Probationary Firefighter

Salary Range: $74,140.00 To $74,140.00 Annually

Department and Commission:  Fire & Emergency Services, Office of the Chief Administrative Officer

Affiliation:  Markham Professional Fire Fighter Association (MPFFA)  Vacancy Type :
New position(s)  Posting Date:  October 12, 2026  Final date to receive applications:  November 1, 2026  Salary: $74,140/annually (2026 Rate)

About the City of Markham

The City of Markham is consistently ranked among Canada’s top municipal employers. In 2026, the City received its sixth consecutive Canada’s Best Employers recognition from Forbes and Statista Inc., placing third among municipalities and 15th overall in Government Services. An award-winning municipality, Markham is recognized for its leadership in sustainability, innovative urban planning, and strong fiscal management. Serving a diverse and growing community of more than 370,000 residents, Markham combines rich heritage with a vibrant local economy and offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, impactful work that helps strengthen the community we serve.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

NFPA Firefighter Certification (NFPA 1001 including Fire Fighter I & II) from a recognized board of accreditation (i.e. IFSAC or Pro Board)

Possess NFPA 1072 (Hazardous Material Operations)

All applicants will need to have the OFAI Stage 1, 2 and 3 current at time of application and agree to maintain validity for all certifications up to and including March 22, 2027 if selected to proceed to next steps.

Possess or be able to obtain within 6 months of date of hire, a valid Class “DZ” Ontario Driver's License

Possess Standard/Intermediate First Aid and CPR "C" HCP/ BLS certificates valid at time of application and agree to maintain validity up to and including March 22, 2027

Proof of immunization record indicating immunization for:
Mumps, Measles, Rubella, Polio, Diphtheria, Hepatitis B and Tetanus (to be provided if offer of employment is extended);

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 (to be provided if offer of employment is extended).

Have a minimum of an Ontario Secondary School (or equivalent) or higher level of education.

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.

Must be able to work on a rotating 24-hour shift schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Have prescribed normal unaided hearing.

Be criminal record free unless a pardon has been granted under the Criminal Records Act (Canada) and has not been revoked.

As a condition of employment, a satisfactory vulnerable sector screening will be required - cannot be dated earlier than 30 days from conditional offer of employment.

The right candidate may have some of the following:

Demonstrated experience in a fast-paced, stressful work environment

Community College diploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technician/Technology Program

Coaching/Teaching/Counselling/Recreation Leadership

Fluency in a second language, preferably one well-represented in the City of Markham

Firefighter Pre-Service Education & Training…