Firefighter – Probationary – Brampton – 2025

The City of Brampton is seeking dedicated individuals for the role of Firefighter – Probationary within its Community Services department. As a member of Brampton Fire and Emergency Services, you will play a key part in building a safe community through emergency response and public fire safety education.

This full-time, permanent position offers the chance to serve and protect the citizens of Brampton, work in a fast-paced environment, and be part of a team focused on exceptional service and ongoing professional development.

• Emergency Response: Respond to emergencies, performing fire and rescue operations and providing medical assistance in emergency environments.
• Community Engagement: Serve as a valued and respected member and ambassador at charity and community events.
• Public Education: Provide public fire safety education and promote fire prevention awareness.
• Equipment Maintenance: Conduct routine maintenance of firefighting equipment and department property.
• Professional Development: Participate in continuous learning and training to advance knowledge and skills.
• Teamwork: Work collaboratively within a team and contribute to a culture that values personal and professional growth.
• Other Duties: Perform other similar and related duties as assigned.

Basic Requirements:

• Age: At least 18 years old
• Legal Status: Legally eligible to work in Canada
• Education: Ontario Secondary School Diploma or academic equivalent
• Certification: NFPA 1001 - Fire Fighter I & II Certified (from an accredited institution or Fire Department, with Pro Board Seal or IFSAC)
• Testing: Successful completion of the Ontario Fire Administration-Candidate Testing Program (OFAI) Stage 1 and 2
  Completion of the Ontario Firefighter Fitness Testing and/or York University Firefighter Fitness Assessment may be considered comparable
• First Aid: Valid and current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Driver’s License: Valid and unrestricted Ontario class “D” driver’s license with “Z” air brake endorsement
• Driver’s Abstract: Required at conditional offer stage, dated within 30 days
• Police Record Check: Satisfactory check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Language: Ability to understand and communicate clearly in English, both oral and written, under stressful conditions
• Certifications: Ability to attain required certifications within 18 months from date of conditional offer of employment

• Education: Post-secondary education
• Additional Certification: NFPA Operations or Technician level certificates in relevant programs
• Trade Background: Trade apprenticeship or certification
• Physical Skills: Completion of OFAI Swim Test (current and valid certificate)
• Testing: Successful completion of OFAI Candidate Testing Program Stage 3
• Language Skills: Multi-lingual skills (ability to communicate in other languages)
• Community Knowledge: Knowledge of Brampton and its community
• Other Experience: Other emergency service experience

Salary: Starting at $71,568.60 per annum, with incremental increases over a four-year classification process. Classification salary range: $71,568.60 - $119,281.00 per annum.

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits and participation in the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement Plan.

Hours of Work: 24-hour shifts (0700 hrs to 0700 hrs the following day), rotating over a 28-day period, averaging 42 hours per week.

Application Process: Applicants must upload a single PDF document containing all obtained certifications at the time of application. Examples include Ontario Secondary School Diploma, NFPA 1001 certificates, OFAI certifications, and First Aid/CPR certificate.

Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria. A criminal record search will be required for successful candidates. Vulnerable sector checks must be produced in the city of primary residence and be dated within six months of an offer.

Important Deadlines: Posting closes November 18, 2025. Reference #106945.

Equity & Accessibility: The City of Brampton is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applicants may complete a voluntary self-identification survey. Alternate format requests for accessibility are available.

Communication: The City uses email for applicant communication. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide an updated email address and check it regularly for time-sensitive correspondence.