Peterborough Fire is hiring Firefighters!
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Link to the Hiring Process
Closes September 22, 2023
This hiring is intended to create a pool of candidates to draw from should a future vacancy occur.
Peterborough Fire Services provides emergency and support services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to the citizens of the community. There are 3 stations throughout the City, and we maintain a non-staffed Foam Tender at the airport. Peterborough Fire Services provides employment for approximately 100 staff that spread across prevention, administration, communications, suppression, public education and training.
A career as a Firefighter is both a demanding profession and a rewarding one. Peterborough Fire Services is made up of a team of skilled professionals committed to providing a superior level of emergency services, fire prevention and public education. We seek highly talented individuals who have a keen interest in serving the public.
Successful candidates will combat fires, perform rescue work, perform call taking and dispatching functions using computer aided dispatch and other applications, administer designated emergency medical procedures, conduct public education programs, inspect buildings for fire hazards, operate and maintain firefighting equipment and fire stations. Peterborough Fire Services employees are members of the Peterborough Professional Fire Fighters Association.
Pre-Requisite Requirements:
Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent (as certified by the Ontario Ministry of Education)
Valid Standard First Aid with Basic Life Support Certificate or Health Care Provider Certificate
Valid DZ Ontario Driver’s License with excellent Driver’s Abstract. The abstract will have no more than 4 demerit points in a single violation, OR, no more than a total of 5 demerit points, which is obtained at the time of offer of employment, along with proof of DZ license.
Pleasure Craft License
Excellent hearing without having to use artificial aids. Hearing Test to OFAI Standard
Visual requirements in accordance with NFPA 1582
Willing and able to work 24-hour shifts (days, nights, weekends, and holidays)
Legally eligible to work in Canada
Have no criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted
Application Requirements:
Completion of Pre-Service Fire Fighter Education Training Program at an OFM Endorsed Community College and/or NFPA 1001 Level I & II
Valid Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI) Candidate Service (CTS) Certificates for Stage One, Stage Two and Stage Three. For more information, please visit www.ofai.ca.
Successful completion of OFAI swim test.
Applications will be accepted via our online application process until 12:00 p.m. on Friday, September 22, 2023. Please upload 1 file when attaching documents.
For additional information, please review the Firefighter Recruitment page.
The City of Peterborough is an organization that strives to embrace the spirit of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment in which all individuals have access to the City's goods, services and facilities. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise the People and Culture Division if you require an accommodation. The personal information submitted for employment is collected under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. We thank you for your application but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Peterborough Hiring Process:
Step 1: OFAI
The City of Peterborough will be utilizing the services of Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI) Candidate Testing. We will only accept applicants who have received certification from OFAI (Stages One through Three). Please visit their website at www.ofai.ca for more information.
You will also be required to complete the OFAI swim test.
Step 2:
Candidates will submit an online application with 1 attachment which includes cover letter, resume and OFAI CTS Certificate which details their education, experience and level of training in the following:
Auto Extrication
Confined Space
Water/Ice Rescue
Swift Water Rescue
Rope Rescue
Breathing Apparatus
Pumper Operations
Critical Incident Stress Management
Hazardous Materials
Radio and computer aided dispatch
Note Taking
Valid Standard First Aid with Basic Life Support Certificate or Health Care Provider Certificate
Work Experience related to Fire Service including:
Skilled Trades
Heavy Duty Equipment Operation
Building Construction
Emergency Vehicle Operation
Electrical
Plumbing
Previous Municipal/Industrial Firefighter Experience (including volunteer)
Paramedical
Mechanical
Volunteer Experience in Emergency Services field
Community involvement and commitment to serving the public and demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development
Knowledge and understanding of different cultures and fluency in a language(s) other than English
Strong leadership, administrative, interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient in use of computers including keyboarding skills and familiarity with computer aided dispatch processes
Note: Proof of certificates/diplomas will be requested at the time of the interview.
You will need to attach 1 file which includes your cover letter, resume and OFAI CTS Certificate to the online application.
Step 3:
Candidates will be selected for interviews following the screening of the resumes.
Interviews will be conducted in a panel format. The interview is designed to test not only the candidate’s technical knowledge and abilities, but also to allow Fire Services and City of Peterborough, People and Culture Division to assess the candidate’s overall suitability for the position.
Candidates must be prepared to submit the following:
Proof of successful completion of a Pre-Service Firefighter Education Training Program at an OFM Endorsed Community College and/or NFPA 1001 level I & II
Proof of completion of Ontario Fire Association Inc (OFAI) Candidate Testing (CTS) – Full Certificates comprising of Stages One Through Three. *
Proof of completion of OFAI swim test
Grade 12 or equivalent as approved by the Ministry of Education
Valid Standard First Aid with Basic Life Support Certificate or Health Care Provider Certificate
3 Current Work References
The City of Peterborough’s policies & procedures support employees with disabilities in accordance with relevant legislation. If you require an accommodation for the interview process, please advise the People and Culture Division when you are contacted for an interview. They will work with you to determine how best to accommodate you.
Step 4
After the completion of checking references, job offers will be coordinated by the People and Culture Division. Upon offer of employment, candidates must provide:
Driver’s License Abstract – with no more than 4 demerit points in a single violation, OR no more than a total of 5 demerit points, which is obtained at the time of offer of employment, along with proof of DZ license.
Clean Criminal Reference Clearance Check with vulnerable sector check – current at the time of offer of employment.
Step 5
The probationary period is twelve (12) months. As probationary firefighters you will be required to successfully pass written and practical examinations in addition to physical and mental challenges as part of the probationary assessment process. The probationary period will also include ongoing assessment of new recruits in the performance of their day-to-day job duties.