🚒 Markham Firefighter Jobs 2026 – Probationary Firefighter

The City of Markham is hiring Probationary Firefighters to join Markham Fire & Emergency Services. This is an entry-level career opportunity for candidates who want to serve a growing and diverse community while building a career in the fire service.

The position offers an annual salary of $74,140, a rotating 24-hour shift schedule, and membership in the Markham Professional Fire Fighter Association (MPFFA).

Markham Fire focuses on reducing fires, investing in its people, modernizing emergency services and encouraging innovation throughout the fire service.

📌 Markham Firefighter Job Details

Job Detail	Information
Employer	City of Markham
Position	Probationary Firefighter
Requisition ID	4883
Department	Fire & Emergency Services
Employment Type	Regular Full-Time
Vacancy Type	New position(s)
Location	Markham, Ontario
Annual Salary	$74,140 (2026 rate)
Union Affiliation	Markham Professional Fire Fighter Association (MPFFA)
Posting Date	October 12, 2026
Application Deadline	November 1, 2026
Work Schedule	Rotating 24-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays

🔥 About Markham Fire & Emergency Services

Markham Fire & Emergency Services is looking for candidates who are committed to public safety, teamwork, innovation and excellent customer service.

This entry-level position is suited to candidates who can perform the physical and mental demands of firefighting, communicate effectively, work in a high-performing team and demonstrate professionalism in stressful situations.

The City of Markham serves a diverse community of more than 370,000 residents and emphasizes service excellence, accountability, people-focused service, trust and innovation.

🎓 Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet all minimum qualifications at the time of application. Candidates who are still working toward required certifications will not be considered.

1. NFPA Firefighter Certification

Applicants must possess:

• NFPA 1001 Firefighter I and II
• Certification from a recognized accreditation body, such as IFSAC or Pro Board

2. Hazardous Materials Certification

Applicants must possess:

• NFPA 1072 – Hazardous Materials Operations

3. OFAI Testing Requirements

Candidates must have current:

• OFAI Stage 1
• OFAI Stage 2
• OFAI Stage 3

All OFAI certifications must be current when applying. Candidates must agree to maintain the validity of the required certifications through March 22, 2027, if selected to proceed to the next stages.

4. Driver’s Licence

Applicants must possess or be able to obtain the following within six months of their hire date:

• Ontario Class DZ driver’s licence

Candidates must also provide a driver’s abstract meeting the requirements specified in the posting.

The abstract must reflect:

• Fewer than three demerit points
• No more than two infractions, with a maximum of one moving and one non-moving conviction

The posting states that the required driver’s abstract is to be provided if an offer of employment is extended.

5. First Aid and CPR

Applicants must possess current:

• Standard or Intermediate First Aid
• CPR Level C
• HCP/BLS certification

Required certificates must be valid at the time of application and maintained through March 22, 2027.

6. Education and Eligibility

Applicants must:

• Have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or a higher level of education
• Be at least 18 years old
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Understand and communicate clearly in spoken and written English
• Be physically and mentally capable of performing firefighter duties safely
• Be able to work rotating 24-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Have prescribed normal unaided hearing
• Have no criminal record unless a pardon has been granted under the Criminal Records Act (Canada) and has not been revoked

7. Immunization Requirements

If an offer of employment is extended, applicants must provide proof of immunization for:

• Mumps
• Measles
• Rubella
• Polio
• Diphtheria
• Hepatitis B
• Tetanus

8. Vulnerable Sector Screening

A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening is a condition of employment.

The screening cannot be dated earlier than 30 days before the conditional offer of employment.

⭐ Preferred Qualifications and Assets

The City of Markham identifies the following as assets for the successful candidate:

• Experience working in a fast-paced, stressful environment
• Community college diploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technician or Technology
• Firefighter Pre-Service Education and Training Program
• Coaching, teaching, counselling or recreation leadership experience
• Fluency in a second language, preferably one well represented in Markham
• Volunteer and community involvement
• A strong desire to serve the community
• A people-centred approach to first response
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to a high-performing team

These are listed as preferred assets rather than mandatory minimum qualifications.

📝 Markham Firefighter Application Requirements

Applicants must submit a complete online application before the November 1, 2026 deadline.

Required application materials include:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Firefighter certifications
• Required licences
• Other relevant documentation

Important Certificate Upload Instructions

The City specifically instructs applicants to upload their certificates in the following order:

1. NFPA 1001 Firefighter I and II
2. NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Operations
3. Other required certifications and supporting documents

Applicants should combine their certifications into one file if possible and ensure that NFPA 1001 and NFPA 1072 appear first.

Important: Applications cannot be updated after submission. Review every document carefully before submitting.

🚒 Markham Firefighter Selection Process

The City will screen applications against the minimum qualifications and preferred assets listed in the posting.

Candidates who successfully pass the initial screening may proceed to further stages.

The recruitment process may include:

• Written testing
• Oral testing
• Physical testing
• Medical testing
• Practical testing
• Psychological testing

Candidates are responsible for additional recruitment costs, including certificates, travel, testing and criminal record or Vulnerable Sector checks.

The City advises that it cannot respond to individual inquiries during the recruitment process or provide individual feedback.

🧠 Core Behaviours

Markham is seeking candidates who demonstrate the following core behaviours:

Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with the public and colleagues.

Change and Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and supports others through change.

Teamwork and Relationship Building: Works inclusively, collaboratively and respectfully to build effective relationships.

Communication: Communicates clearly, professionally and respectfully while demonstrating active listening.

Accountability and Results Orientation: Demonstrates ethical behaviour, takes responsibility for decisions and follows relevant policies and legislation.

Management and Leadership: Demonstrates self-management, professionalism, engagement and leadership by example.

🤝 City of Markham Core Values

The City identifies five core values that guide its work:

• Service Excellence: Delivering high-quality, efficient and customer-focused service.
• Accountability: Taking responsibility for actions, decisions and performance.
• People-Focused: Putting people first.
• Trust: Acting with integrity and fairness.
• Innovation: Investing in people and improving how services are delivered.

Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate how their experience and behaviour align with these values.

💰 Markham Probationary Firefighter Salary

The posted 2026 annual salary is:

$74,140 per year

The position is regular full-time and affiliated with the Markham Professional Fire Fighter Association (MPFFA).

Firefighters must be available to work rotating 24-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays.

📅 Important Recruitment Dates

Date	Requirement
October 12, 2026	Posting date
November 1, 2026	Application deadline
March 22, 2027	Date through which specified certifications must remain valid for candidates proceeding to the next stages

The posting does not provide a detailed calendar for each individual testing stage.

📋 Markham Firefighter Requirements Checklist

Before applying, confirm that you have:

• NFPA 1001 Firefighter I and II, accredited by IFSAC or Pro Board
• NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Operations
• Current OFAI Stages 1, 2 and 3
• Standard or Intermediate First Aid
• CPR Level C and HCP/BLS certificates
• OSSD or equivalent
• A driver’s abstract that meets the stated requirements
• A plan to obtain an Ontario Class DZ licence within six months of hire, if you do not already possess one
• Proof of required immunizations available if an offer is extended
• All required application documents ready for upload

Remember that the certifications specified as mandatory must already be held when the application is submitted.

🚨 How to Apply for Markham Firefighter Jobs

Interested candidates should apply online through the City of Markham careers website.

Submit your cover letter, resume, certifications, licences and other relevant documentation before the deadline.

Application deadline: November 1, 2026.

Review the required qualifications and certificate-upload instructions carefully before submitting your application.