Firefighter – Mississauga – 2026

Mississauga Fire and Emergency Service (MFES) is seeking passionate and skilled individuals for the role of Firefighter. MFES is a dedicated team providing a wide range of emergency and non-emergency services to the residents, businesses, and visitors of the City of Mississauga. As a firefighter, you will join a dynamic team, engage in continuous learning, and play a crucial role in protecting life, property, and the environment.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community, participate in ongoing training, and work in a supportive, inclusive workplace. New hires will be assigned to the Operations section upon successful completion of training and can expect a rewarding career with competitive salary and benefits.

Emergency Response:

• Provide exceptional customer service as a respected member of the community.
• Respond to all emergencies including medical calls (patient care, medical aid, CPR, defibrillation), firefighting (deploy hoses, use equipment, operate vehicles), and various rescue operations (search and rescue, hazardous materials, water/ice rescue, rope rescue, elevator rescue, confined space, trench, machine rescue).

Maintenance and Prevention:

• Perform apparatus and station maintenance.
• Assess buildings for fire and life safety compliance, conduct pre-plans, tactical site assessments, and fire prevention activities.

Public Education and Community Engagement:

• Participate in the delivery of public education programs and attend events to promote fire safety awareness.
• Assist in a variety of non-emergency situations as needed.

Training and Compliance:

• Engage in continuous training and learning to advance knowledge and skills.
• Work in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and City of Mississauga policies and procedures.

• Minimum 18 years of age at time of application.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or academic equivalent (international credentials require recognized evaluation report).
• NFPA 1001 Firefighter I & II and NFPA 1072 (NFPA 472) Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations certifications or equivalent (Pro Board or IFSAC proof required).
• Valid and current Standard First Aid and CPR "C" certification (CPR BLS/HCP or higher accepted).
• Valid and unrestricted Ontario Class “D” driver’s license with “Z” endorsement or equivalent, and acceptable driving record.
• Provide a Level 3 Vulnerable Sector Screening acceptable to the City.
• Successful completion of interviews, medical and practical assessments, behavioural assessments, York University Firefighter fitness assessment, swim assessment, reference and background checks. Some assessments may be at the candidate’s expense.
• Effective English communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Excellent hearing without hearing aids.
• Ability to swim proficiently (must pass swim assessment).
• Meet vision requirements of NFPA 1582 (visual acuity, colour vision, binocular vision, peripheral vision, ocular health).
• Ability to handle intense and sustained physical effort.
• Willingness to work 24-hour shifts on a rotating basis (including weekends and holidays).

Customer Service and Interpersonal:

• Integrity, problem-solving, continuous improvement, and excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to accept direction, work in a team, establish relationships, and show empathy.
• Maintain composure during stressful situations.
• Skills for managing stress and work-life balance.
• Demonstrate perseverance and adaptability.

• College diploma or university degree in any discipline from an accredited institution.
• Volunteer, humanitarian, or community involvement experience of at least one year.
• Trade apprenticeship certification or a minimum of one year of experience in skilled trades recognized in Ontario.
• Minimum one year of previous experience as a volunteer, part-time, or full-time firefighter.
• Minimum one year of experience in emergency services other than fire suppression.
• Minimum one year of experience operating large/heavy vehicles or heavy machinery.
• Minimum one year of experience as an elevator technician, fire alarm technician, fire life safety technician, military, or coast guard.
• Possess National Lifeguard Services (NLS) certification.
• Fluent in a second language other than English and French.
• Occupational Health and Safety training and certification (e.g., JHSC part 1 and 2).
• Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification.
• Experience in customer service and/or public service roles.
• Experience competing at provincial, national, or professional athletic levels.
• Previous experience, training, and certification in technical rescue (water, ice, trench, rope, confined space rescue covered under NFPA 1006).
• HAZMAT removal or private disaster management experience (chemical spills, environmental clean-up, mold, asbestos, biohazard, contamination clean up).

Compensation:

• Hourly Rate/Salary: $68,690 - $114,483

Hours of Work:

• 42 hours per week, 24-hour shifts

Work Location:

• The Garry W Morden Centre

Application Fee:

• Non-refundable administration fee of $150+tax for all external candidates (to be paid prior to application submission; Order# required). Internal applicants are exempt.

Recruitment Process:

• Applicants will be invited to complete a self-identification survey (voluntary and confidential).
• Selected applicants will receive email instructions regarding next steps and assessment costs.

Other Details:

• MFES employs over 800 staff across four sections.
• The City of Mississauga is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process as per AODA and Ontario Human Rights Code (candidates requiring accommodation should submit the Accommodation Request Form via email).
• Closing Date: 04/17/2026
• Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
• All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.