Probationary Firefighter - 2024

This job profile reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the primary functions of the job. This does not include all work requirements of the job.

The City of Welland is looking for new Probationary Firefighters to join Welland Fire and Emergency Services. As an equal opportunity employer, the City values all potential applicants, and encourages those in the BIPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+ or other under-represented demographics to consider an incredibly rewarding career with Welland Fire and Emergency Services.

Working in an Incident Command System, the Firefighter's role is to protect life and property through firefighting, emergency medical and other types of emergency incidents, often performed under conditions, which require strenuous physical exertion. Firefighters are also expected to provide excellent customer service as well as supporting all 3 lines of defense, being Public Education, Fire Safety Standards and Enforcement, and Emergency Response.

Firefighters are expected to maintain a high standard of professionalism, solve problems, work as part of a dynamic team and possess excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Teamwork is very important; Firefighters live and work together in close quarters throughout their 24-hour shift. This requires all team members to depend on each other to perform their duties successfully whether having to share routine tasks at the fire station, providing services at an emergency scene, or providing service assistance to other agencies and/or the public.

Minimum Qualifications:

• NFPA 1001-Firefighter I and II certification from the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board®).
• Possess valid Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI) Candidate Testing Service Stage 1, 2 and 3 and swim test certificates. Swim test certificates are not required to apply, but must be valid as of May 5, 2024 and remain valid through August 31, 2024.
• Possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or academic equivalent.
• Possess valid and current Standard First Aid and CPR C certificates. Higher levels of certification will also be accepted.
• Possess a valid and unrestricted Ontario class “D” driver's license with a “Z” air brake endorsement and a driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behaviour. Applicants with 6 or more demerit points are ineligible for consideration. A driver's abstract will be required at the conditional offer stage and will be run by the City.
• Possess a satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening. Please note that successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory police record check dated within the last 30 days as a condition of employment
• Be able to understand and communicate clearly in English under stressful conditions, both oral and written.
• The ability to work cooperatively as a member of an effective and professional team.
• Have a strong desire to serve the community and a strong work ethic.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

Preference may be given to those who possess any of the following:

• Two years experience as a municipal full-time Firefighter in a municipal fire department; or
• Minimum 3 years continuous volunteer Firefighting experience in a municipal fire department
• University degree or college diploma.
• NFPA 1072 or 1006 Certification and/or training at the Operations level or higher
• Firefighter experience (volunteer or career).
• Fluency in languages other than English.
• Trade apprenticeship or certification.
• Medical training or experience (i.e., Paramedic, Nursing etc.).
• Emergency Medical Responder certification.
• Other relevant specialized training, qualifications, or experience.
• Demonstrated community service and/or volunteer involvement.