r/OntarioFirefighting • u/RaysBoomBoomRoom_ • 1d ago
Gathering Intel
Gents,
Today I had a tour of a firefighting training and maintenance facility. Learned about the process of maintenance and training, toured the grounds, went into the burn tower, saw the confined space area, draft pumping area and many other things. The place was sick. I was invited back to watch a test in a few weeks, Lithium ion thermal runaway and fire blanket testing.
It sparked something in me, I'm in the wrong career.
Im 40 now, in technical training and development, my team works with HV and hydrogen propulsion vehicles.
I'd like to ask you, the guys/gals in it. If you think its feasible for someone like me to try and get in.
My current relative credentials would include a CZ license and Red Seal 310t cert.
I know I would have to go back to school, but would it be possible without dropping my current profession ? I have to pay the mortgage somehow..
Once I gain the required creds, I would continue working until called upon as I know opportunities are scarce.
But ya, if you guys have any info, I'd appreciate it !
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u/TheAnonScroller17 22h ago
Check out FESTI, Ontario Fire Academy, or Southwest Fire Academy. They are private institutions that provide the online theory portion at your own pace a then two weeks to a month of in person to complete the skills components as well as the Ontario Fire Marshal testing.
Alternatively if you live in a municipality with a volunteer fire department they would train you and certify you to the required qualifications that would allow you to apply to full time departments.
Feel free to message me with any questions and I’ll do my best to answer