Firefighter Application Process

Here’s what to expect from our recruitment process:

January 9, 2023 to February 1, 2023

All applicants are required to complete and submit the following as part of their application:

Complete the online questionnaire
Upload all certificates required as part of the minimum qualifications
Submit cover letter and resume

Once you have successfully submitted your application, you will receive a confirmation email informing you that your application has been received.

Applicants who are interested in learning more about a career with the fire services are invited to participate in a virtual career information session, January 12, 2023. Click here to register

Step 2: Resume Screening

February 6, 2023 to March 9, 2023

Applicants will initially be reviewed and assessed in relation to the qualifications and experience outlined in the job advertisement. Applicants that most closely meet the qualifications and experience are selected to proceed to the next stage in the selection process.

Step 3: Situational Judgement Testing

March 29, 2023

Selected applicants will be invited to complete a multiple-choice online situation judgement test (SJT). It is standardized approach that measures candidates and decision making in job relevant situations. Applicants who are successful will proceed to next stage in the process. Please check your emails/junk mail.

Step 4: Situational Behavioural Interviews

April 24, 2023 to May 5, 2023

Applicants who successfully meet the qualifying score for Situation Judgement Testing will be invited to participate in a 1 hour Structured Behavioural Interview with two panel members comprising of one Human Resources Representative and a member from the Brampton Fire and Emergency Services management team.

Applicants that successfully pass both the Situation Judgment Test and Structured behavioural interview will proceed to the next stage.

Note: Applicants may be asked to bring further documentation if required.

Step 5: Decision Making

May 15, 2023 to May 20, 2023

Candidates that successfully meet the cut-off score for Situational Judgement Testing and Structured Behavioural Interview will then be assessed for optimal fit with organizational goals.

Step 6: Pre- Employment Checks

May 22, 2023 to June 2, 2023

Pre-employment checks will be conducted for shortlisted candidates and include the following:

Vulnerable Criminal Record Search (must be provided at this stage)
Education Verification
Professional References
Any additional employment verifications specific to the job requirements

All pre-employment checks must be met in order to proceed to Step 7

Step 7: Offer of Employment

June 5, 2023 to June 12, 2023

Once all the conditions of employment have been satisfied an offer of employment or an 18 month conditional offer will be extended. This will be followed up with a written offer letter and all the necessary instructions and documents to get you set up as a new City of Brampton employee.

Step 8: Training

September 5, 2023

All newly hired Firefighters will commence a 14 week training program at our location 129 Glidden Road, Brampton, Ontario.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma;
NFPA 1001 - Fire Fighter I & II Certified (proof of Pro Board Seal or IFSAC0) OR able to attain certification within 18 months from the date a conditional offer of employment has been extended.
Completion of the Ontario Fire Administration-Candidate Testing Program Stages One, Two and Three www.ofai.ca OR able to attain certification within 18 months from the date a conditional offer of employment has been extended
Ability to obtain DZ licence from the date a conditional offer of employment is extended
Valid and current First Aid and CPR Certificate;
Demonstrated community service involvement;
Dedication to customer service;
Learning mindset;
Critical thinking and adaptive problem solving; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
Ability to work in a team environment;
Multilingual skills are an asset.