Ontario FireRanger Wildland Firefighter (2027 Season)

Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services); Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthTek Rescue Inc. is hiring seasonal FireRangers to fight wildland fires from bases across Northern Ontario. Typical shifts run April to September, with lead roles extending March to October.

Training is required before joining the field, and applicants may apply before completing training. Pay ranges by role include Wildland Firefighter 2: $27.36–$30.48 per hour; Senior: $29.16–$32.43; Lead: $33.71–$38.69 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older and proficient in English.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada with a valid SIN.
• Minimum G2 driver’s licence or equivalent.
• SP100 certification if no wildland fire experience.
• Standard First Aid.
• WFX-FIT fitness test.

Skills

Proficient in English

Education

G2 driver’s licence or equivalent

SP100 certification

Standard First Aid

WFX-FIT fitness test

Job description

Ontario hires seasonal FireRangers to fight wildland fires from bases across Northern Ontario. Crew roles typically run April to September, and lead roles March to October. Applicants can apply before finishing the required training.

Pay: Wildland Firefighter 2: $27.36 to $30.48 per hour; Senior: $29.16 to $32.43 per hour; Lead: $33.71 to $38.69 per hour

Closing date: Applications reopen for the 2027 season in November 2026; no deadline posted

Key requirements

• 18 years of age or older and proficient in English
• Legally entitled to work in Canada with a valid SIN
• Minimum G2 driver's licence or equivalent
• SP100 certification if no wildland fire experience
• Standard First Aid
• WFX-FIT fitness test