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"The Desire to Serve, The
Courage to Act, The Ability to Perform" |
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Sometimes a person feels the
need to do something more than they are already doing. |
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Perhaps they feel a need to
contribute more. |
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Maybe they want to make a
difference that they can't make in their current career. |
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Or maybe, they hope to be part
of a greater cause.
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It's your decision!
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| What you do with your free time is obviously your
choice. What if you could truly make a difference? What if you could
significantly affect the lives of others by learning skills that can
keep them safe? You have the chance! |
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What could you do?
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| If you were given the training, would you
be willing to: |
 | Provide life saving CPR and emergency
medical skills? |
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| Respond to fire, rescue and public
service alarms? |
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| Use equipment such as fire
extinguishers, pry bars, hooks, ropes, ladders, power tools,
Jaws of Life, self contained breathing apparatus? |
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| Drive and operate fire
apparatus such as engines, rescue squads, ambulances,
fireboats and hovercraft units? |
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| Give public education presentations on
fire and life safety throughout the community? |
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How would I get trained?
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| If you have never received firefighting or
emergency medical training, the department will train you. Absolutely
no prior experience is necessary. Many people with no prior knowledge
of Fire and EMS operations are now fully trained, valued members of
WTFD. You would receive your basic firefighting and Emergency Medical
Technician training in one of the many "academy" style
courses WTFD participates in each year. After becoming a member of the
department, you will receive continuing education each week at our
weekly training drills with your peers from the department. The
fire/rescue and emergency medical service is a constantly changing
profession. The Washington Township Fire & Rescue Department makes
a strong commitment to the safety and well being of it's members by
providing top-level training and equipment. We also take great pride
in being one of the most progressive and well trained volunteer fire
departments in the area. |
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Volunteers that get paid?
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| Now, more than ever, the demands of society are
great. Many people work more than one job to get by. More often than
not, both spouses in a family work outside the home. And, children are
involved in more activities than ever before. As a result, your time
is very valuable. That's one of the reasons why volunteer firefighters
today are compensated for their time and service. That's right!
Today's volunteers at the Washington Township Fire & Rescue
Department actually receive a paycheck for the time they invest in the
community. Volunteers are paid for each call they respond to, as well
as many of the details and training they participate in. Yes, your
time is valuable. Make it worthwhile by serving as a Volunteer
Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician for your community. |
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Can I really make a difference?
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| Yes! We need your help! If it weren't for
volunteers, three-fourths of the United States would be without
adequate fire protection...including Washington Township. And few jobs
offer the challenges and rewards that the volunteer fire, rescue and
emergency medical service offers. Truthfully, the job is not for
everyone. You need courage, plenty of dedication and a willingness
to learn new skills. |
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Who else is volunteering?
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| Volunteer Firefighter/EMTs come from many diverse
backgrounds. We have highly dedicated men and women who are business
owners, marketing specialists, tradesmen, construction
workers, salespeople and many other individuals satisfying their need
to help their community and do more. No matter your background, you
have the ability to make a difference! |
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What are the requirements for a
Firefighter/EMT position?
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| Applicants must meet the following- |
| Must be 18 years of age and a High School
graduate or equivalent |
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| Residence within Washington Twp. or within a
1 mile radius of the fire station. |
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| Pass a background check. |
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| Pass a physical exam. |
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| Appointment by the Washington Twp. Trustees |
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Initial 16 Month Candidate/Probationary
Period-
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During your initial 4 month
"Candidate" period, you will be required to pass a Physical
Endurance and Agility (PHEATS) Test and complete department orientation training. Upon
successful completion, you will be moved up to
"Probationary" status. During the next 12 months, you will
be required to complete departmental specific training as well as
State of Ohio Volunteer Firefighter (36 Hours) and Emergency Medical Technician-
Basic (130 hours) training courses and obtain Ohio certification in each of these.
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How do I get started?
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| Stop by the fire station at 2469
Shoreland Ave. any Wednesday between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM or 7:00 PM and
9:00 PM to
receive an application and learn more about becoming a member of our
team. If you have any questions please call us at 419-726-2453 or send
an e-mail to
firefighters@wtfd.net |
