Become a Volunteer Firefighter
WE ARE RECRUITING
Be part of the Squad!
Join our teams of men and women who are dedicated to protecting their families, neighbours and fellow residents in the Municipality of Casselman!
We respond to a variety of calls, including but not limited to house fires, vehicle accidents/fires, carbon monoxide emergencies, medical emergencies and more.
PROCESS
Attend the Information Session
Interested individuals, along with their spouse, are invited to an information session at the DeGuire community Hall on Wednesday October 29th, 2025 at 7 p.m.
758 Brebeuf, Casselman, ON
*This session is not required but recommended.
Application Submission
Applications must be submitted before Friday, November 7 at 8 a.m. to be considered for this recruitment period.
Written Test
Applicants who meet initial requirements will be invited to take a written test to assess knowledge and problem-solving skills.
CPAT Physical Ability Test
Candidates who pass the written test will move on to the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT), designed to evaluate your fitness and readiness for the demands of firefighting.
Interview
Successful CPAT candidates will be invited for an interview, allowing us to learn more about you and your motivation to join the team.
Training and Certifications
No experience? That’s fine! We will train you to prepare you for an exciting and rewarding career!
Retained applicants will move on to the training phase, where they’ll gain the skills and certifications needed to serve their community:
- First Responder (40 hours) - February
- NFPA 1101 Level 1 Firefighter Course (110 hours) - April/May
Terms and Conditions of Employment
When submitting an application for consideration, applicants are asked to acknowledge and agree that, if hired, they will comply with the following terms and conditions:
- Consent to undergo a medical examination.
- Provide reliable personal transportation.
- Participate in job-related physical fitness evaluations.
- Complete mandatory fire training during the probationary period.
- All Applicants must be 18 years or older at time of application.
- All applicants must have a valid G Ontario Driver’s licence at time of application.
- All applicants must live or work in an area served by the station.
- A vulnerable sector criminal record check must be provided prior to hiring.
- A driving abstract must be submitted prior to hiring.
Important: For safety reasons, beards or long facial hair are not permitted.