Probationary Firefighter

City of Woodstock • Woodstock, ON

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Woodstock is seeking two (2) Probationary Firefighters for its Fire Suppression Division. Woodstock, known as the Friendly City, is located in the heart of Oxford County, offering a blend of big city conveniences and a small-town feel. With a growing population of over 45,000, residents value the small-town atmosphere while enjoying urban amenities, parks, trails, and cultural facilities. Strategically located at the crossroads of highways 401 and 403, Woodstock boasts a thriving manufacturing sector and opportunities in agriculture, education, and healthcare, with convenient access across Southwestern Ontario. Working for the City of Woodstock means joining an incredible team dedicated to building a strong, connected community and enjoying a relaxed lifestyle. The organization offers rewarding careers, competitive wages, a Defined Contribution Benefit Pension Plan (OMERS) with matched employee contributions, and training opportunities.

Requirements

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Possess a valid DZ Driver’s Licence.
• Possess an Ontario High School Graduation Diploma or equivalent.
• Be certified as a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 Fire Fighter I and II from an accredited program at a recognized institution, and accredited by the International Fire Services Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or Pro Board (must be complete with seals).
• Possess a valid and current (within 3 years) Standard First Aid certificate and a valid ‘Basic Rescuer’ Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate (Level C) or better. Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification would be an asset.
• Possess valid and current Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OAFI) Candidate Testing Service (CTS) certificates for Stage One, Stage Two. Stage Three is not required.
• Must be able to meet screening requirements including, but not limited to, a Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Must be physically capable of performing all essential duties of a firefighter.
• Proof of immunization of Red Measles, Mumps, Rubella (German Measles), Tetanus/Diphtheria (within the last 10-12 years), Hepatitis B, and COVID-19 (current vaccination with booster preferred).
• Visual Acuity Minimum Requirement: 20/30 corrected OR 20/40 uncorrected, both eyes tested together (OU), and no significant abnormalities in colour vision. (Testing completed as part of OAFI Stage Two)
• Possess superior interpersonal skills and the ability to work cooperatively as a member of an effective and professional team.
• Have a strong desire to serve the community, a strong work ethic, a strong sense of loyalty and duty, and the ability and willingness to follow instructions promptly and efficiently.

Nice To Haves

• Community service involvement.
• University Degree, College Diploma, and/or Trade Certification recognized by the Ontario College of Trades in any discipline.
• Emergency Medical Care Assistant (EMCA) designation.
• Previous civilian or military experience in fire suppression, construction, trades mechanical, emergency medical, large vehicle operation, fire prevention.
• First Aid, CPR, and/or AED – certification at the instructor level.
• Administrative and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs fire ground operations within an incident management system.
• Performs rescue operations within an incident management system.
• Performs hazardous materials and Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear operations within an incident management system.
• Provides emergency patient care so that patients are assessed and stabilized, emergency care is initiated and patients are transferred to emergency medical services for further care and transport.
• Performs firefighter safety practices so that the safety of firefighters is maintained according to applicable legislation, standards, and fire department safe operating practices.
• Operates and maintains fire apparatus such as engines, ladder trucks, aerial platform, rescue trucks and support vehicles as required by the Ontario Highway Traffic Act.
• Maintains fire equipment to ensure a level of operational readiness so that equipment life is extended, safety is ensured and equipment operates properly.
• Participates in fire safety inspections so that premises meet an acceptable degree of life safety as specified by the Woodstock Fire Department and the Ontario Fire Code.
• Performs public education and public relations activities so that community public fire and life safety is promoted.

Benefits

• Joining a growing and dynamic organization offering rewarding careers.
• Competitive wages.
• Defined Contribution Benefit Pension Plan (OMERS) where employee contributions are matched by the City.
• Training opportunities to support you in this role.
• A great working environment for individuals committed to making a difference.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees