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Brockville Professional Fire FightersBPFFAIAFF · OPFFA Local 536

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Becoming a Brockville Firefighter

A career in the Brockville Fire Department is one of the most demanding and rewarding paths in public service. Here is what you need to know before you apply.

Who Hires?

Hiring is conducted by the City of Brockville, not the association. BPFFA Local 536 represents firefighters once they are on the job. We do not manage the application process, set hiring timelines, or determine eligibility criteria. For the official posting and application portal, visit the City of Brockville careers page.

Recruitment is currently closed. The City of Brockville's most recent probationary firefighter posting closed on May 15, 2026. New openings are posted on the City's careers page, often as an eligibility list for future vacancies, so check back and prepare ahead of the next intake.

View City of Brockville careers and apply

Minimum Qualifications

These are the mandatory requirements from the City of Brockville's most recent probationary firefighter posting, which closed on May 15, 2026. The City sets its own requirements and can change them for each intake, so always confirm the current posting before applying.

  • Age and work authorization: 18 years of age or older by the application deadline, and legally entitled to work in Canada.
  • Education: an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD, Grade 12) or an academic equivalent diploma.
  • Firefighter certification (one of the following):
    • a pre-service firefighter education and training program certificate that includes NFPA 1001 Firefighter I & II certification, or
    • NFPA 1001 Firefighter I and II certification, or
    • a Letter of Compliance with NFPA Standards from the Ontario Fire Marshal's Office (Legacy), with proof of NFPA Hazmat Operations level.
  • First aid and CPR: a valid Standard First Aid Certificate with Level C CPR, kept valid throughout the recruitment process.
  • Driver's licence: a valid Ontario Class "D" driver's licence with a "Z" endorsement.
  • Medical standards: meet the NFPA 1582 medical standards at the time of the medical examination.
  • Residency: reside within a 45-minute commuting distance of Brockville, or be willing to relocate by the end of the probationary period.

What the Process Generally Looks Like

Career firefighter hiring in Ontario is competitive and multi-stage. While the City's specific process may vary, applicants typically move through:

  1. Written application and initial screening
  2. Physical abilities test (PAT)
  3. Written aptitude examination
  4. Interview panel
  5. Medical and psychological evaluation
  6. Background and reference check
  7. Offer of employment

There is no shortcut. Every stage matters.

Preparing Your Application

  • Earn your NFPA 1001 certifications through an accredited college program. Several Ontario community colleges offer fire protection technology diplomas.
  • Volunteer firefighting experience, while not always required, strengthens your application
  • Your Class "D" + "Z" licence takes time to obtain, so start early
  • Physical fitness is non-negotiable; train consistently well before testing

A Note from Local 536

We are proud of every member who wears a Brockville Fire Department badge. If you earn a spot on this department, you will join a team with deep roots in this community. We look forward to welcoming you to the union.

Questions about the association itself, not the hiring process, can be directed through our contact page.