Description
The Adjala-Tosorontio Fire Department relies on volunteer paid on call firefighters to staff our fire department. These individuals are committed to providing fire protection services in their local areas and the community at large. Volunteer firefighters play an important role in keeping our communities safe from fire and other hazards and provide important Public Education and Fire Prevention services. If you are dedicated and can commit the time, have excellent teamwork skills and good health and physical fitness then consider joining our team! The Township of Adjala-Tosorontio offers an opportunity to serve the community, prepare for career opportunities in fire services, and be part of a team that protects lives and property.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide fire protection services in local areas and the community at large
- Respond to emergencies including fires and other hazards
- Participate in public education and fire prevention services
- Attend and successfully complete all required training
- Protect lives and property through public education, prevention, and enforcement
- Work as part of a team of firefighters
- Attend training sessions and emergency calls as required by ATFD targets
Minimum Qualifications
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Reside within 8 kms of an ATFD Fire Station (Station 1: 6234 County Road 13, Everett ON; Station 2: 2821 Simcoe County Road 50, Loretto ON)
- Ability to provide a clean Vulnerable Sector Check upon hire
- Ability to provide successful completion of testing through Ontario Fire Administration Inc (OFAI) - Stage 1 and 3 upon hire
- Possess a valid G Ontario Drivers Licence, and ability to provide a clean driver's abstract upon hire
- Ability to meet and/or exceed ATFD targets for attending training and emergency calls
- Applicants must complete Stage 1/FACT and Stage 3/FPAT assessments. All fees associated with testing are the responsibility of the applicant.
Additional Information
Why Become a Volunteer Firefighter: Sense of community service and fulfillment, free training and certification for responding to emergencies, prepare for career opportunities in fire services, camaraderie with fellow firefighters and team building experience, keep you active with physical and mental challenges, protect lives and property through public education, prevention and enforcement, ability to help others in need and make a positive impact.
Recruitment Open House: Wednesday, July 23 at 7 P.M. - Station 1 located at 6234 County Road 13 in Everett. Monday, August 11 at 7 P.M. - Station 2 located at 2821 Regional Road 50 in Loretto. These events offer prospective applicants an opportunity to ask questions and learn more about ATFD and the hiring process, including the OFAI testing requirements. In addition to guided tours of the fire stations, attendees can speak with staff and volunteers.
Review the Recruitment Guide for eligibility requirements, details on the recruitment process, and the expectation of Volunteer/Paid On-Call Firefighters. If interested, complete the Application Form and submit to HR@adjtos.ca with resume and copies of NFPA certificates by August 18, 2025.
OFAI Pre-Testing Guides and Testing: Candidates must successfully complete job-specific testing through Ontario Fire Administration Inc (OFAI). The 2 assessments are Stage 3 – Firefighter Physical Aptitude Job-Related Tests (FPAT) and Stage 1 – Firefighter Aptitude and Character Test (FACT). Tests can be booked directly through OFAI using their testing calendar. Testing Location: GTAA Fire & Emergency Training Institute (FESTI), 2025 Courtney Dr. E., Mississauga. Contact OFAI for availability of testing dates at info@ofai.ca or 905-426-6756.
Contact: Carrie McGinty, HR Generalist, The Corporation of The Township of Adjala-Tosorontio. Toll-Free 855-534-5055, T. 705-434-5055, ext. 249, F. 705-434-5051.
Office Hours: Monday to Friday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Location: 7855 30 Sideroad, Alliston ON L9R 1V1.
Application deadline: August 18, 2025.
All fees associated with OFAI testing are the responsibility of the applicant.