Position Type: Regular Full Time (RFT) Closing Date: January 2, 2026 Salary/Wage Range: $65,701.00 - $130,207.00 Union: IAFF Local 1552 Working for the City of Burlington A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you'll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow. We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent. This may include: flexible working hours, mobile and hybrid working arrangements, a great pension and benefits package, as well as programs to foster innovation and leadership. Salary Effective January 2026: $66,850 Department Fire Location This position is required to work in person at a fire station. Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands. Position Overview Burlington Fire is a team of highly trained and caring professionals who provide vital services that increase community safety and quality of life. We are currently seeking candidates to fill the role of Probationary Firefighter. The recruitment process is lengthy and involves many steps. It is important for candidates to read all directions and be prepared for each step. Interested candidates should review the 2026 Firefighter Recruitment Guide Responsibilities Firefighting is a physically demanding and highly rewarding career. Successful applicants will respond to a wide range of emergencies, including fires, motor vehicle collisions, medical incidents, as well as provide specialized technical rescue services in areas such as hazardous materials, rope, surface water and ice water rescue. In addition to emergency response, firefighters play a vital role in public education and fire prevention initiatives. As a firefighter, you will also be responsible for participating in ongoing training and performing routine maintenance of stations, apparatus, and equipment. Requirements To be considered for this position, you must meet the following mandatory qualifications: Be legally entitled to work in Canada Have a grade 12 or equivalent education Be able to provide a criminal background check indicating you have not been convicted of a criminal offence for which a pardon has not been granted, including a vulnerable sector search (proof of this is not required until conditional offer of employment) A valid Class DZ driver’s license is required with an acceptable driver’s abstract with no more than three (3) driving related convictions or an accumulation of no more than three (3) demerit points in the previous three (3) years prior to the date of hire. Have current First Aid and CPR certificates, minimum level C Successfully completed NFPA 1001 LII Successfully completed ALL SEVEN COMPONENTS of the Firefighter Services of Ontario Screening Test. Applicants must apply online and register for the Firefighter Screening Test with Firefighter Services of Ontario. Applicants meeting all of the above mandatory qualifications and successful completion of all six components at Firefighter Services of Ontario must provide: 1) Resume 2) Proof of education 3) First Aid/CPR certificates 4) Proof of Class 'D' Ontario drivers license with ‘Z’ endorsement 5) Proof of completion of NFPA 1001 level 1 & level 2 6) Proof of any preferred qualifications as described in the Recruitment Guide to Firefighter Services of Ontario at the time of their appointment. Firefighter Services of Ontario will forward all information onto the City of Burlington. Additional Information If you wish to be considered for this role, please forward a cover letter and your resume, in PDF format, to Fire Service Ontario (FSO) at: https://www.fireontario.com/site/firefighter-recruitment by January 2, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Please note, the completion FSO testing is mandatory if you are applying for this role. To complete the Firefighter Services of Ontario Screening Test, you must pre-register with Firefighter Services of Ontario by January 2, 2026. To register for the 1) Clinical Evaluation 2) CPS Aptitude Examination 3) CPAT 4) Tread Water Test 5) Medical Assessment (Hearing & vision screening) 6) Acrophobia Test and 7) Emotional Stability and Resiliency Assessment. To register for Testing with FSO, visit Home | Firefighter Services of Ontario Police Check Requirement This position requires the successful candidate to provide a clear criminal record check with a vulnerable sector screening at their own expense. Accommodations In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at: hr@burlington.ca if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process. Note to Applicants: We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted. Come work with us at the City of Burlington! Why? Ranked as the most livable city in Ontario, and fifth in Canada, Burlington is nestled in the Greater Toronto Area, with the Niagara Escarpment (a UNESCO world biosphere reserve) in our backyard, and Lake Ontario at our front door. Equipped with a team of approximately 1,150 full-time and 1,000 part-time employees, the corporation of the City of Burlington is an innovative, progressive and hybrid workplace dedicated to delivering more than 37 high-quality services to residents. A career at the City boasts: A positive workplace culture built on a set of organizational values, designed by employees. These values guide our behavior and how we work together. A hybrid work model, with remote and flexible work arrangements. A commitment to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in our organization to create a workplace where employees can bring their whole selves to work. A focus on service excellence, including high-quality customer experiences, operational performance, and staff engagement. A great pension and benefits package. Collective action to support a climate resilient and low carbon community, implementing actions to become net carbon neutral and prepared for warmer, wetter and wilder weather. Opportunities to continuously learn and grow. These are just some of the reasons to come work with us at the City of Burlington. If you are interested in applying for a job with the city, you must apply online. We no longer accept paper copies of resumes. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the city accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at hr@burlington.ca if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process. We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.
