Posting Date:   August 5, 2026
Closing Date: August 14, 2026
Department: Timmins Fire Dept.
Hours per Week: 42 hours per week (24-hour shift schedule)
Benefits Entitlement: Yes
Pension Entitlement: Yes – Employer Matched Contributions
Existing Position: Yes
NOC: 42101
Salary: $68,711 (2026)
Union:   TPFFA

The Corporation of the City of Timmins is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter.

The City of Timmins, population 41,788 (2016 Census), is centrally located in Northeastern Ontario and is recognized as a regional hub for shopping, culture commerce, health and education. In addition to offering modern amenities such as a regional hospital, superior telecommunications infrastructure and an airport that supports both scheduled daily flights and private carriers, a vast area of rugged wilderness is available minutes from the City’s residential areas. Over 500 lakes, rivers and streams are accessible by road, or through a network of ATV or snowmobile trails, all within City limits.

The Timmins Fire Department is a progressive composite department which comprises of one (1) Composite Fire Station which includes suppression, prevention and training division as well as five (5) Volunteer Fire Stations and an airport fire hall.

If you are an energetic, progressive and safety oriented individual, then this position will be of interest to you!

The Firefighter is primarily responsible for operational preparedness and emergency response. The Firefighter is responsible for the safe, effective and efficient employment of tactics and tasks at emergency incidents at the direction of an Officer.

The Firefighter is also responsible for developing pre-plans, conducting inspections, and delivering fire prevention education programs.

Your role will include:

• Perform Fire and Life Safety Inspection and Public Education Activities
• Perform Pre-Planning information collection
• Perform Fire Suppression and Rescue Operations
• Perform hazardous materials and Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Operations
• Provide emergency patient care
• Perform firefighter safety practices
• Operate and maintain fire apparatus and equipment
• Perform administrative duties
• Demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional development
• Other duties as assigned

We invite candidates who have following basic qualifications:

• Be not less than 18 years of age
• Secondary school Graduation Diploma or equivalent as approved by the Ministry of Education
• Possess a valid Ontario Driver’s License – Class DZ or AZ
• Clear Driver’s License Abstract; with no more than (6) demerit points
• Clear and Current Criminal Record Check and Judicial Matters Check
• Physically and medically fit for firefighting duties
• IFSAC OR PROBOARD CERTIFICATION NFPA 1001: Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications, Level 1 and 2; IFSAC OR PROBOARD CERTIFICATION NFPA 1072: Standard for Hazardous Materials/Weapons of Mass Destruction Emergency Response Personnel Qualifications, Operations Level, or equivalent.
• Proof of current Canadian Red Cross First Responder, or equivalent
• Bilingualism is a definite asset

NOTE: Testing will be used to evaluate candidates applying for the position.

The application package is available on the City website at www.timmins.ca (Our Services – Popular Links – Careers – Current Career Opportunities)

RECRUITMENT STEPS TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF DATES
Step 2 - Municipal Swimming Test August 21, 2026 (morning)
Step 3 - Differential Aptitude Test August 24, 2026 (afternoon)
Step 4 - Psychological Testing August 27, 2026 (afternoon)
Step 5 - Medical Assessment, Examination and Testing September 2, 2026 or September 8, 2026 - Various Times
Step 6 - Fitness Assessment September 12, 2026
Step 7 - Interview September 17 or 18, 2026 (morning)

How to Apply

To apply for this position, applications must be received by the Human Resources Department no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date of August 14, 2026.

Via Email:   human_resources@timmins.ca

The City of Timmins is committed to providing a safe and supportive workplace where diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of how we conduct business. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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