Probationary Fire Fighter – Oakville – 2025

The Town of Oakville is seeking new Probationary Fire Fighters to join the Oakville Fire Department. This is a permanent, full-time position within the department, offering the opportunity to protect life and property while serving the Oakville community.

Working as part of a dynamic team in an Incident Command System environment, Fire Fighters are responsible for emergency response, fire suppression, and public safety education. The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, strong teamwork, and a desire to serve the community.

Core Duties:

• Protect life and property through firefighting, emergency medical, and other emergency incident response.
• Perform duties in environments that require strenuous physical exertion and under potentially hazardous conditions.
• Provide excellent customer service to the public and act as a leader in public fire safety education.

Teamwork and Station Responsibilities:

• Work cooperatively as part of an effective and professional team.
• Live and work together in close quarters throughout 24-hour shifts, sharing routine tasks at the fire station.
• Support and assist other agencies and the public as required.

Professionalism and Communication:

• Maintain a high standard of professionalism and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Communicate effectively in high-pressure and stressful situations, both orally and in writing.

Education and Certification:

• Successfully completed NFPA 1001 - Fire Fighter I and II certified education and training program from an accredited institution or fire department.
• Possess valid Ontario Secondary School Diploma or academic equivalent.
• Possess valid and current Standard First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Successful completion of either the Lifesaving Society's Canadian Swim to Survive Standard or the OFAI swim test.

Licenses and Records:

• Valid and unrestricted Ontario class "D" driver’s license with a "Z" air brake endorsement.
• Driving record with fewer than 6 demerit points; applicants with 6 or more are ineligible.
• Satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (dated within the last 30 days at job offer stage).

OFAI Candidate Testing Service:

• Possess OFAI Candidate Testing Service Stage 1, 2, and 3 certificates as specified:
  • Stage One Firefighter Aptitude and Character Test (expired valid certificates accepted).
  • Stage Two Hearing Assessment (current and valid at posting closing date).
  • Stage Two Vision Assessment (current and valid at posting closing date).
  • Stage Two Encapsulated Treadmill Test (current and valid at posting closing date).
  • Stage Three Firefighter Physical Aptitude Test (FPAT) (current and valid at posting closing date).
  • Stage Three Firefighter Technical Skills Assessment (current and valid at posting closing date).

General Requirements:

• Ability to understand and communicate clearly in English under stressful conditions.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a professional team.
• Strong desire to serve the community and strong work ethic.

Education and Training:

• Post-secondary education.
• NFPA Operations or Technician Level Certificate in rope rescue, confined space rescue, water/ice rescue, hazmat response, or other relevant NFPA certifications.

Experience and Skills:

• Experience in fields related to emergency services (e.g., dispatch, volunteer or professional firefighter, paramedic, police, military, medical care, social services, skilled trades, heavy equipment operation).
• Multi-lingual skills (ability to communicate in additional languages).
• Trade apprenticeship or certification.
• Emergency Medical Responder certification.
• Other relevant specialized training, qualifications, or experience.

Community Involvement:

• Commitment to volunteerism and community involvement as demonstrated by experience volunteering in social/civil/community events and initiatives, non-profit organizations, counselling, and crisis intervention.

Salary: $72,964 (Probationary rate)

Position Details:

• Permanent, Full-Time (OPFFA)
• Position ID: 5080

Application Process:

• Applications must be received by 12:00 P.M. (Noon) on October 20, 2025.
• Submit your resume and cover letter together as one document online at www.oakville.ca in the employment section.
• After submission, you will receive an email confirmation. Check your junk/spam folder if not received within 24 hours.
• Applicants are responsible for all costs associated with the recruitment process (certificates, testing, travel, medical).
• Only applicants selected to move forward will be contacted; no updates provided for unsuccessful applicants.
• Applicants must have all required certifications prior to the closing date; those still in process are ineligible.
• Successful candidates must complete a satisfactory medical screening, including proof of specific vaccinations/immunizations (MMR, Tetanus/Diphtheria, Polio, Hepatitis B).

Work Location: Oakville Fire Department, 1225 Trafalgar Road, Oakville, ON L6H 0H3

Contact Information: Human Resources, 905-845-6601 (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST)

Equity Statement: This job profile reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the principal functions of the job. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Town of Oakville thanks all applicants for their interest.

Posting Date: September 26, 2025