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Oro-Medonte Fire & Emergency Services, is offering a unique Work Experience Program (WEP) to
graduates from an accredited Post Secondary College Pre-Service Firefighter Program. WEP is a one
year, 24/7 commitment by successful WEP Members to join the Township of Oro-Medonte Fire &
Emergency Services Department, to gain on the job training and experience.
Candidates will benefit from working side by side with experienced Firefighters. A 12 month
commitment to the work experience program is required, with the exception of those hired to a career
fire department during their program. Daily duties of the WEP firefighter include training, emergency
response including but not limited to; fire suppression, medical response, motor vehicle collisions,
alarm calls, in addition they will participate in fire prevention, public education, preplanning,
maintenance duties of equipment and fire station, as well as community events.
WEP Members must be mentally and physically prepared to respond to any and all incidents that may
occur anytime, day or night, throughout the year, regardless of weather conditions.
WEP applicants must be a successful graduate of a Post Secondary College Pre-Service Firefighter
Program; hold NFPA 1001 Level 1 & 2, Standard for Firefighter Professional Qualifications; hold and
maintain Standard First Aid Training, CPR “HCP”, Dfib; possess a clear Criminal Record Check with
Vulnerable Sector Check along with a valid “G” driver’s license (DZ preferred) and provide a three (3)
year clean driver’s abstract; have a Certificate of Fitness (OFAI, CPAT or York) within the last 6 months
(preferred) or older (accepted);
Have passed a Medical Examination Form completed by a Medical Practitioner and must be able to live
at the designated Station.
Compensation for the WEP Members will be consistent with the FES Volunteer Firefighter rate.
Compensation for attendance at training, emergency responses, standby and duty roster will be
provided, plus a monthly educational allowance to assist with living expenses.
Each WEP Member will be provided with full protective clothing and a pager for emergency response.
Uniforms and Department clothing will be provided. For WEP Members’ living accommodations, they
will be supplied with a bed, storage space, all kitchen amenities and some entertainment and physical
fitness equipment in the lounge areas, within the living space provided at the designated Station.
Upon successfully completing the required 12 month commitment to FES, WEP Members will receive a
Letter of Reference by the Fire Chief for use when applying to any Full Time, Composite or Volunteer
Fire Department of the WEP Member’s choosing.
For further information or to request a applicant package please send an email
to: wep23-24@oro-medonte.ca
Applications will be accepted until noon, Thursday, September 7th, 2023
