Probationary Firefighters (6 positions)

Town of Ajax; Ajax; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Program

OMERS pension

Paid leave days

Family & Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ajax Fire & Emergency Services is seeking highly motivated community-minded leaders committed to public service, professionalism, compassion, teamwork and respect. We cover 24-hour shifts, weekends and holidays.

The role involves responding to fires, medical emergencies, vehicle incidents, and public education, with ongoing training and apparatus maintenance. Minimum qualifications include Grade 12, NFPA1001 Levels 1–2, CSTS stages, SFA/CPR, and a DZ license.

Qualifications

• Must have Grade 12 or equivalent.
• NFPA1001 Levels 1 and 2 certification required.
• OFA CSTS Stages 1–3 including Swim Test must be valid.
• SFA/CPR - BLS certificates current (SFA 2024; CPR 2026).
• Ontario DZ license with clean abstract; proof required if offered.
• Fluent English, strong teamwork, and communication under stress.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire emergencies to perform rescues and protect property and the environment.
• Respond to medical emergencies to provide patient care and assistance.
• Handle motor vehicle and other specialized emergencies; stabilize scene, vehicle, and patient.
• Assist with public education and participate in training and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Physical fitness

Stress tolerance

Public service mindset

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

NFPA1001 Levels 1 and 2

Ontario Fire Admin CSTS Stages 1–3 ( Swim Test included )

First Aid/CPR - BLS (SFA 2024; CPR 2026)

Job description

Job Details

Department: Fire & Emergency Services, Job Type: Regular, Number of Positions: 6, Affiliation: APFFA, Compensation Range: $74,036.00 - $134,499.00

Job Summary

Ajax Fire & Emergency Services is seeking highly motivated community-minded leaders who are committed to public service, that exemplify professionalism, compassion, teamwork and respect.

Job Duties

In this position, you will respond to: fire emergencies to perform rescues, protect property and the environment, medical emergencies to provide emergency patient care and assistance, motor vehicle emergencies to provide scene, vehicle and patient stabilization, and other specialized emergencies and calls for public assistance. You will assist with public education, participate in training and maintain fire apparatus, equipment, and fire stations.

Minimum Qualifications / Skills

Must have completed as a minimum grade 12 or equivalent; Successful completion of NFPA1001 Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications Levels 1 and 2 (IFSAC and or Pro Board certified); Valid, current and successful completion of the Ontario Fire Administration Inc. Candidate Testing Service - Stages 1 to 3 including the Swim Test (all parts must be valid until the date of November 8, 2026); Up-to-date certification in both Standard First Aid/CPR - BLS (SFA issued 2024 and CPR issued July 2026; Valid and unrestricted Ontario driver’s license – minimum Class DZ – (you will be required to provide proof of your valid DZ license and clear driver’s abstract upon an offer of employment being made to you by the Town)); Ability to speak, read and write English fluently and communicate clearly and precisely under demanding conditions; Ability to handle periods of intense and sustained physical, mental and emotional stress; Ability to work well as part of a team and have strong interpersonal and customer service skills; Must be able to work 24 hour shifts, including weekends and holidays; Ability to provide a current criminal reference check, including vulnerable sector check that is, satisfactory to the Town of Ajax (this must be received by the Town of Ajax prior to start date); Legally entitlement to work in Canada.

Additional Assets

Demonstrated experience as an active firefighter with a municipal, military, federal and/or industrial fire service; Experience and training in specialized programs such as such as technical rope rescue, technical ice/water rescue, vehicle extrication, technical rescue, firefighter survival, rapid intervention training, pumper operations, and aerial operations (outside of the ‘pre-service’ program); Completion of the emergency medical responder (EMR) program NFPA 1002 - Apparatus equipped with a Fire Pump NFPA 1035 - Fire and Life Safety Educator level I or II; Demonstrated computer skills; Fluency in a second language or sign language.

What is Offered to Staff

We offer competitive pay that reflects the responsibilities of the position.

Hours of Work

This full-time position is covered by the Ajax Professional Firefighters’ Association and the position works 24 hour shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

• paid sick, vacation and personal leave days
• Parental Leave Top-up
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Health & Wellness Program, Town of Ajax Fitness Centre membership
• plus a defined benefits pension (OMERS pension - https://www.omers.com/)

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Ajax is committed to employment equity and building a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, especially those who have been historically excluded, including Black and Indigenous people, racialized communities, disabled persons, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and others facing systemic inequities. If selected for an interview, you will be provided with an opportunity to indicate your access needs. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and respectful hiring process.

Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment.

Candidate Requirements

Candidates must possess all necessary certifications outlined in the posting at time of application. Candidates who are in the process of obtaining the required certifications will not be considered. You are responsible for all additional costs (i.e. certificates, travel, testing, criminal reference check) throughout the recruitment process.

Company Culture

We thank all candidates in advance; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. The success of the Town depends largely on the employees. Staff are relied upon day in and day out - whether it is for issuing a marriage license, maintaining a local park, fighting a fire, processing a tax bill, planning a new subdivision, instructing a fitness class, or plowing snow. The employees are the Town's Ambassadors.

The Town of Ajax, situated on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, is an innovative municipal sector leader that provides a variety of services to one of the fastest growing communities in Ontario. With over 130,000 residents, Ajax's rich heritage and culturally diverse community make it a great place to work and live.