Those wishing to apply may attend an orientation session. This session is designed to provide you with an overview of the fire service, a detailed description of the tests used by the Fire Department, and to provide you with answers to any questions you may have about the recruitment process.
Paid Per Call Firefighter Recruitment
Paid Per Call Firefighters are a key part of the Kenora Fire and Emergency Services response team. You can be part of this vital team that provides important services for our community.
Recruitment process guide
View the Paid Per Call Recruitment Process Guide for more details on the job duties, work performance, and training and participation of the position.
Recruitment process
Learn about the steps to become a Paid Per Call Firefighter. Dates are subject to change.
Step 2 - applications accepted
Apply online when the recruitment period opens.
Selected candidates will be invited to complete the Cooperative Personnel Services (CPS) Firefighter Entry- Aptitude Screen Test. Applicants must be able to attend the testing date.
Step 4 - Occupational Physical Assessment/Acrophobia Test
Applicants who advance from the Aptitude Screening stage must complete an Occupational Physical Assessment/Acrophobia Test.
The tasks that make up the physical testing are designed to reflect job-specific tasks required to perform firefighting duties. This analysis aims primarily to provide you with a realistic idea of incident tasks you will be expected to perform and to provide the Fire Department with a valid assessment of your physical capabilities relative to the functions required by the position.
Tasks include:
- Stair climb
- Hose drag
- Equipment carry
- Ladder raise and extension
- Forcible entry
- Search
- Rescue
- Ceiling breach and pull
Candidates for interviews will be selected. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all those who apply.
Candidates will be required to bring additional documentation and proof of credentials.
We will complete the final selection of suitable candidates.
Suitable candidates will be required to:
- Provide medical documentation from a physician stating they are medically cleared to perform the role (cost to the applicant);
- Submit a Police Records Check through the Ontario Provincial Police (cost to the applicant); and
- Submit an Ontario Driver’s License Abstract (a 3-year uncertified record) suitable to the employer dated within 60 days of the application closing date. Driver Records | Driver Record Online Order Form (driver-records.com) (full cost paid by the applicant).
Eligibility criteria
To be eligible for consideration as a Paid Per Call Firefighter for Kenora Fire and Emergency Services, you must:
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have a principal residence and/or employment within the municipality or a reasonable response time to the fire station as time is critical in responding to emergency incidents.
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provide proof of residence that you live within the fire station catchment area at time of application.
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have a valid Class G driver’s license, have or be able to obtain, a valid ‘D’ Driver’s License with ‘Z’ endorsement and have an acceptable drivers abstract.
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have a Grade 12 Diploma or the educational equivalent.
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be able to communicate clearly and understand both orally and in written English.
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be in good health and be capable of handling intense sustained physical effort.
Other general information
The Recruit Class will train together from September to December. The training schedule is listed on page 7 of the Paid Per Call Recruitment Process Guide. Training is provided in accordance with accredited standards of the National Fire Protection Association.
Paid Per Call firefighters receive remuneration for each hour worked and responding to incidents on a similar basis.
Paid Per Call Firefighters are supplied with personal protective clothing in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and City of Kenora policy. Paid Per Call Firefighters are also provided with Workplace Safety Insurance.
Questions
Thank you for considering joining the Kenora Fire and Emergency Services. We acknowledge the effort every applicant puts into the pursuit of being a firefighter and their desire to assist in the protection of the community.
If you have any questions, please contact Fire Chief at 807-467-2094.
Contact Us
City of Kenora
1 Main Street South
Kenora ON P9N3X2
Phone: 807-467-2000
After hours: 807-467-2080
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday to Friday
Closed on Holidays
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