Volunteer Firefighters

Thank you for your interest in volunteering as a firefighter with Welland Fire and Emergency Services (WFES). You are encouraged to apply if you are a Welland resident looking for a challenging opportunity and aspire to serve your community.

There is typically only one recruitment for volunteer firefighters each calendar year, and this recruitment is open for approximately 30 days. During this timeframe, there is typically an open house where you can learn more about the physical, written, and behavioural testing involved.

Qualifications:

• Current, permanent resident of the City of Welland
• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
• Valid Class G Ontario driver’s licence, with a clean driving record
• Current First Aid and CPR (Level C) certification
• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• Clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Priority may be given to applicants with prior firefighting experience or NFPA 1001 certification

Thank you again for your interest in WFES. You are encouraged to keep an eye on the website.