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Job summary

Volunteer firefighters are responsible for responding to emergency calls and participating in public safety events within the community. They must also commit to an ongoing training schedule to maintain operational readiness.

Job details

Looking to give back in a big way? The North Perth Fire Department [https://www.northperth.ca/home-property-roads/emergency-services-and-safety/fire-department/] (NPFD) is currently accepting applications for volunteer Firefighters for the Listowel and Monkton stations. Join the department and become a trained firefighter right here in your community. Flexible, meaningful service that fits real life. From emergency response to public safety events, every call answered makes a real impact. Application Requirements: * Be at least 18 years of age * Reside within the Municipality of North Perth * Available to respond on an on-call basis, 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays. * Hold a valid Class G Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a DZ license within 2 years of service. * Committed to the required on-going training schedule including evening and weekends. * Willing to complete all training required for NFPA 1001 Firefighter 1, Firefighter 2 and Hazmat NFPA 470 firefighting qualifications within 2 years of service. * Physical and mental capacity to become a certified firefighter in the province of Ontario within 2 years of joining the NPFD. *Successful candidates will be required to complete an aptitude test, physical/medical screening, Vulnerable Sector Check and provide a clean drivers abstract. Interested in learning more about becoming a Volunteer Firefighter? Join us at the upcoming Recruitment Open House where you will have an opportunity to chat with firefighters, take a closer look at the equipment and tour a station! Thursday October 8, 2026 6:30PM - 8:00PM Monkton Fire Station - 215 Nelson St. Monkton N0K1P0 Applications are being accepted until Friday October 16, 2026. North Perth is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a respectful workplace. Upon request, HR will provide accommodations to applicants as needed throughout the recruitment process.

What you’ll do

Volunteer firefighters are responsible for responding to emergency calls and participating in public safety events within the community. They must also commit to an ongoing training schedule to maintain operational readiness.

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old, reside in North Perth, and hold a valid Class G driver's license. Applicants must be willing to complete NFPA 1001 and NFPA 470 certifications within two years of service.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Emergency response
• Public safety
• Firefighting
• Hazmat operations
• Physical fitness
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Emergency Response
• Firefighter II Certification
• Firefighter I Certification
• Firefighter Certification
• NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) Codes
• Valid Driver's License

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Government & Public Sector
• Social Services
• Firefighter
• Fire Fighters
• Firefighters