Resources

Firefighter Resume/Cover Letter

The importance of the resume and cover letter cannot be overstated. They’re the foundation of any job search, and it’s likely to be an employer’s first introduction to you.

Firefighter Physical Fitness

Every Fire Department across Canada will have a fitness test in which you must meet standards to move on in the qualification process.  Why are there fitness standards that must be met to qualify? Firefighting is a physically demanding job. You must be physically capable of performing demanding tasks. Strains and sprains are the number one injury […]

Firefighter Interview

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Firefighter Written Test

The written test measures critical mental capacities required in the fire service, such as mathematical reasoning, interpersonal skills, teamwork, commitment, honesty, integrity, and emotional stability.  You will see the OFAI’s written test, Firefighter Aptitude and Character Test™ (FACT™), used in central Ontario departments, and the Cooperative Personnel Services (CPS) Firefighter Entry-Level aptitude examination offered through […]

TRANSFERABLE JOBS FOR ASPIRING FIREFIGHTERS

Look for Jobs that Have Transferable Skills Service industry – retail, restaurants, and office type jobs don’t offer many transferable skills into firefighting Jobs that involve hands-on where what you are doing is a benefit to you and your department when you join.

Volunteering in the Community

Volunteering in the community is critical to receive an interview with a career fire department. Although job postings may not state this as a requirement however it is one of the first things fire chiefs or HR will typically look for.  True volunteer work is making a difference and providing a benefit to others in […]

Courses and Education

Life-long learning is at the foundation of the fire service. You’ll be constantly training, learning new, and revising old skills. Showing an interest in continuing education is something departments are looking for. Have you been keeping up with renewing your certifications and taking new ones? or did you graduate pre-service and be idle for months […]

Minimum/ Preferred Qualifications / Requirements

Candidates must meet and exceed the qualification minimums to be competitive. The following list was compiled from the most recent 30 municipal job postings found as of 2022-05-31. Typical minimum requirements are as follows: Must not have a criminal record unless a pardon has been granted under the Criminal Record Act of Canada Be legally […]

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