Become a Part-Time Firefighter
Being a part-time firefighter is both challenging and rewarding. The part-time firefighter is an integral part of the Milton Fire Department.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications for part-time firefighter are:
- Canadian citizen or legal entitlement to work in Canada as a firefighter
- Resident of Milton/Campbellville
- High school graduation diploma (OSSD) or academic equivalent
- Ability to understand and communicate clearly in English under stressful conditions
- Valid Ontario class G driver's license. Applicants must have a driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behavior and those with six or more points are ineligible for consideration.
- No conviction for a criminal offence
Recommended qualifications for part-time firefighter are:
- Valid CPR and First Aid certificates
- Valid Ontario class D driver's license with Z air brake endorsement.
- Pre-service firefighter education and/or additional training program certificates
- Be capable of handling intense and sustained physical activity
Recruit Process
The recruit process consists of the following steps:
| Stage | Description | Details |
|---|---|---|
1 |
Information session |
The purpose of the information session is to provide an overview of the Fire Service; explain the application process; outline recruit training; job performance expectations and provide the applicant with an opportunity to ask questions. |
2 |
Written examination |
A minimum of 70% on the exam is required. |
3 |
Physical demands assessment |
Conducted in-house, this assessment consists of various job related tasks, which must all be successfully completed. |
4 |
Interview |
Fact-to-face interview with members of Human Resources and the Fire Department |
5 |
Medical examination |
Medical examination by Milton Fire Department physician, |
Recruit Training Program
The Recruit Training Program, which takes approximately one year to complete, begins with orientation subjects such as health and safety, incident command and professionalism. Classroom and hands-on training sessions for recruits will be held on Monday and Thursday at our Central Station location from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Periodic off-site training will also take place throughout the course of the year.
Applying for a part-time firefighter position
Find out if the Town of Milton is currently recruiting for part-time firefighters on the Town of Milton Careers page.
Applications for part-time firefighter positions can be found on the Town of Milton Careers page.
Additional Information
For more information on this topic, please use our Feedback form to submit comments or inquiries to: 'humanresources'
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Fax: 905 875-5414
