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Rural Firefighter

City of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON

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Job details

Casual
1 day ago

Skills

Customer service
English
High school diploma or GED
Analysis skills
Computer skills
Training & development
Class G Licence
Communication skills
Mechanical knowledge

Full job description

Requisition ID: 23080

Department: Emergency & Protective Services Dept.
Service: Ottawa Fire Services
Branch: Operations Branch
Employment Type: Casual
Work Hours: varied
Affiliation: Non City
Salary Information: $20.389 per hour (2025 rates of pay)
City: Ottawa, ON

Job Category: Ottawa Fire Services

Application Close: 14/08/2026

JOB SUMMARY

As an integral member of the Ottawa Fire Services’ (OFS) emergency response team, Rural Firefighters provide emergency response services in order to protect the lives, property and environment for the citizens of and visitors to the City of Ottawa.

Responds and performs all emergency scene duties, such as, but not limited to: firefighting, forcible entry, search and rescue, emergency medical aid and CPR, vehicle extrication, technical rescue operations, hazardous materials operations, and securing the emergency scene for the safety of the public and members of OFS.

Functions/operates under a command structure as an effective and supportive team member at all emergencies from small scale incidents to large scale disasters. Operates at height, in confined spaces, and in uncontrolled environments, including those that are immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH).

Drives/operates any apparatus/vehicles in accordance with policy and Highway Traffic Act (HTA) and operates and uses all Ottawa Fire Services equipment, such as pumps, hoses, ground ladders, aerial apparatus platforms &ladders, generators, vehicle and equipment extrication tools, etc.

Completes in-station duties and tasks, including: cleaning, inspections, testing & documentation of all inventory and equipment used, returns all equipment used toa state of readiness, as well as, regular maintenance of City of Ottawa property and grounds.

Cleans, inspects, maintains and performs safety checks on equipment and apparatus while maintaining a clean and orderly fire station.

Completes all required training and retraining as assigned within the allotted timeframe.

Participates in Pre-Incident Planning in order to be familiar with the immediate response are a risk as well as new or unique building challenges, transportation route familiarity and obstacles such as those routes that are under construction.

Educates the public about fire prevention and fire safety practices by participating in Public Education, and Fire Prevention activities as well as conducting Community Fire Safety programs, as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Successful completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma OSSD (Grade 12) or academic equivalent diploma.

Must be 18 years of age

Must live in close proximity to a rural fire station.

Skills and abilities acquired though related work such as trades, other emergency services, relevant training and educational programs would also be considered an asset.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

Valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated

KNOWLEDGE

Must understand and follow the Chain of Command at all times.

Must be fit and able to handle the sustained, intense physical, emotional, and mental effort required to perform duties of this position.

Willingness and ability to work in extremely challenging, adverse, and dangerous conditions and situations.

Ability to work effectively under stressful conditions.

Problem solving/analytical skills.

Mechanical aptitude and skills to operate and troubleshoot equipment and assess emergency situations.

Customer service skills to assist all members of the public, Ottawa Fire Services staff and all other levels of City personnel.

Ability to effectively prioritize tasks/demands as appropriate.

Ability to work within a team environment and positively interact within a diverse work environment.

Take initiative and able to work independently with minimum supervision.

Oral and written communication skills.

Computer and technology skills for report completion and development, training, as well as technology use during emergencies.

Commitment to volunteerism and community involvement as demonstrated by experience volunteering in social/civil/community events and initiatives, non-profit organizations, counselling, crisis intervention.

Commitment to personal and professional development and in continuing training and education through ongoing learning.

Maintains a high standard of professionalism, integrity, reliability, and credibility.

Properly wears & uses issued uniform(s), supplied personal protective equipment and safety systems, including Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, when necessary or directed.

Must be able to attend weekly trainings and calls, as required.

Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Language Requirement:English oral, reading, writing
Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3) with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.
Valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated
Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at [email protected].

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