Being a part-time firefighter is both rewarding and challenging. As a part-time firefighter, you will be an integral part of Milton Fire & Rescue Services. Learn about our current postings and recruitment process.

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Part-Time Firefighter Recruitment Guide

Qualifications

To become a part-time firefighter, you must:

  • Be a Canadian citizen or have legal entitlement to work in Canada
  • Be a resident of Milton to apply
  • Have a high school graduation diploma (OSSD) or academic equivalent
  • Be able to understand and communicate in English under stress
  • Have an Ontario class G driver’s licence and a good driving record (provide a recent drivers abstract within 30 days)
  • Submit a Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

We also recommend that you:

  • Have a CPR and First Aid certificate
  • Have an Ontario class D driver’s licence with Z air brake endorsement
  • Are capable of handling intense and sustained physical activity

Recruitment process - Important dates

The Part-Time Firefighter Recruitment Guide provides more details on how to become a part-time firefighter in Milton.

Please note: Only selected applicants will move forward to each stage of the process.

You will need to:

Attend the information session
When: Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025 at 7 p.m.
Where: Sherwood Community Centre (6355 Main Street West), Room 4 
Submit an application
Opens: Monday, Sept. 22, 2025
Closes: Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. 
Take the written examination
When: Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025 at 7 p.m.
Where: Milton Seniors Activity Centre (500 Childs Drive) 
Pass the occupational testing
When: Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025
What to expect: Physical assessment and acrophobia (fear of heights) test 
Attend an interview 
When: Week of Nov. 24, 2025 
Selection and job offer 
When: Week of Feb. 2, 2026

Once you’ve completed all steps, you will be offered a position on a probationary basis. You must then complete the one-year training program.

Duties

Every day, firefighters are called to serve the public and protect citizens in a time of crisis. This process involves:

  • Preventing, combating and extinguishing fires
  • Answering emergency calls
  • Operating and maintaining fire equipment, apparatus and quarters

These duties require extensive training in firefighting, technical rescue, hazardous materials and emergency medical care. You will need to operate apparatus and perform dangerous assignments in emergency conditions.