (NL) certification.
Occupational Health and Safety: Completion of occupational health and safety training or certification, such as Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) Part 1 and Part 2 certification.
Possession of a current Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification.
Previous experience, training, and/or (Operations or Technician) certification in technical rescue disciplines, including water, ice, trench, rope, or confined space rescue, consistent with the competencies identified in NFPA 1006.
Previous experience in hazardous materials removal, environmental remediation, or private-sector disaster management, including chemical spills, environmental clean-up, mould, asbestos, biohazard, or contamination remediation.
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse communities (race, culture, ability, mental health, sexual orientation, faith, gender identity and all diverse identities)

What a Career at Brampton Fire Emergency Services can offer you:
Make a difference in the community
Receive advanced training and the latest technology in Fire Services

Starting Salary: $74.096 (Annual incremental increases over a four-year classification process: Classification Salary Range: $74,096 - $123,493 per annum 2026 rates)

Comprehensive benefits and Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement Plan

Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all minimum qualifications and certification requirements before submitting their application.

Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

Note: Getting a Criminal Records Check document from your local police department may take some time. You can start this process sooner but doing so is completely voluntary. Vulnerable sector checks must be produced in the city where the candidate’s primary residence is located and must be dated within six (6) months of the date an offer is extended

Additional Information
Interview: Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology.

Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate(s) will be required, as a condition of employment, to execute a written employment agreement. A criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate to verify the absence of a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted.

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📌 Firefighter - Probationary (Ontario)
🏢 Brampton
📍 Ontario