Important Notes from Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI)
You must have valid certificates for Stages One, Two, Three and the swim test to apply to the Town of Oakville.
Swim tests are limited to the following date:
Friday January 31, 2020 at 1:00PM at Balmoral Recreation Centre 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 Oakville. Each candidate is required to submit their application directly to Oakville with all the necessary requirements, as per the instructions in their job posting. The recruitment information package can be found at:https://trr.tbe.taleo.net/trr01/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=TOWNOFOA&cws=43&rid=1929 The posting closes February 4, 2020 at 4:00PM. Questions regarding Town of Oakville's recruitment process should be directed to Oakville.
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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This job profile reflects the general details considered necessary to perform the principle functions and shall not be construed as an interpretation of all work requirements inherent in the job. Applicants are required to demonstrate in their applications and in the interview process that their qualifications for the position match those specified. Applicants may be required to undergo a skills assessment.
Salary Range: $68,435 (Probationary rate)
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Have successfully completed ONE of the following:
- Pre-service Fire Fighter education and training program certificate; or
- NFPA 1001-Fire Fighter I and II certified, education and training program from an accredited institution; or
- Two years experience as a municipal Fire Fighter in a municipal fire department; or
- Minimum 5 years continuous volunteer Fire Fighting experience in a municipal fire department
- Possess a valid Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI) Candidate Testing Service certificate and swim test certificate (see note below for details).
- Possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or academic equivalent. Possess valid and current Standard First Aid and CPR certificates.
- Possess a valid and unrestricted Ontario class “D” driver’s license with a “Z” air brake endorsement and a driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behaviour. Applicants with 6 or more demerit points are ineligible for consideration. A driver’s abstract will be required at the conditional offer stage and must be dated within the last 30 days from when requested.
- Possess a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening. Please note that successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check dated within the last 30 days as a condition of employment.
- Be able to understand and communicate clearly in English under stressful conditions, both oral and written.
- Have the ability to work cooperatively as a member of an effective and professional team.
- Have a strong desire to serve the community and a strong work ethic.
- University degree or college diploma.
- NFPA Operations or Technician Level Certificate in one or more of the following programs: rope rescue, confined space rescue, water/ice rescue, hazmat response.
- Fire Fighter experience (volunteer or professional). Please note: Successful candidates with full-time fire fighter experience may be eligible to participate in a shortened recruit training program.
- Fluency in languages other than English.
- Trade apprenticeship or certification.
- Working experience.
- Medical training or experience (i.e. Paramedic, Nursing etc).
- Emergency Medical Responder certification.
- Other relevant specialized training, qualifications or experience.
- Demonstrated community service and/or volunteer involvement.
- When applying online, you will receive an email confirmation that your resume and cover letter has been successfully received by the town. 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 by the town.
- Resumes and cover letters will only be accepted online. The town 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.
- Successful candidates will be required to successfully complete a medical screening that is satisfactory to the town including proof of the following vaccinations/immunizations: Red Measles, Mumps, Rubella (German Measles) commonly known as MMR; Tetanus/Diphtheria (must be current within 10 -12 years), Polio and Hepatitis B.
- Fire fighter recruitments attract a high volume of applicants. The town is unable to respond to individual inquiries during or after the recruitment process. Please do not call the town, Human Resources or Fire department. If you do have an inquiry, please email your inquiry to firerecruit@oakville.ca.
- Please visit the town’s website at www.oakville.ca to view Frequently Asked Questions and Key Dates.
The Town of Oakville is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Personal information collected from applications and resumes is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, and will be used to determine qualifications for employment. Questions about this collection of information should be directed to Human Resource Services, 1225 Trafalgar Road, Oakville, Ontario L6H 0H3.