Posted 23 days ago
Paid Per Call Firefighter
@ City of Kenora
Kenora, Ontario
Overview
The City of Kenora is hiring paid-per-call firefighters for its composite fire department. The role responds to emergency incidents such as fires, rescues and hazardous events, with recruit training provided. The posting states a probationary rate of $27.40 per hour and an average commitment of 2 to 5 hours per week.
Pay:
$27.40 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Respond to fires, rescues and other emergency incidents
- Work as part of a crew to mitigate emergencies
- Operate firefighting equipment, apparatus and rescue tools
- Drive department vehicles and apparatus when qualified
- Assist with fire prevention and public education
Requirements summary:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid unrestricted Ontario G driver's licence, willing to obtain DZ
- Ability to meet physical demands of firefighting
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies
- Commitment to ongoing training
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-15
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 3.5 |
| Schedule | day, evening, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors, Vehicle |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer none |
| Licences & certifications | Vulnerable Sector Check, Medical health evaluation |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector, driving record |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, Racialized people, People with disabilities |
| Education | High school (required) |
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City of Kenora
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To be accountable, collaborative, and informed team that takes pride in delivering value-added municipal services.
Full company description
The City of Kenora is located in Northwestern Ontario, just east of the Manitoba border. Kenora is an internationally recognized visitor destination and gateway for the world renown Lake of the Woods. Visitors and residents are provided access to a limitless range of recreation, leisure, and adventure opportunities. Kenora’s population of approximately 15,000 residents is bolstered by a seasonal resident population estimated to be two to three times larger than the permanent resident population. Our Mission: To be an accountable, collaborative, and informed team that takes pride in delivering value-added municipal services. Our Vision: Kenora provides a high quality of life for residents and unforgettable experiences for visitors by celebrating and embracing the community’s rich heritage, diversity, and natural environment.
- LinkedIn followers
- 945
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 128
- Reported office locations
- 1 Main St S, Kenora, Ontario P9N 3X2, CA
- Business categories
- Health Care
- Education
- Government
- Other recorded names
- City of Kenora
- The City of Kenora
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
The City of Kenora is located in Northwestern Ontario, just east of the Manitoba border. Kenora is an internationally recognized visitor destination and gateway for the world renown Lake of the Woods. Visitors and residents are provided access to a limitless range of recreation, leisure, and adventure opportunities. Kenora’s population of approximately 15,000 residents is bolstered by a seasonal resident population…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Government Administration |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Kenora, Ontario |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 9 |
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CITY OF KENORA
FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES
PAID-PER-CALL FIREFIGHTER
Salary: $27.40 per hour (Probationary rate) Hours Commitment: 2-5 hours per week (average)
The Recruit Paid-Per-Call Firefighter is an entry level position in the fire service and no experience is necessary as recruit training will be provided. Paid-Per-Call Firefighters provide an important service to the City of Kenora and are a dedicated part of our composite fire department.
The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
- Responding to emergency incidents including fires, rescues, hazardous incidents, and other public safety emergencies.
- Working as part of a crew to safely and effectively mitigate emergencies and protect life and property.
- Operating firefighting equipment, apparatus, and specialized rescue tools.
- Driving department vehicles and apparatus when qualified and assigned.
- Participating in recruit training and ongoing firefighter training to develop and maintain required certifications and skills
- Assisting with fire prevention initiatives, public education programs, and community events.
- Remaining physically and mentally prepared to perform the duties of a firefighter in challenging environments.
- Following departmental policies, procedures, and safe work practices at all times
- All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent.
- Valid unrestricted Ontario Glass “G” Driver’s License (or equivalent) and be willing to attain a DZ Driver’s License
- Commitment to ongoing training and professional development.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of firefighting and emergency response.
- Ability to remain calm and perform effectively in emergency situations.
- Demonstrates and upholds the core values of Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, Excellence, and Service
In addition, successful candidates will be required to submit the following documentation at their own cost:
- Completion of a 3-year Driver’s License Abstract deemed satisfactory to the Employer
- Completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check deemed satisfactory to the Employer
- Completion of Medical Health Evaluation
The City of Kenora is an equal opportunity Employer and committed to building a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the community we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable employment, including but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized communities or visible minorities, persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities, diverse sexual and gender identities, orientations and/or expressions, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The City of Kenora is committed to providing accommodation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation, please advise the Human Resources department in advance to ensure your participation in the recruitment and selection process.
Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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