Probationary Firefighter

Probationary Firefighter - Candidate Pool

Posting Id
3140

Department
Community Services

Division
Fire Services

Starting Rate of Pay
$64, Annual

Job Type
Permanent Full Time

Employee Group
Fire 

Posting Type
Internal and External

Posting Date
10/16/2025

Application Deadline
11/13/2025

Description

Richmond Hill Fire and Emergency Services is developing a Candidate Pool to service its Firefighter hiring needs. If you meet the qualifications below, you are invited to submit your application online. Only candidates who submit their application with all the required documents in a single attachment will be considered for this opportunity.

Position Summary

Upon successful completion of a recruit training program, the successful candidate(s) will work under the supervision of a Company Officer and perform the following duties: fire ground operations, technical rescue, hazardous materials, emergency medical care, public education/relations, communications, pre-incident planning, fire safety inspections, administrative duties, fire station maintenance, fire apparatus and equipment operation and maintenance.

Qualifications

To be considered for a career as a Richmond Hill Firefighter you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be legally eligible to work in Canada
• Be actively involved in and serve your community
• Have a Grade 12 OSSD/OSSGD education diploma, or Ontario approved equivalent
• Possess NFPA 1001 Firefighter I and II certifications or grandfathering equivalent
• Provide proof of valid First Aid, CPR Level C from a recognized Organization/Provider
• Possess a valid unrestricted Ontario DZ Driver's License, or able to obtain one no later than six (6) months from date of hire
• Possess a satisfactory Ontario Driver's License Abstract, valid within 3 months of date of hire
• Communicate clearly and effectively in English (verbally and written)
• Demonstrate the City's corporate values of service, collaboration, care, and courage
• Possess superior interpersonal skills and the ability to work cooperatively as a member of an effective and professional team
• Possess the ability and willingness to follow instructions promptly

Preferred Skills/Knowledge

Preference will be given to candidates that possess all or some of the following additional qualifications:

• NFPA 1006, Standard for Technical Rescue Personnel
• NFPA 1035, Standard on Fire and Life Safety Educator
• NFPA 1031, Standard for Fire Inspector
• Completion of Primary Care Paramedic Program, or equivalent
• Completion of a post-secondary education degree or diploma in a related field
• Completion of a recognized trade certification
• Service in a paramilitary organization
• Considerable volunteer or career Firefighter work experience

Leadership Competencies

• Builds people and culture
  
• Cultivates open communication
  
• Demonstrates personal leadership
  
• Navigates and leads through complexity and change
  
• Shapes the future
  

Attention Internal Candidates:  All current City of Richmond Hill employees are required to apply via the 'View Jobs for Current Employees' link on the City's Careers Page.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

The City of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.

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