Volunteer Firefighter (Paid)
Belleville, ON, Canada
Part Time
Fire and Emergency Services Department
Entry Level
VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER (PAID)
Currently, the City of Belleville has an exciting opportunity for 2 highly motivated, strategic, and dynamic individuals to join our Fire and Emergency Services Department as a Volunteer Firefighter (Paid).
Number of Positions: Two (2)
Department: Fire and Emergency Services Department
File Number: SV26-47
Location: Fire Station #3 (4867 Old Highway 2, Belleville, ON)
Hours: On call with regularly scheduled training
Employee Group: Union - CLAC
Salary: $20.66 (probationary rate)
Closing Date: Friday May 22, 2026 at 4:30 PM
- Responsible for all fire suppression duties necessary to save life and property. Combat, extinguish and/or prevent fires by rapidly and efficiently performing varied duties as required under emergency conditions (frequently involving considerable hazard).
- Provide emergency medical response and aid; perform rescue/extrication operations where necessary to prevent loss of life or further injury from any cause.
- Provide service assistance with respect to, but not restricted to the following: police, paramedics and public.
- Responsible for station maintenance and upkeep of firefighting equipment and fire department property.
- Responsible for upgrading and maintaining skills/knowledge and physical requirements to current standards.
- Perform duties in fire prevention, public education or other duties as assigned.
- Operate any vehicle or equipment as assigned.
- Perform a variety of rescue related duties to protect the public and lessen severity of injuries.
- Lay and connect hoses; hold nozzles and direct high pressure water streams.
- Raise, climb and work from ladders.
- Operate all equipment associated with the control and extinguishment of fire or other incidents.
- Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing while working in noxious and/or smoke filled environments.
- Ventilate buildings and/or areas to release heat, smoke, or fumes.
- Place salvage covers to protect property and prevent water damage.
- Perform overhaul operations in order to ensure that the fire has been completely extinguished.
- Operate equipment, check safety of immediate area and bring required medical equipment to the scene.
- Assess situation/victims by taking medical history, visual and vital signs
- Conduct appropriate intervention, including CPR and other first-aid as required
- Assist paramedics - convey information, lift and carry heavy patients, etc.
- Manage crowd/by-standers/victim's relatives, etc.
- Perform a variety of rescue related duties to protect the public and lessen severity of injuries related to motor vehicle accidents, water hazards, industrial accidents, incidents involving hazardous materials, etc.
- Assess and perform extrication of the victim's in motor vehicle accidents.
- Perform various maintenance duties to apparatus, equipment and department property.
- Participate in departmental training programs to be proficient, knowledgeable and up to date with respect to equipment and procedures for firefighting, medical and other emergencies.
- Participate in public relations projects involving visits, demonstrations, parades, etc., as directed.
- Assist with on-the-job training of other firefighters.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- At time of hire have a valid Ontario G Class Driver’s Licence or greater.
- Required to obtain a valid Ontario DZ Class Driver’s Licence during the probationary period (1 year).
- Required to provide and maintain a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract at the discretion of the City of Belleville.
- Minimum of Grade 12 High School Diploma or approved equivalent.
- Be able to provide proof of a residence within the Station 3 catchment area as defined:
- Within Urban Response Area south of the 401 highway and east of Haig Road
- Be able to communicate in English both in speaking and writing.
- Be able to conduct routine maintenance and cleaning of stations and all types of apparatus and equipment used.
- Be able to work in a highly structured work environment and follow the rules, regulations and procedures of the Belleville Fire & Emergency Services Department.
- Be capable of learning and performing the various methods and techniques used in extinguishing and preventing fires and in rescue techniques.
- Have the ability to acquire a general knowledge of hazardous materials, poisonous substances, arson detection, life safety systems and other job-related subjects, and be familiar with the procedures associated with these subjects.
- Have the ability to make sound decisions and to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations.
- Maintain the physical strength and agility to perform hard work and operate all firefighting/rescue apparatus and equipment, as well as safety equipment under adverse conditions, frequently, for prolonged periods of time.
- Provide a Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (“CRC”) and Vulnerable Sector Screening (“VSC”) prior to commencing work at the City of Belleville.
- Required to pass the mandatory medical examination.
VOLUNTEER FIRE – RECRUITMENT PROCESS
- Stage 1: Candidates selected to move forward will be required to participate in an on-site practical.
- Stage 2: Offer of Employment
- A verbal and written offer will be provided to all candidates who are offered the position.
- During the offer of employment stage, candidates who receive a conditional offer will be required to provide all documents in accordance with the requirements of this position.
- References (required to provide two (2) employment-related references, as deemed appropriate by the City of Belleville)
- Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
- Driver’s Licence and Abstract
- Medical Examination (at no cost to the candidate)
- Required Onboarding Documents
- Stage 3: Start Date and Recruit Training
- Successful candidates who meet the conditions of employment will then commence with required organizational and departmental training.
HOW TO APPLY:
www.belleville.ca/careersWe thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please be advised that the City of Belleville uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job postings. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked frequently and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence regarding recruitments via email, it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the job posting.
The City of Belleville is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Division to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.
Personal information and any supporting material will be administered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA).
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