Employment Opportunity - Volunteer Firefighter

Town of Deep River; Canada; Remote; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Deep River invites applicants for a Volunteer Firefighter with the Deep River Fire Department. The role offers a starting wage of $23.00/hour and calls for individuals who value trust, honesty, integrity, compassion and teamwork.

Minimum qualifications include being 18+, Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, a valid Class G driver’s licence, and medical clearance. New firefighters will undertake the department’s Training Program to achieve required certifications.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) / Grade 12 minimum or equivalent.
• Valid Class G driver’s licence with an acceptable driving record.
• Medical clearance note from a qualified health care provider confirming physical fitness for firefighter duties.

Education

OSSD / Grade 12 minimum or equivalent

Valid Class G driver's license

Medical clearance confirming physical fitness for firefighter duties

Valid Class DZ Driver’s License

NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Responder – Awareness Level

NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Operations Level

Red Cross Certification (First Aid, CPR, AED, Oxygen Therapy, Airway Management, and BLS)

Job description

Employment Opportunity - Volunteer Firefighter

Are you passionate about community safety? The Deep River Fire Department is looking for dedicated individuals who embody trust, honesty, integrity, compassion, and teamwork to join our team as Volunteer Firefighters. Serving as a volunteer firefighter is one of the most dynamic and rewarding ways to make a lasting, positive impact in your community.

Starting Compensation

• $23.00/hour

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) / Grade 12 minimum or equivalent
• Valid Class G driver’s licence with an acceptable driving record
• Medical clearance note from a qualified health care provider confirming physical fitness for firefighter duties

Training certifications:

Upon hire, firefighters will participate in the department’s Training Program and must achieve the following certifications and licenses:

• Valid Class DZ Driver’s License
• NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Responder – Awareness Level
• Red Cross Certification (First Aid, CPR, AED, Oxygen Therapy, Airway Management, and Basic Life Support / BLS)
• NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Operations Level

applications will be accepted until Friday, October 2nd , 2026 at 4:00 PM.

The Corporation of the Town of Deep River

Thank you for your interest. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the selection process. Applicants must make their needs known in advance. Information collected will be managed in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

The Corporation of the Town of Deep River
100 Deep River Road, P.O. Box 400, Deep River, ON K0J 1P0
P: 613-584-2000 - F: 613-584-3237
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