Do you have a strong desire to help others, and perform your work with courage and dedication? Volunteer firefighters play an essential role in keeping the county’s citizens safe. That’s why Haldimand County ensures all of our firefighters are expertly trained and properly equipped. If you want to do something important for your community and are willing to take on a challenging opportunity, complete the below PDF application form to become a volunteer firefighter.
Come out to learn more about the service and ask any questions that you may have at one of the below public information session nights. These will be held at 6:00 pm at the Cayuga Station located at 11 Thorburn St S Cayuga.
- October 18th 2022
- November 15th 2022
Haldimand County Emergency Services – Fire operates out of 11 stations strategically placed throughout the County. As a member of this dedicated team, you will:
- Respond to firefighting and rescue operations
- Operate and maintain fire apparatus and equipment, and
- Participate in public relations and education
Apply to Become a Volunteer Firefighter
The process starts with the applicant submitting an application. Application Deadline is December 31 2022. Applications are reviewed and divided into service areas according to fire halls. For halls requiring recruits, the applications are forwarded to the District Chief for review. Applicants chosen will be contacted for an interview. After the interview process is complete, chosen applicants will be contacted to attend a physical abilities test.
If the applicant passes the physical abilities test, they will receive a conditional offer of employment with details of all the forms and medicals that need to be submitted. In early March, an orientation of new recruits with Emergency Services staff is held and then an approximate 7 month recruit training program will begin. Recruits will be trained and certified to the NFPA Standards 1001 Firefighter Level I & II.