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Important Notes from Ontario Fire Administration Inc. You must have valid certificates for Stages One, Two, and Three to apply to the City of Waterloo. The closing date for this recruitment is December 9, 2016 at 1:00PM. The Ontario Fire Administration Inc. does not submit your certificates or application to the City of Waterloo. Each candidate is required to submit their application directly to the City of Waterloo with all the necessary requirements as per the instructions in their job posting. Their job posting can be found at: http://waterloo.recruitright.esolutionsgroup.ca/JobOpportunities.aspx?c=oa39HL8adWejTNKlR9Zy2AeQuAleQuAl&RadUrid=462d87d0-4469-4b78-a8f1-3da4ffa929a9&JobId=2189 Questions regarding the City of Waterloo recruitment process should be directed to Waterloo directly. Questions and information regarding the Ontario Fire Administration Inc. Candidate Testing Program and Certificates can be found on this website by clicking on the following links: Candidate Information - Stage Testing Process |
City of Waterloo-Probationary Firefighter
Position: Probationary Firefighter (2 Positions)
Status: Full Time
Competition Number: 16-71
Pay Band: Probationary Firefighter
Salary: $59,288
Division: Waterloo Fire Rescue
Department: Community Services
Work Location: Various
Open Date: Wednesday, November 30, 2016 3:00 PM
Closing Date: Friday, December 09, 2016 1:00 PM
Position Description:
The City of Waterloo is seeking two Probationary Firefighters to join the Waterloo Fire Rescue Team. Waterloo Fire Rescue is a diverse team of highly skilled and caring professionals who provide essential community based education, prevention and emergency response service that enhance public safety and quality of life. Applicants who are prepared to make a career commitment to community service, health and safety, and professional development are encouraged to apply to become a member of our diverse team.
Accountabilities:
- Perform fire suppression duties to extinguish and/or prevent fires to save life and property under emergency conditions
- Aid and provide emergency medical response, including performing rescue/extrication operations to prevent loss of life or further injury
- Operate all equipment including pumps, hoses, manual ladders, mechanical ladders, generators, and automobile extrication equipment
- Secure the emergency scene for the safety of the public and other firefighters
- Drive and operate any WFR vehicles in accordance with policy and the Highway Traffic Act
- Support the work team and allied agencies to maintain public safety
- Perform station, equipment and vehicle maintnenance
- Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other relevant legislation
- Comply with departmental policies, guidelines, and departmental rules and regulations
- Provide excellent customer service as well as being leaders in public fire safety education. Support fire prevention efforts by conducting demonstrations, public education, inspections and investigations
- Participate in training exercises and courses to continuously increase knowledge and skills to remain current
- Must be psychologically and physically prepared to respond to emergencies of any kind
- Other duties as may be required
Minimum Qualifications:
- Possess a valid Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI) Candidate Testing Service certificate including stages one, two and three
- Pre-Service Firefighter Education & Training Program Certification, OR,NFPA 1001 Firefighter I & II certified from an accredited program from a recognized institution, accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the Pro Board, OR, OFM curriculum components 1,2 and 3 with examination certificate with Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD –Grade 12) or academic equivalency
- Have a First Responder certificate and a CPR Level C certificate
- Speak, read and write English fluently, and communicate clearly and precisely under demanding, high-pressure
- Have unaided visual acuity of 20/30 uncorrected in each eye with colour, depth and peripheral vision.
- Possess a valid Ontario DZ driver’s licence at the time of application
- Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of application
- Legally entitled to work in Canada
- Free of any criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted
- Possess a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector screening
- Ability to work on rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays
- A genuine commitment and desire to serve the community and a strong work ethic
- Ability to perform strenuous physical labour within high risk and hazardous environments
- Strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of professionalism are required
- Ability to problem solve and handle pressure situations
- Must be able to work at heights or in a confined space as required
- Ability to take direction and work cooperatively in a team environment are valued attributes
Experience and qualifications that serve as an asset with your application can include:
- Current and signficant community service and volunteer involvement
- Formal academic credentials and experience related to workplace health and wellness
- Completion of higher-level medical training and experience
- Full or part time work experience in the areas of fire suppression, fire prevention, construction, trades, or mechanical
- Fluency in a second language or sign language
*Please be advised that appointment to any position and continued employment will be conditional upon your ability to pass a pre-employment medical examination, in addition to satisfactory reference checks, criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening and a driver’s abstract check.
Online Application Process:
Interested and qualified candidates must submit their resume, cover letter, Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI) Candidate Testing Service certification and copies of other relevant certification identified in this posting combined in one document through the online application process .
- When applying online, you will receive an email confirmation that your resume and cover letter has been successfully received. Please check your junk or spam folder if you do not see this confirmation email in your inbox.
- Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. For details of the recruitment timelines and process please visit our website
- Resumes and cover letters will only be accepted online. The City will not accept applications delivered in person or by mail.
- Applicants must possess all necessary certifications outlined in this posting at time of application. Applicants who are in the process of obtaining required certifications will not be considered.
- Applicants are responsible for all costs (i.e.: certificates, testing, travel, medical) throughout the recruitment process.
- Completion of the OFAI certificate does not guarantee applicants will move forward in the recruitment process.
- Firefighter recruitments attract a high volume of applicants, as a result the City is unable to respond to individual inquiries during or after the recruitment process. The City of Waterloo is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
