Probationary Firefighter – Newmarket – 2025

The Firefighter position works as a member of a crew to provide effective response to a variety of emergencies. The Firefighter also maintains and operates an assortment of equipment required to mitigate emergencies. The Firefighter operates under the supervision of a Fire Captain but must be able to operate with limited supervision depending on circumstances and will be assigned functions that require the Firefighter to exercise significant responsibility. Central York Fire Services is seeking candidates for the Probationary Firefighter position (Requisition #25-232) based in Newmarket, ON. This is a regular full-time, entry-level professional role within the Fire Services category. The position is part of a team committed to public safety and emergency response.

- Responds to fire emergencies and performs fire ground operations as part of an emergency response crew.
- Responds to emergency rescue incidents and performs rescue operations.
- May respond to hazardous materials incidents and performs operations to mitigate and control the incident.
- Responds to medical emergencies and performs emergency patient care.
- Operates and maintains fire apparatus, firefighting, and rescue equipment.
- Performs station duties to ensure that stations are clean and support the operation of the fire department.
- Performs public fire safety education and public education activities and participates in fire safety inspections.
- Performs administrative duties.
- Maintains professional competency.

- NFPA 1001 Fire Fighter Level I and II certified education and training program from an accredited institution
- Valid Certificates from the Ontario Fire Administration Candidate Testing Program for Stages One, Two, Three and Swim test at time of application
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada (must be either a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, landed immigrant, or hold a valid work permit)
- Must be able to understand and communicate clearly in verbal and written English
- Must have completed a minimum of grade 12 or equivalent as approved by the Ministry of Education
- Must have NO criminal record unless a pardon has been granted under the Criminal Record Act of Canada and has not been revoked
- Must possess a valid Ontario Drivers License Class 'D' with 'Z' endorsement at the time of application
- Possess a Standard First Aid certificate (minimum) or equivalent, maintained current throughout the recruitment process
- Possess a valid Basic Rescuer or Level “C” CPR certificate (minimum) or equivalent, maintained throughout the recruitment process
- Have prescribed 20/30, or better, uncorrected vision in each eye without corrective lenses, with colour vision, depth perception and peripheral vision that is safe for fire fighters.
- Have prescribed normal unaided hearing – hearing thresholds no greater than 30 decibels in each ear at 500 Hz, 1000 Hz and 2000 Hz, and no significant loss in higher frequencies
- Availability to work shifts that may vary (days, nights, weekends, statutory holidays). Ability to work extended hours when required as a result of emergency responses; Ability to work 24-hour shift schedule.

- Ontario Fire-Service Fire Fighter education and training program certificate
- Additional Education
- Fire Fighter Experience
- Trade apprenticeship or certification
- Working experience
- Additional Medical training or experience (i.e. paramedic, nursing)
- Other relevant training, qualifications or experience
- Demonstrated community service and/or volunteer involvement

Location: Multiple Central York Fire Services locations, Newmarket, ON
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Shift Type: All
Salary: As per CA $59,824 (start to 3 months); $65,262 - 2023 rate
Category: Fire Services
Career Level: Entry Level
Requisition #: 25-232
Date Posted By: 9/15/2025
Date Posting Closes: 10/3/2025
Application Process: Please review the attached Probationary Fire Fighter Recruitment package before applying online. Applicants who have met all the above minimum qualifications must include the following with their online application:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Copies of:
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C Certificate
- Ontario Fire Administration Inc. CTS certificates for Stage One, Two, Three and swim test (issued after successful completion of testing)
- Proof of education
- Driver’s Abstract, with proof of DZ endorsement, issued within 3 month period prior to date of application
- Vulnerable Sector Screening clearance issued by the RCMP or your local police service, issued within 6 month period prior to date of application
Note: Candidates selected to move beyond the application stage will be required to provide originals or certified copies.
Firefighter recruitments attract a high volume of applicants. CYFS is unable to respond to individual inquiries during or after the recruitment process. Please do not call the Towns of Newmarket or Aurora, Human Resources or Fire department.
If you experience difficulty with your online application, forward your enquiries to hr@newmarket.ca. We will endeavor to respond within 2 business days of receiving your written enquiry.
For further details, refer to the CYFS Recruitment Information Package 2025. Central York Fire Services and the Town of Newmarket are equal opportunity employers.