Firefighter - Probationary

Job Opening Number:  107309

Job

Requisition Number:  580

Number of Positions:  14

Job Type:  Union

Job Code:  Firefighter

Department:  COMMUNITY SERVICES

Division:  Fire & Emergency Services

Starting Salary:  $74,096 per annum

Job Grade:  003

Job Status and Duration:  Full Time (FT), Regular (R)

Hours of Work:  42 Hour work week

Location:

Brampton Fire and Emergency Services Headquarters

Posting Date:  October 6, 2026

Closing Date:  October 26, 2026

Notice to Internal Applicants:  To ensure your application is processed as internal, please submit your application using your City of Brampton work email address.

External and internal applicants are now being considered.

Are you interested in helping to build a safe community? If so, City of Brampton Fire and Emergency Services may be the right place for you....

Bring your talents and step into a firefighter career where serving our diverse community and the opportunities to make a difference are endless. Our Brampton Fire and Emergency Services team are driven by exceptional service delivery. As a member of our team, you will feel the pride of values-driven achievements and will experience lifelong supportive relationships. Be a part of a fast-paced and rewarding environment where you can contribute to building a safe community, improving Emergency Response, Public Safety and Public Education for the citizens of Brampton.

In this highly visible role, you will:

Serve as a highly valued and respected member of the community;

Feel the excitement that comes with serving the community. Every shift has a different challenge or situation requiring a diverse set of skills;

Respond to all emergencies when called upon;

Combating fires;

Performing rescue operations and providing medical assistance in an emergency environment;

Handle routine maintenance of firefighting equipment/ department property;

Public fire safety education and inspect properties and equipment for fire hazards;

Handle state of the art apparatus and modern equipment;

Have the ability to help your community and network as an ambassador at charity and community events;

Participate in continuous learning to advance your knowledge and skills;

Be part of a culture that values the personal and professional growth and development; and

Perform other similar and related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or academic equivalent.

Minimum of 18 years of age or older

Legally entitled to work in Canada.

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 Firefighter I & II and NFPA 1072 (NFPA 472) Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations certifications or equivalent as recognized by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) (must have proof of Pro Board or IFSAC).

Possess a valid and current Standard First Aid and CPR "C" certification

Possess a valid and unrestricted Ontario Class “D” driver’s license with a “Z” endorsement or equivalent (deemed equivalent by Ontario Ministry of Transportation) and a driving record that is acceptable to the City of Brampton.

Provide a satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

Completion of the Ontario Fire Administration Candidate Testing Program Stage 2

OR

Completion of the York University Firefighter Fitness Testing

NFPA 1006 Certified in Surface Water Rescue – Level II (2013 Standard) or Operations Level (2021 Standard)

OR

Completion of OFAI Swim Test (as verified by possession of a current and valid certificate)

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, with the ability to convey information clearly, accurately, and professionally across a variety of situations and audiences.

Ability to work rotating 24-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, statutory holidays, and other scheduled shift assignments.

Demonstrated…