Important Notes from Ontario Fire Administration Inc.You must have valid certificates for Stages One, Two, and Three to apply to the City of Kitchener. Ontario Fire Administration Inc. does not submit your certificates or application to the City of Kitchener. Each candidate is required to submit their application directly to the City of Kitchener with all the necessary requirements as per the instructions in their job posting. This posting closes on March 1, 2018 at 11:59 PM. Their job posting can be found at: https://www.kitchener.ca/en/employment-and-volunteering/current-opportunities.aspx Questions regarding Kitchener's recruitment process should be directed to the CIty of Kitchener. Questions and information regarding the Ontario Fire Administration Inc. Candidate Testing Program can be found on this website by clicking on the following links: Candidate Information - Stage Testing Process |
City of Kitchener-Probationary Firefighter
| Competition Number | KPFFA #1 |
| Position Title | Probationary Firefighter |
| Division | Fire |
| Union Affiliation | KPFFA |
| Job Status | Full Time Permanent |
| Posting Close Date | 3/1/2018 |
| Posting Close Time | 11:59 PM |
| Internal Posting Close Date | 3/1/2018 |
| Progress Status | Receiving Applicants |
The City of Kitchener's Fire Department is currently accepting resumes to establish a pool of qualified candidates for all vacancies for the position of Probationary Firefighter.
A career in firefighting is a demanding and respected profession that offers an opportunity to provide valued services to the public.
Kitchener Firefighters pride themselves in serving our community. They provide essential services through education, prevention and suppression.
Requirements:
- Must have NFPA 1001-Firefighter I & II from a recognized pre-service Firefighter Education and Training Program or from an accredited program from a recognized institution
- Must have successfully completed all three stages of the Ontario Fire Administration Inc. Candidate Testing Service prior to March 1, 2018
- Must have valid and current First Aid training equivalent to Emergency First Responder or Emergency Medical Responder and Health Care Provider CPR. Candidates must have the medical skills required to successfully pass the OFAI Stage Three Firefighter Technical Skills Medical Modality
- Must have an outstanding employment record
- Must have the ability to support and project values compatible with the organization
- Must have strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
- Must have the ability to deal with difficult individuals, in a courteous and effective manner
- Must be committed to work in a team environment
- Upon hire must provide proof of a valid Class "DZ" drivers license deemed acceptable by the City of Kitchener
Preference will be given to candidates with the following:
- Previous Firefighter experience
- Knowledge of firefighting equipment, terminology and practice
- Previous related work experience
- Demonstrated community service involvement
- Certified trade training or experience
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Other relevant specialized training/qualifications
Please Note:
- Employment is conditional upon the provision of a satisfactory and current Police Vulnerable Sector Check dated NO EARLIER THAN March 15, 2018. Any related costs are the sole responsibility of the applicant
- As part of the selection process candidates may be requested to submit to additional screening tests.
How to apply:
1. You must apply online
2. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed three (3) pages
3. To be considered your resume must be in the following format:
- Work Experience
- General Education
- Community Involvement or Volunteer Experience
- Fire Related Education and Related Courses
If you are motivated, compassionate, customer focused and interested in a challenging and rewarding career making a difference in our community, then this may be the opportunity for you. For details on how to apply, please visit www.kitchener.ca/employment.
Please note that as per Human Resources Policy #II-110, "Employment of Relatives of Staff Members and Elected Officials":
"The immediate relatives of staff of the Human Resources Division, all Directors, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, or the Chief Administrative Officer and Elected Officials shall not be employed by the City in any capacity.
The immediate relatives of all other Management personnel shall not be employed where such employment would be:
1. within the same Department in the case of permanent full-time, temporary full-time and part-time classifications.
2. within the same Division in the case of students."
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance. Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
