Firefighter – Windsor – 2026

The City of Windsor is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Firefighter within the Windsor Fire & Rescue Services. This role involves responding to a variety of emergencies, including fires, medical situations, and hazardous materials incidents, often in challenging conditions. Firefighters are expected to perform rescues, provide first aid, and maintain equipment and fire stations. The position is regular full-time, with a competitive salary ranging from $78,319.09 to $120,490.90 annually and requires a commitment to ongoing training and community engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responds to all types of weather and other less-than-ideal conditions to fire, rescue, hazardous materials emergencies, medical emergencies, motor vehicle accidents and other emergencies as assigned.
• Enters burning or contaminated buildings, structures and other areas to stabilize or control emergencies and/or perform rescues.
• Renders first aid, performs CPR and applies semi-automatic defibrillation.
• Performs clean-up of site, fire fighting apparatus and equipment as well as areas of the fire station.
• Assists in salvage operations, fire prevention inspections, public education.
• Must be able to lift various medical supplies, victims of unknown weight, tools, hoses, fire extinguishers and various firefighting equipment as required.
• Drives fire apparatus as assigned.
• Attends regular training sessions to practice existing and new firefighting skills and rescue methods.
• Attends court and conducts station tours; participates in public relations projects involving visits and demonstrations, fire equipment, apparatus and techniques.
• Be prepared at all times for the most demanding situations as they may arise.
• Performs Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have an Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency.
• Must complete a satisfactory medical assessment as outlined by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards 1582 for Fire Fighters.
• Must obtain a certificate indicating the successful completion of a Job Related Agility Test.
• Must successfully complete aptitude testing, physical testing and swim testing.
• At the time of application, the candidate must provide proof of a current, valid and lawful Class ‘D’ Driver’s License with a ‘Z’ endorsement.
• Must have a valid and current Standard First Aid & Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate or equivalent.
• Post-secondary education in firefighting or related fields is considered an asset.
• Experience in the medical field or construction industry is considered an asset.
• N.F.P.A. 1001 I & II certification would be considered an asset.

Additional Information:

• Rate of Pay: $78,319.09 - $120,490.90 annually.
• Hours of Work per Week: 42 hours.
• Posting Period: Monday, July 6, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. to Monday, September 21, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
• The City of Windsor is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workplace.