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Probationary Firefighter Jobs in Markham, Ontario at City of Markham
Title: Probationary Firefighter
Company: City of Markham
Location: Markham, Ontario
The City of Markham is proud to be recognized for the 4 th consecutive year as one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes and Statista Inc. In 2024, the City of Markham is ranked the top city in Ontario and in the top 10 for Government Services. The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as well as our fiscal accountability. More than 357,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life.
You are applying for an entry-level position to join one of the most progressive and modern fire services in Canada. Markham Fire is dedicated to modernizing not only our service, but the industry, by reducing fires, investing in people and leading innovation.
We are currently accepting applications for the Probationary Firefighter position. Please apply on-line at www.markham.ca/careers . Kindly submit your resume, cover letter, certifications, licenses and other relevant documentation byMarch 17, 2024.Please note:
That only complete applications received online prior to the closing date will be considered. We are unable to update applications once submitted.
For your application to be considered complete, you must upload all required do cuments with NFPA Firefighter Certification as your first certificate.
For a certification to be considered valid, you must already have the certificate in hand. If you don’t have a required certificate, please do not indicate “yes”
An information session is scheduled for Tuesday March 5th, 2024 from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Markham Civic Centre – Council Chambers (101 Town Centre Blvd). Please enter through the Civic Centre entrance (where the flags are). Please email [email protected] to register for the information session (drop ins will be accepted)
Minimum Qualifications
NFPA Firefighter Certification (NFPA 1001 including Fire Fighter I & II) from a recognized board of accreditation (i.e. IFSAC or ProBoard).
Possess, or able to obtain and provide to the City before August 2, 2024, valid Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI) Candidate Testing Service certificates for Stages One, Two and Three. Please visit www.ofai.ca for more information. At a minimum, OFAI certifications currently held, need to be valid until September 8, 2024.
Possess or be able to obtain within 6 months of date of hire, a valid Class “DZ” Ontario Driver’s License.
Have a current immunization record for Mumps, Measles, Rubella, Polio, Diphtheria, Hepatitis B and Tetanus.
Must be able to work on a rotating 24-hour shift schedule, including weekends and holidays.
Be able to understand and communicate clearly in English, both oral and written.
Candidates must provide a driver’s abstract which should reflect less than 3 demerit points and no more than two infractions (maximum of one moving and one non-moving conviction). In order to be eligible for employment any demerit points must be within 12 months of being removed from the licence.
Have a minimum of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) or academic equivalent.
Be 18 years of age or older and legally entitled to work in Canada.
Be able to physically and mentally perform the duties of a firefighter, having regard for one’s own safety and the safety of members of the public.
Have prescribed normal unaided hearing…
