Volunteer Firefighter: Serve & Respond to Emergencies

Township of Springwater; Minesing; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Township of Springwater in Simcoe County, Ontario, invites applications for Volunteer Firefighters with Springwater Fire & Emergency Services. This role requires stamina, heavy physical effort, and the ability to respond to a range of emergencies, with training provided.

Reporting to a Captain, you will participate in fire suppression, rescue, first aid, equipment handling, and public safety outreach while maintaining station duties and readiness for high-demand incidents.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
• A Valid Class G driver's license in good standing; DZ required within 12 months of hire.
• Pass a Physical Agility Test for firefighting tasks prior to hire.
• Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check required before commencement.
• Past volunteer firefighting experience would be an asset.
• NFPA 1001/1002/472 or 1072 certifications are preferred.
• Springwater residents and nearby applicants are given preference.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergencies in various weather and conditions as assigned.
• Enter burning or contaminated buildings to stabilize or control emergencies or perform rescues.
• Render first aid and CPR; apply semi-automatic defibrillation.
• Lift and handle firefighting equipment and rescue tools as required.
• Drive fire apparatus as assigned and perform station duties.
• Assist in salvage, fire prevention inspections, and public education activities.
• Attend regular training and respond to calls, as needed.

Skills

Physical fitness

Stamina

Manual dexterity

CPR/First aid

Teamwork

Ability to work in all weather

Education

Secondary School Diploma or equivalent

NFPA 1001 Firefighter I/II (preferred)

NFPA 1002 Driver/Operator – Pumper (preferred)

NFPA 472 or 1072 HazMat Awareness/Operations (preferred)

Job description

The Township of Springwater in Simcoe County, Ontario, invites applications for Volunteer Firefighters with Springwater Fire & Emergency Services. This role requires stamina, heavy physical effort, and the ability to respond to a range of emergencies, with training provided.

Reporting to a Captain, you will participate in fire suppression, rescue, first aid, equipment handling, and public safety outreach while maintaining station duties and readiness for high-demand incidents.