It a Big Pair of Boots to Fill

Volunteer firefighters are trained to work under the direction of company officers to perform rescue, fire extinguishment, ventilation, salvage, overhaul, extrication and medical aid duties. More specifically, job functions and responsibilities include:

•          Responding to emergency calls
•          Working as part of a team at emergencies
•          Having or obtaining a thorough knowledge of all tools and equipment in use by the fire department
•          Assisting in maintaining all tools and equipment in use by the fire department
•          Actively taking part in the general care and maintenance of the fire station
•          Participating in required training sessions
•          Abiding by the policies and procedures of the fire department
•          Becoming familiar with the streets and general conditions of the district
•          Maintaining all department-issued equipment
•          Carrying out orders of superior officers
•          Being willing and able to work in hazardous situations
•          Following safety procedures and regulations

But the Rewards Make it All Worthwhile!

Everyone has their own personal reasons for wanting to become a volunteer firefighter. Some are driven by a longstanding family tradition, while others are seeking to forge their own personal tradition of community service. Whatever the motivating factor, there are many rewards and incentives, the greatest of which is a sense of belonging to a brotherhood/sisterhood that is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced before. Other rewards include:

•          Ongoing challenge and excitement
•          Meeting new people who share a common interest
•          Basic training
•          Gaining new job skills
•          Insurance and retirement benefits
•          Flexible time schedules
•          Up to $1,000 tax allotment
•          Opportunities to earn part-time pay
•          General feeling of satisfaction from helping others

Why Wait to Join?

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer firefighter, simply fill out the attached application and mail it to the fire department you would like to serve, at the bottom of this page. A representative of the department will contact you to further discuss your qualifications, answer any questions you may have and arrange for you to complete the application process.

The Fire Departments of Enfield Application for Volunteer Membership

  Printable Application 

Each Fire Department is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. State and Federal Law prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, mental retardation, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status, except in case of a bonafide occupational qualification law.

This application constitutes part of the examination process. It must be completed fully and accurately, even if a resume or other supporting materials are attached. Applications may be rejected or receive less consideration if answers are incomplete, vague or evasive. All statements are subject to investigation. Statements of fact found to be false, exaggerated or misleading may result in your disqualification.

Department for which you would like to volunteer:

Last Name: __________________________________

First Name, Ml.: ______________________________

Date of Birth:   ___/___/____

Address:  ___________________________________

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Telephone: __________________________________

E-mail: _____________________________________

Social Security Number: ____—___—____

Have you ever filed an application here before? ¢Yes   ¢No

If Yes, Give Date: :   ___/___/____

Educational Background

High School  ____________________

Location __________________________

Course of Study ____________________

Did You Graduate?  ¢Yes   ¢No

Degree(s) Earned ______________________

College(s) ___________________________

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Location  _____________________________

              _____________________________

Course of Study  _______________________

Did You Graduate?  ¢Yes   ¢No

Degree(s) Earned _______________________

Graduate School ____________________

                           _____________________

Location  _____________________________

              _____________________________

Course of Study  _______________________

Did You Graduate?  ¢Yes   ¢No

Degree(s) Earned _______________________

Specialized Training and Skills: List any special qualifications or experience not covered elsewhere in this application that you feel may qualify you for this position (i.e. seminars, special awards, professional memberships, licenses, etc).

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A Call to Action

With 33.8 square miles and more than 45,000 residents to protect, The Fire Departments of Enfield is always in need of courageous men and women to serve as volunteer firefighters.

Our members, including the Enfield, Hazardville, North Thompsonville, and Shaker Pines Fire Departments, invite you to join forces with them for a life changing experience — not only for you, but for the individuals and families whose lives you will touch along the way.

The Fire Departments of Enfield

The Fire Departments of Enfield work in cooperation with one another to serve and protect their community. For more information about volunteering, please contact the department of specific interest to you, as listed below:

Last Modified: 2/3/2006 12:48:27 PM