A Probationary Firefighter, working under the supervision of Officers, is responsible for working as part of a professional team; operating and maintaining firefighting apparatus, equipment, and fire stations; combating fires; performing rescue work; administering designated emergency medical procedures/aid; inspecting properties and equipment for fire hazards; participating in public education programs and continually upgrading skills, knowledge and physical requirements to current standards.

The Fire Department provides 24-hour a day, 7 days a week fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical assist services to the community. Firefighters are also involved in fire prevention, public fire safety education, fire apparatus and equipment maintenance, and fire station maintenance activities. Firefighters at the Town of Midland work shifts which necessitates working nights, through weekends and on holidays.

• As assigned, conducts firefighting/rescue activities at emergency scenes.
• Responds promptly and efficiently to alarms, obey the orders of the officer in charge, share in the work that is required at emergency scenes, around the fire stations and when otherwise on duty.
• Ability to demonstrate independence of judgement and action in circumstances of extreme emergency where referral to a superior for instruction is not possible.
• Assists and participates with in-service training as required through the Training Division, firefighting and rescue operations when responding to an emergency, and investigation and determining the cause of fires.
• As a shift member, assists with maintenance and custodial duties as required at the station.
• Assists with maintenance and testing of all vehicles and apparatus assigned to the shift, including but not limited to, salvage operations during and following any emergency, cleaning, checking replacement and readying of apparatus and equipment, and the daily operation of station and grounds to ensure proper order and condition.
• Completes routine duties in the maintenance of firefighting/rescue equipment and fire department property, carrying out of specific orders and directions as received from a superior officer in the normal course of maintenance duties and firefighting.
• Conducts and assists with fire department pre-planning as well as with Residential Home Inspections within the municipality as required.
• Ensures compliance with all Health and Safety matters in accordance with the Corporation of the Town of Midland's Health and Safety Manual and the Occupational Health and Safety Act Regulations. Ensures the Occupational Health and Safety procedures are strictly adhered to.
• Ensures the safe operation of all department equipment, fire station and other properties related to the daily operation of the department.
• Inspects property at the scene of a fire to prevent re-ignition.
• Performs such duties as required to further advance Public Information, Public Safety and Public Relations within the department, various maintenance tasks on apparatus and equipment.
• Reports directly to the shift Captain regarding activities within the department; the Fire Prevention Division on all observed fire/life safety matters.
• Responds with and has full care of firefighting/rescue apparatus to and from the scene of an emergency as both driver and pump operator.
• Responsible for rapidly and efficiently performing various duties under emergency conditions frequently involving considerable hazard.
• Responsible for the saving of life and property through the suppression and prevention of fires and by providing emergency and rescue services.
• Accepts and understands the responsibility of being a firefighter and shall perform to the best of their ability the duties assigned.
• Conducts themselves in a professional, compassionate, and sensitive manner, including refraining from using offensive statements or language at the emergency scene, in and around the fire stations and when on duty in public.
• Responsible for rapidly and efficiently performing various duties under emergency conditions, frequently involving considerable risk.
• Strong commitment to continuous training in fire suppression, prevention, and emergency aid procedures.

• Must be 18 years of age or older and be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Hold an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (O.S.S.D) or academic equivalent.
• Applicants must have successfully completed the Candidate Testing Services (CTS) with valid certificates for all stages; or a Valid York Firefighter Fitness Certificate with a valid Cooperative Personnel Services (CPS) Firefighter Entry-Level aptitude examination; or a valid Firefighter Occupational Assessment (CPAT) with a valid Cooperative Personnel Services (CPS) Firefighter Entry-Level aptitude examination throughout the recruitment period. For more information, please visit www.ofai.ca. (All costs associated with the test are the responsibility of the applicant).
• Possess the following International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC)/Pro Board and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) certificates:
  • IFSAC/Pro Board NFPA 1001, Level I and Level II Firefighter Training
  • IFSAC/Pro Board NFPA 1002, Driver Operator Certification or a certificate of achievement for completing a Pump Operators course
  • IFSAC/Pro Board NPFA 472, Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations; or
  • IFSAC/Pro Board NFPA 1072, Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Level C certification required. Completion of higher-level certification or E.M.S training is an asset.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid unrestricted Ontario Driver’s License minimum class DZ with a driver’s abstract deemed satisfactory by the Town of Midland required.
• Do not have any criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted.
• Specialized rescue courses are an asset.
• Ability to work shifts, including days/nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be fit and able to handle the sustained, intense physical and psychological effort required to perform duties of this position.
• Due to reasons of safety, facial hair (i.e., beards and sideburns) are not permitted as they may affect the integrity of the face piece seal of self-contained breathing apparatus.
• Demonstrated initiative, mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Agility and strength to do prolonged and arduous work under adverse conditions.
• Ability to react quickly and remain calm under duress and strain.
• Considerable knowledge of:
  • Modern firefighting techniques and fire prevention methods.
  • Municipal By-laws, Provincial and Federal Acts relative to the supervisory activities of the fire department.
  • Rules and regulations governing the fire department and operational guidelines of the department.
  • The municipality, including its demographics, major industries, elements, and hazardous occupancies.
  • Water systems and water mains within the municipality.
• Thorough knowledge of:
  • The operation of all apparatus and equipment and methods used in combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires and rescue activities.
  • First-aid, CPR, Defibrillation.
  • Vehicle/pump hydraulics.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive/confidential or confrontational topics.
• Demonstrated ability to build high levels of credibility within diverse work groups as well as the ability to develop productive partnerships with a range of stakeholders.

• Physical demand requires physical exertion (e.g. lifting and maneuvering firefighting equipment) as well as standing, sitting, and walking.
• Mental demands of first responder.
• Visual attention for detail and health and safety while on the job.

• Rotational shift based on average of 42-hour work week. Shifts are:
  • Current: trial 24-hour shift schedule based on a 28-day cycle.
  • As per Collective Agreement: 10-hour day shift or 14-hour night shift, or a schedule agreed upon.
• Normal working environment (Fire station) contains the usual risks or discomforts as well as working in hazardous environments such as fire calls, emergency situations and inspections.
• Work in all types of weather and environmental conditions. Calls can occur at all hours.