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Important Notes from Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI)
You must have valid certificates for Stages One, Two, Three and a swim test to apply to the City of Barrie.
Swim tests are limited to the following dates:
As each seating fills, we will add additional seats. For example, we are currently booking tests at 1:00PM. When these time slots are full, we will add additional seats. We are unable to schedule appointment times. It is first come, first served.
OFAI does not submit candidate certificates or applications to the City of Barrie. Each candidate is required to submit their application directly to the City of Barrie with all the necessary requirements, as per the instructions in their job posting. The job posting can be found at: https://www.barrie.ca/City%20Hall/Employment/Pages/Detail.aspx?job=1132
The posting closes April 17, 2019. Questions regarding the City of Barrie's recruitment process should be directed to Barrie.
Information about OFAI's Candidate Testing Program can be found by clicking on the following links:
To access our Frequently Asked Questions, visit www.ofai.ca/faq.
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Fire Fighter, 5th Class (Multiple Vacancies)
Posted: Monday, April 8, 2019
Job Number: FF-19-07
Job Type: Full Time Permanent - Union
Closing Date: April 17, 2019 11:55 PM
Choose Barrie
The City of Barrie is a vibrant, progressive and growing community with deep connections to our heritage, to nature and to the opportunities surrounding us.
Our community values quality of life; the ability to play year-round with 300 hectares of park space, our beautiful waterfront, our lively downtown core and the nearby hills, wetlands and forests. We also value connections; to our neighbours and the community, to our road and rail network, and to the opportunity Barrie provides to enjoy life.
Everything Barrie has to offer, from the water we drink to the roads we travel on, has one thing in common - municipal workers. Joining a municipality is one of the most rewarding, engaging and exciting careers you could choose. It is a career you can take pride in knowing that every day you make a positive impact on an entire community. We are one team, with one goal and we all work together to continue making our community great.
The Opportunity
Barrie Fire and Emergency Service (BFES) is a team of dedicated professionals delivering a vast array of emergency services to the citizens, business and visitors to Barrie. Originally organized in 1844, BFES has become one of the most respected fire services in Ontario, providing high-level service in: fire inspection/code enforcement, fire protection, technical rescue, training, communications, origin and cause investigations, and emergency management planning.
Working within the Barrie Fire and Emergency Service Department, you will be part of a dynamic team responsible for protecting the lives, well-being and property of the people of Barrie through dedication to life safety, commitment to community service and the preservation of the environment.
Located at one of the City’s five fire stations, you will be responsible for responding to fires, fire alarms, technical rescues, hazardous material incidents, medical emergencies, marine incidents and other emergencies. As a frontline member of the Barrie Fire and Emergency Services Department, you will play an integral role delivering fire protection services through public education, fire safety standards and enforcement, and emergency response.
Our Culture and Qualifications of the Job
Corporate Culture
- Your workplace values align with our corporate values of Strive, Share and Care and you want to join us in providing exceptional services and programs to build a prosperous, growing and sustainable community
Conditions of Employment
- Minimum of 18 years of age or older at the time of application
- Legally entitled to work for any employer in Canada
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level HCP Certificate
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Satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check:
- A Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check, at the candidate’s expense, is required to be submitted at the conditional employment offer stage and must be conducted no earlier than 30 days from the employment offer.
- Employment offers will only be made if the results of the candidate's checks, performed in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, are satisfactory.
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Valid Ontario Class "D" Driver's Licence with a "Z" endorsement and a clean driver’s abstract
- Candidates must provide confirmation of a valid and unrestricted Ontario Class ‘D’ Driver’s Licence with a ‘Z’ endorsement at the conditional employment offer stage.
- A driver’s abstract will be required at the conditional employment offer stage and must be dated no earlier than 30 days from the conditional offer date.
- Candidates must have a driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behavior and those with six or more demerit points are ineligible for consideration.
- Please do not include proof of your driver’s licence and abstract with your initial application
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Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI) Candidate Testing Services Certificate
- Candidates to provide confirmation of a valid Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI) Candidate Testing Services (CTS) Certificate, including Stage One, Two, Three, and the Swim Test certificates.
- Should a candidate not possess the required OFAI CTS Certificate at the time of application, as a condition of employment, the candidate will be required to obtain a valid OFAI CTS Certificate prior to start date, which will be scheduled by the Barrie Fire and Emergency Service Management Team and at the candidate’s expense.
- Should a candidate’s OFAI certificates expire prior to the employment offer, as a condition of employment, the candidate will be required to renew their certificates at the candidate’s expense.
Education (degree/diploma/certifications)
Minimum:
- Secondary School Diploma
- National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 Fire Fighter Level I and II certified from an accredited program from a recognized institution, accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the Pro Board
- National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 472 Hazardous Materials Awareness certified from an accredited program from a recognized institution, accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the Pro Board, or equivalent
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level HCP Certificates
Preferred:
- College Diploma or University Degree in any discipline recognized by an accredited association, organization, or institution
- Trade Certification in any discipline recognized by the Ontario Colleges of Trades
- Emergency Medical Care Assistant (EMCA) Designation
Experience
Minimum:
- Not Applicable. Please note that applicants with previous part-time or full-time fire fighter experience will be given first consideration
Preferred:
- Previous experience as a part-time or full-time fire fighter in a municipal fire department
- Previous experience in emergency services, construction, trades mechanical, large vehicle operation, and/or military (Please define if experience is part-time, full-time, or seasonal)
- Demonstrated community service involvement (Please define role and commitment level, such as weekly, monthly, yearly)
Knowledge/Skill/Ability
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General knowledge of the following legislation, regulations, or requirements:
- Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA);
- Ontario Highway Traffic Act;
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
- Ontario Human Rights Code;
- Workplace Safety Insurance Act;
- Electrical Safety Authority (ESA);
- Fire Protection and Prevention Act;
- Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA);
- Office of the Fire Marshal Guidelines;
- Fire Marshal’s Directives;
- Provincial Offences Act;
- Ontario Building Code Act (OBCA);
- Ontario Fire Code; and
- Barrie Professional Fire Fighters Association (BPFFA)
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Working knowledge of the following principles and standards:
- Fire Fighting terminology, principles and practices; and
- Firefighting equipment and apparatus such as hydraulic equipment, pumps, self-contained breathing apparatus, communications equipment, etc.
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Demonstrated ability to:
- maintain a high standard of public relations at all times
- perform in a manner which is consistent with corporate goals, vision, mission, and values
- work collaboratively in a group setting to achieve a desired objective, goal, or outcome
- shift back and forth between multiple activities while maintaining concentration
- exercise discretion and judgment when handling confidential, sensitive, and controversial information
- deal with difficult customers; diffuse emotionally-charged situations; and resolve customer issues in a diplomatic and professional manner
- exercise discretion and judgment in order to make sound decision under tight timelines or while managing multiple or conflicting priorities
- verbally communicate information and ideas in a manner that can be understood by others
- exert effort to lift, push, pull, or carry objects for long periods of time
- run, operate, maneuver, navigate, or drive vehicles or mechanized equipment
- Intermediate organizational, time management, administrative and written communications skills
- Intermediate analytical, problem solving, judgment, customer service, interpersonal, verbal communication, teamwork and leadership skills.
- Basic computer literacy utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
Other Important Information
Location:
Located at one of the City’s five fire stations:
- Station #1, 155 Dunlop Street West, Barrie, Ontario
- Station #2, 15 Bell Farm Road, Barrie, Ontario
- Station #3, 340 Big Bay Point Road, Barrie, Ontario
- Station #4, 250 Ardagh Road, Barrie, Ontario
- Station #5, 360 King Street, Barrie, Ontario
Hours:
The hours of work are an average of forty-two (42) hours per week, in accordance with the following repeating schedule [a week being the period of time from the Monday through to and including the Sunday]:
- Week 1: A shift of twenty-four (24) hours (8:00 a.m.- 8:00 a.m.) on the Monday and Thursday;
- Week 2: A shift of twenty-four (24) hours (8:00 a.m.- 8:00 a.m.) on the Friday and Sunday
- Week 3: A shift of twenty-four (24) hours (8:00 a.m.- 8:00 a.m.) on the Wednesday and Saturday; and
- Week 4: A shift of twenty-four (24) hours (8:00 a.m.- 8:00 a.m.) on the Tuesday only.
Wage:
This 5th Class Fire Fighter is within the BPFFA Bargaining Unit and has the following a 2019 pay range:
- Yearly Salary: $60,160
- Hourly Pay Rate: $27.54
Benefits:
This position includes a comprehensive union (BPFFA) benefit plan, including but not limited to extended health and dental coverage, life and accident insurance, paid vacation, sick leave plan, OMERS pension plan, discounted rate for City Fitness Memberships, and much more
Important Notes:
- Please carefully review the recruitment package before submitting your application. Incorrect or incomplete submissions will not be accepted.
- When applying online, you will receive an email confirmation that your application has been received. Please check your email junk or spam folder if you do not see this confirmation email in your inbox. The City of Barrie is not responsible for any application that may be delayed or lost electronically. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that the City of Barrie receives his/her application within the stipulated deadline.
- Applications and all required documentation will only be accepted online. The City of Barrie will not accept applications delivered in person or by mail.
- Applicants must possess all necessary certifications as outlined in the posting at the time of application, unless otherwise stated.
- Fire Fighter recruitments attract a high volume of applicants. Please do not phone the Human Resources Department or Barrie Fire and Emergency Service Department. If you require assistance with the application process, please email HRFire.Recruit@Barrie.ca and we will respond within two (2) business days.
- By submitting your application, you are authorizing the City of Barrie to contact the OFAI to verify your qualifications.
- For more information regarding this 2019 Fire Fighter recruitment, please visit our Fire Fighter Recruitment web page and review our Frequent Asked Questions document.
The Application Process
An application for the 2019 Fire Fighter Recruitment consists of the following documentation (saved in one PDF file). For ease of review, applicants must submit qualifications/documentation in the following order:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 Fire Fighter Level I and II certified from an accredited program from a recognized institution, accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the Pro Board
- National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 472 Hazardous Materials Awareness certified from an accredited program from a recognized institution, accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the Pro Board, or equivalent
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level HCP Certificates
- Proof of Education
- Professional Qualifications (Licences, certificates, etc.)
- Community Involvement
- Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI) Candidate Testing Services Certificate (Stage One, Two, Three and Swim Test) if valid and completed.
Please submit your application electronically by quoting FF-19-07 Fire Fighter, 5th Class (Multiple Vacancies) in the subject line (saved as one (1) PDF document) to the email HRFire.Recruit@Barrie.ca by Wednesday, April 17, 2019
The City of Barrie is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) for the purpose of candidate selection.
We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
