Requisition ID: 20299
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 - $25.494 per hour (2025 rates of pay)
Location: 898 Industrial Avenue
City: Ottawa, ON
Job Category: Ottawa Fire Services
Application Close: 29/05/2026
Applications / resumes received will be used to staff current and on-going requirements until May 29,2026
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.
Successful completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma OSSD (Grade 12) or academic equivalent diploma.
Must be 18 years of age
Must live and /or work 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.
Must understand and follow the Chain of Command at all times.
Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.
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.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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 esc-cse@ottawa.ca.
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