Join The WFD
Firefighters:
Firefighters are required to maintain a minimum level of training to reduce the possibility of injury to themselves, their crew mates and those they serve. Firefighters are also required to serve on committees and assist the company with every task that do not involve emergency incidents. Firefighters are assigned to a section/station and report directly to their assigned company officer and are expected to assist that section with weekly assignments. Assignments may include but not limited to: vehicle maintenance, fire apparatus and equipment check, engine house clean up and building maintenance.
Education, Certification, and Experience Required
Must be a minimum 18 years of age.
Must reside in Washington Fire Department's response area or an adjoining fire district.
Should be in good physical condition to perform the strenuous activities of firefighting
Must pass a required physical and drug screening
Must have a high school diploma or GED
Must maintain a valid driver's license
Must be certified by the Missouri Division of Fire Safety as Firefighter I and II, or complete certification within two years of joining the Department (Firefighter only Requirement)
Administration:
Administration members report directly to their assigned company officer and assist the fire company through a support role by serving on committees and completing administration tasks. Administration members will be assigned to a section/station to help with weekly assignments. Assignments may include but not limited to: IT support, fire apparatus maintenance, building maintenance, finance, etc. Administration members are not required to meet training requirements or respond to incidents. Administration members are required to meet the same qualifications as a firefighter with the exception firefighter I and II certifications.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
Directly reports to their assigned company officer
Assist their assigned section members and officers in the performance of routine maintenance in order to keep equipment and stations at the ready.
Attend training to maintain and improve the required firefighting skills
Respond to emergency incidents to carry out the tactical objectives of the Department. (Fire Fighter only requirement)
Assist with public relations events to promote the fire service, and educate the citizenry on fire prevention.
Washington Volunteer Fire Company
Application Procedures
Applications for membership in the Washington Volunteer Fire Company may be obtained at any time from the Assistant Chief or Department Secretary during normal business.
Return the application to the Assistant Chief or Department Secretary.
Upon completion of the application, the Company Board will conduct an oral interview with the applicant. The completed interview form will be attached to the application.
The Board members will give the application to the Department Secretary, who will submit a request for background check with the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
Upon Receipt of the background Check, the application will be given to the Chief for the first reading at the next regularly scheduled Company Meeting. After the first reading, the application will be turned over to the Deputy Chief, for investigation by the Investigating Committee.
The Investigation Committee will review and verify the information on the application, and make a recommendation to the Fire Company to reject or accept the applicant as a trainee.
The application and recommendation will be given to the Chief for a second reading at the next regularly scheduled Company Meeting.
The application will be read a second time at the Company Meeting, and the Fire Company will vote to accept or reject the application as an associate member.
The accepted member will be assigned to a Section of the Fire Company by the Chief Officers, and receive from the Company Secretary a packet of forms to be completed and returned to the Department Secretary.
The accepted member will meet with the Section Leader.
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FAQs
Do I need to have firefighting experience or knowledge?
Not to join but you will be required to obtain the necessary firefighter certifications within two years of your start date.
Who pays for my firefighter training?
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Do I need my own gear?
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Is there insurance in case of injuries?
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How many hours a month are required?
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Can I just volunteer for special projects?
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