Recruitment

People interested in becoming a volunteer firefighter with the Municipality of Highlands East Fire Department must complete our online application form. Once submitted, your application will be reviewed and you will be contacted about next steps.

Who can apply

We are accepting applications for people working or living in the Municipality of Highlands East. Applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications:

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 our fire stations.
We may ask for additional qualifications within the application form.

Firefighter duties and expectations

As a firefighter with the Municipality of Highlands East Fire Department, you will be participating in several areas of fire department operations:

fire suppression
extrication at motor vehicle accidents
first aid (including CPR and Automated External Defibrillation)
fire prevention
public education and awareness
fire truck and equipment cleaning and maintenance
fire hall and truck bay cleaning and maintenance
regular and specialized training
regular meeting nights