Description
5th Class Probationary Firefighter
Job S tatus: Permanent Full-Time
Pay & Grade: $ 64,037 – $69,858 (202 5 rate) Annually
Hours of Work : 42 Hours per week
Initial location: Kitchener Fire Hall
Posting period: June 3 to June 1 6 , 2025 ( at 6:00pm)
Overview
Mandatory Application Format:
A career in firefighting is a demanding and respected profession that offers an opportunity to provide valued services to the public.
The City of Kitchener’s Fire Department is currently accepting resumes to establish a pool of qualified candidates for all vacancies for the position of 5 th Class Probationary Firefighter.
Kitchener Firefighters pride themselves in serving our community. They provide essential services through education, prevention and suppression.
Requirements
Group: KPFFA
Competition Number: 2025 - 198
Job Code: 6110
Number of positions: 8
Why work at the City of Kitchener
5th Class Probationary Firefighter
Job S tatus: Permanent Full-Time
Pay & Grade: $ 64,037 – $69,858 (202 5 rate) Annually
Hours of Work : 42 Hours per week
Initial location: Kitchener Fire Hall
Posting period: June 3 to June 1 6 , 2025 ( at 6:00pm)
Overview
Mandatory Application Format:
- You must apply online
- Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed three (3) pages
- To avoid disqualification, your resume must be in the following format and order:
- Work Experience
- General Education
- Community Involvement or Volunteer Experience
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Fire Related Education and Related Courses
A career in firefighting is a demanding and respected profession that offers an opportunity to provide valued services to the public.
The City of Kitchener’s Fire Department is currently accepting resumes to establish a pool of qualified candidates for all vacancies for the position of 5 th Class Probationary Firefighter.
Kitchener Firefighters pride themselves in serving our community. They provide essential services through education, prevention and suppression.
Requirements
- Valid MTO DZ class driver's license in good standing.
- Must provide Drivers Abstract at your own expense as a condition of employment.
- Employment is conditional upon the provision of a satisfactory and current Police Vulnerable Sector Check dated no earlier than 2 weeks before your start date. ( Any related costs are the sole responsibility of the applicant . )
- NFPA 1001-Firefighter I & II from a recognized pre-service Firefighter Education and Training Program or from an accredited program from a recognized institution .
- Successful completion of all three stages of the Ontario Fire Administration Inc. Candidate Testing Service prior to June 16 , 202 5 .
- Valid and current First Aid training equivalent to Emergency First Responder or Emergency Medical Responder and Health Care Provider CPR.
- Must have the ability to support and project values compatible with the organization .
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal and customer service skills .
- Possess the ability to deal with difficult individuals, in a courteous and effective manner .
- Commitment to working effectively in a team environment .
- Must have the ability to swim .
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Reliable with a good attitude and employment record.
- Previous Firefighter experience
- NFPA 1035 Fire and Life Safety Educator
- NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector
- OFAI Swim Test
- Valid Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) or other proof of competency
- Knowledge of firefighting equipment, terminology and practice
- Previous related work experience
- Demonstrated community service involvement
- Certified trade training or experience
- Strong mechanical aptitude
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Other relevant specialized training/qualifications
Group: KPFFA
Competition Number: 2025 - 198
Job Code: 6110
Number of positions: 8
Why work at the City of Kitchener
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