Firefighter – Brampton – 2026

The City of Brampton is seeking dedicated individuals for the position of Firefighter - Probationary. This role offers an opportunity to serve the community by providing essential emergency services, including fire suppression, rescue operations, and public safety education. As part of a dynamic and diverse team, firefighters will experience a fulfilling career dedicated to improving the safety and well-being of Brampton's citizens. Candidates should be ready to embrace the challenges of a fast-paced environment while contributing to the community's safety and emergency response initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Respond to all emergencies when called upon
• Combat fires and perform rescue operations
• Provide medical assistance in emergency situations
• Conduct routine maintenance of firefighting equipment and department property
• Engage in public fire safety education and inspect properties for fire hazards
• Utilize state-of-the-art apparatus and modern equipment
• Participate in charity and community events as an ambassador
• Engage in continuous learning to advance knowledge and skills
• Perform other similar and related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or academic equivalent
• Minimum age of 18 years
• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• NFPA 1001 Firefighter I & II and NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations certifications
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR "C" certification
• Valid and unrestricted Ontario Class “D” driver’s license with a “Z” endorsement
• Satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Completion of the Ontario Fire Administration Candidate Testing Program Stage 2 or York University Firefighter Fitness Testing
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English
• Ability to work rotating 24-hour shifts
• Demonstrated ability to swim proficiently
• Must meet vision requirements established by NFPA 1582
• Ability to perform intense physical activities associated with firefighting
• Ability to attain certifications within 18 months from the date of a conditional offer of employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• College diploma or university degree from a recognized institution
• Commitment to volunteerism or community service
• Previous experience in customer service or public service
• Trade apprenticeship or experience in a skilled trade recognized in Ontario
• Experience as a volunteer, part-time, or full-time firefighter
• Experience in an emergency services environment
• Experience operating large or heavy vehicles
• National Lifeguard Certification
• Emergency Medical Responder certification
• Experience in hazardous materials removal or environmental remediation
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse communities
• Multilingual skills

Additional Information:

• Starting Salary: $74,096 per annum (Annual incremental increases over a four-year classification process)
• Comprehensive benefits and Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement Plan
• Application deadline: October 26, 2026
• Interview process may include video conference technology
• Criminal record search will be required of the successful candidate