The Ottawa International Airport Authority (Authority) is accepting applications for a Airport Fire Fighter position.

Reporting to the Captain, the successful candidate will be a member of the Authority’s Airport Fire Service team, which operates in accordance with the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Responds to emergency situations according to the regulatory requirements of the CARs
• Participates in the development of tactical operations at all emergency situations;
• Participates in operations as required by the Fire Captain
• Displays teamwork and a desire for learning and advancement
• Plays an active role in the preservation of life, property, and environment
• Prevents, extinguishes and protects exposures from fire loss
• Administers advanced first aid and CPR/defibrillation
• Participates in fire suppressions operations
• Participates in salvage and overhaul operations after a fire has been extinguished
• Participates in the research on technological change and evaluates programs and procedures relating to operations and equipment
• Participates in Airport community education and public relations as required

The successful candidate must :

• Be able to participate in and successfully complete an airport Fire Fighter qualifying program, NFPA 1003 Standard;
• Have excellent analytical and situational awareness skills accompanied by a good sense of judgment; 
• Be conscientious and dependable, must be able to work within a team environment, positively interact with a diverse work environment and be willing to perform any task assigned; 
• Be able to take initiative and able to work independently with minimum supervision;
• Have customer service skills to assist all members of the public;
• Successfully complete a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) or have documented proof of successfully completed a CPAT, or equivalent (military firefighter annual test), within the last twelve (12) months;
• Have an Ontario Provincial Driver’s Licence Class DZ or Class 3, or the equivalent from another province, along with a driver’s abstract (issued within the last month); and 
• Provide a copy of International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or ProBoard certificates at time of application.

These abilities, combined with a professional and positive attitude, will ensure success in building positive working relationships in a team environment.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS :

• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• Obtained their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) or academic equivalent diploma (document required)
• Successful completion of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 Level 1 & 2
• Qualified to NFPA 1072 (472) Operations level
• Valid Standard First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) level Health Care Providers (HCP) / Basic Life Support (BLS) certificates (supporting documentation required)
• Commitment to personal and professional development and in continuing training and education through ongoing learning
• Demonstrated initiative, autonomy, positive attitude and a sense of responsibility
• Demonstrated mental alertness and mechanical aptitude
• Must be fit and able to handle the physical, emotional, and mental effort required to perform duties of this position
• Computer and technology skills to report completion and development, training, as well as technology use during emergencies
• Effective communication skills (written, reading and verbal) in English

ASSETS :

• Qualified to NFPA 1003
• Qualified to NFPA 1002
• Qualified to NFPA 1041 
• Qualified to NFPA 1021 Level 1 
• Emergency Medical Responder certification
• Other relevant specialized training, qualifications, or experience
• Demonstrated community service and/or volunteer involvement
• Current annual live fire certification as per the regulatory requirements of the CARs
• Bilingualism (English and French)

ABOUT THE POSITION :

Salary

• $109,279 per year in accordance with the current Collective Agreement (July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2025 rates)
• New recruits shall be remunerated as follows:
  i) 70% for the first six (6) months;
  ii) 80% for the next six (6) months; and
  iii) 90% for the following twelve (12) months.

Job requirements

• Provide a driver’s abstract (issued within the last month)
• Successfully obtain security clearance check for a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)
• Obtain within 90 days of hire:
  • An Airside Vehicle Operator Permit (AVOP – D); and
  • A Restricted Radio Operator’s Certificate. 

To explore this opportunity, please send your resume to [email protected] by February 28, 2025.

The Authority is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and to achieving a workforce that is representative of the diversity of the Canadian population. We strongly encourage candidates to self-identify if they are Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, or members of visible minorities.