Job Status and Duration: Full Time (FT), Regular (R)
Hours of Work: 42 Hour work week
Location: Brampton Fire and Emergency Services Headquarters
External and internal applicants are now being considered.
My Community. My Lifestyle. My Career.
Firefighter Opportunity
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 fast-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 qualified 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 pro
📌 Firefighter - Probationary (Brampton)
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