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Probationary Firefighter - (26-206)
Organizational Unit: Central York Fire Services
Requisition # 26-206
Location: Multiple CYFS - Newmarket, ON CA (Primary)
Shift Type: Job Type
Regular: Full-Time
Staffing request is required for Replacement
Date Posted By: 9/14/2026
Date Posting Closes: 10/2/2026
Category: Fire Services
Career Level: Entry Level
Education: Professional
Salary Payband/Range: $59,824
Job Description
The Firefighter position works as a member of a crew to provide effective response to a variety of emergencies. The Firefighter also maintains and operates an assortment of equipment required to mitigate emergencies. The Firefighter operates under the supervision of a Fire Captain but must be able to operate with limited supervision depending on circumstances and will be assigned functions that require the Firefighter to exercise significant responsibility.
General Duties and Responsibilities (Not an inclusive list):
Responds to fire emergencies and performs fire ground operations as part of an emergency response crew.
Responds to emergency rescue incidents and performs rescue operations.
May respond to hazardous materials incidents and performs operations to mitigate and control the incident.
Responds to medical emergencies and performs emergency patient care.
Operates and maintains fire apparatus, fire fighting and rescue equipment.
Performs station duties to ensure that stations are clean and support the operation of the fire department.
Performs public fire safety education and public education activities and participates in fire safety inspections.
Performs administrative duties.
Maintains professional competency.
General Requirements
NFPA 1001-Firefighter I and II certified, education and training program from an accredited institution;
Valid Certificates from the Ontario Fire Administration Inc. - Candidate Testing Program for Stages One, Two, and Three at the time of application; Valid Swim Test Certificate if selected for an interview.
Availability to work shifts that may vary (days, nights, weekends, statutory holidays); ability to work extended hours when required as a result of emergency responses; ability to work 24-hour shift schedule.
Permitted hearing loss is no greater than 40 decibels, unaided, in either ear at 500 Hz/db, 1000 Hz/db, 2000 Hz/db and 3000 Hz/db.
Candidates must meet the vision requirements as outlined in Chapter Six of NFPA 1582: Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments.
Must possess a current Intermediate First Aid and CPR-C, or higher, Certificate and be current throughout the duration of the recruitment process
Must possess a valid Ontario Drivers License Class “D” with “Z” endorsement if selected for an interview
Must not have a criminal record unless a pardon has been granted under the Criminal Record Act of Canada
Be legally entitled to work in Canada (must be either a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, landed immigrant)
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to understand and communicate clearly in verbal and written English
Must have completed a minimum of grade 12 or equivalent as approved by the Ministry of Education
Additional preferred experience may include:
Work experience
Transferable skills (i.e. customer service, mechanical aptitude, working in a team environment, problem solving, communication)
Other relevant training, qualifications or experience
Demonstrated community service and/or volunteer involvement
Note: Candidates selected to move beyond the application stage, will be required to provide originals or certified copies.
Firefighter recruitments attract a high volume of applicants. CYFS is unable to respond to individual inquiries during or after the recruitment process. Please do not call the Towns of Newmarket or Aurora, Human Resources or Fire department.
If you experience difficulty with your online application, forward your enquiries to hr@newmarket.ca. We will endeavor to respond within 2 business days of receiving your written enquiry.
Additional Information
CYFS Recruitment Information Package 2026