The Township of Perth East is seeking applications for one (1) Volunteer Firefighter to join the Perth East Fire Department.

Milverton Fire Station.

Position Overview:

Firefighters respond to emergencies including fires, rescues, and medical calls, while participating in regular training and maintaining equipment and facilities. Firefighters work under the supervision of a Captain, the Deputy Station Chief, and the Station Chief. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, physically fit, dependable, able to work well in a team workplace, and meet all medical, background check, residency, and driver abstract requirements.

A one-year probationary period applies.

Position Requirements and Desirable Criteria:

- Possess a minimum “G” license.
- Ability to obtain a D.Z. license within one (1) year of hire.
- Carry a pager and be a part of an on-call rotation.
- Reside within a reasonable distance of the Fire Station.
- Vulnerable Sector Check is required (cost to be reimbursed by the Township upon submission of receipt).
- N.F.P.A 1001 / 1072 Certification would be an asset.
- First Aid/CPR Certification is preferred.




- Having day-time availability is desirable.

Click on this link - Fire Department - Township of Perth East to learn more about the Perth East Fire Department and the Municipality.

Application Deadline: Friday, October 30, 2026, at NOON

Anticipated Start Date: November 2026

We appreciate all responses and advice that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, and will be used of the purpose of candidate selection. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Applications are collected through our Applicant Tracking System which has AI capabilities. All AI capabilities are not utilized. Requests for accommodation can be sent to our Human Resources department at [email protected] or at (phone hidden) ext. 258.

📌 Volunteer Firefighter - Milverton Fire Station (Perth East)
🏢 Township of Perth East
📍 Perth East