Firefighter Application Process

Here’s what to expect from our recruitment process:

Applications will be accepted online for the Firefighter role during the posting period from September 11, 2018 to September 30, 2018.
To submit your application click here and apply during the posting period.
Only applications received online prior to the deadline (September 30, 2018) will be considered. You will be asked to complete an online questionnaire as part of your application. Once you have successfully submitted your application, you will receive a confirmation email informing you that your application has been received.

All applications are reviewed to determine which applicants will be invited to Step 3 of the process
Given the high volume of applications that are typically received for this position, only those applicants moving forward in the process will be contacted. If you are selected to move forward in the process, you will be contacted via email.

(Please be advised, the City of Brampton uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job competitions. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the Job Competition and your application will be removed from the Competition.)

Step 3: Recruitment Fair

Selected applicants will be invited to attend a one day Recruitment Fair event where you will have an opportunity to participate in a initial interview to assess your values and competencies in relation to our organization, department and the role.

The following documents will need to be presented when you attend the Recruitment Fair:

Up-to-date Resume (including your phone number and email)
1-piece of Photo ID
Proof of Education (copy of Official Transcripts or Diploma or Degree or Certificate/s)
Copies of your Pre-Service Firefighter Education & Training Program OR NFPA 1001 - Firefighter I & II Certification if completed
Copies of all other valid related Certifications/Diplomas
Copies of Valid and current First Aid and CPR Certificates
Three Employment References (with contact number & email address of your current manager/supervisor and/or previous manager/s)
Successful Completion - OAFC-CTS Test Certificate/s if completed
CTS - CANDIDATE ID Number
Valid Non-Probationary Ontario Class DZ Driver’s license if completed OR valid G license
Vulnerable Sector Check clearance issued by the RCMP or your local police service (must be valid within 6-months of the date of the Fire Recruitment Fair. The cost for the Vulnerable Sector Screening is the responsibility of the candidate.

Applicants who successfully complete Step 3 will proceed to Step 4.

Step 4: Panel Interview

Applicants who successfully complete Steps 1, 2 and 3 will be invited to participate in a panel interview to further assess their skills, abilities, values and competencies.
You may be asked to bring further documentation if required.
*** Applicants will be required to complete a declaration form advising of any relatives currently working for the City of Brampton.
(Note: Having a relative working for the City of Brampton does not disqualify an applicant from the recruitment process. However, in accordance with our Corporate Policy a conflict of interest evaluation must be undertaken prior to any offer of employment.)
Following the completion of the panel interview, the most qualified applicants will be selected to proceed to Step 5.

Step 5: Reference Checks

Applicants who proceed to Step 5 will be notified that the references they provided at the Recruitment Fair will be contacted. In addition, candidates will be asked to complete a Health and Safety Awareness Training via the Ministry of Labour’s website.

Step 6: Offer of Employment

Once all the conditions of employment have been satisfied an offer of employment will be extended.

Step 7: Employment Accepted

Applicants will accept and return the signed job offer letter to the City of Brampton within 7 days

Step 8: Training

All newly hired Firefighters will commence a 14 week training program at our location 129 Glidden Road, Brampton, Ontario

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma;
NFPA 1001 - Fire Fighter I & II Certified (proof of Pro Board Seal or IFSAC0) OR able to attain certification within 18 months from the date a conditional offer of employment has been extended.
Completion of the Ontario Fire Administration-Candidate Testing Program Stages One, Two and Three www.ofai.ca OR able to attain certification within 18 months from the date a conditional offer of employment has been extended
Ability to obtain DZ licence from the date a conditional offer of employment is extended
Valid and current First Aid and CPR Certificate;
Demonstrated community service involvement;
Dedication to customer service;
Learning mindset;
Critical thinking and adaptive problem solving; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
Ability to work in a team environment;
Multilingual skills are an asset.