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If getting hot, dirty and physical is your game – Fire/Rescue is for you. We offer virtually unlimited opportunities to explore the exciting world of firefighting and the training to do it safely. Whether you only assist on the outside – or run in to the fire as others are running out – there’s plenty for everyone to do on the fireground. The training is free, but the rewards are priceless.

Duties Include

Drive or ride Fire Department apparatus to alarms, place equipment, lay and connect hoses and nozzles, raise and climb ladders, use high-pressure water hoses, chemical extinguishing agents and other tools and equipment as required.
Ventilate burning structures; perform salvage operations and other related tasks.
Complete and maintain paperwork, records and forms as directed by the Company Officer.
Drive, operate and maintain fire department equipment and apparatus.
Are responsible to be familiar with and adhere to department policy and procedures.

Perform hazardous tasks for long periods of time in emergency conditions of high stress, strenuous physical exertion, and the risk of serious personal injury.
Remove persons from danger and administer or assist in emergency medical aid as required.
Participate in fire drills and attend classes on firefighting, emergency medical services, disaster control, and related fields.
Maintain skill level through ongoing training to prevent degradation of skills.
Receive emergency alarms; operate radio and other communications equipment under routine and emergency conditions.
Perform and maintain physical conditioning.

Perform minor maintenance and inspection of fire hydrants, apparatus, and equipment.
Test pumpers, hose, ladders and extinguishers.
Participate in public education.
Perform general cleaning and maintenance of quarters.
Maintain personal appearance as directed by department policy and procedures.

What to Expexct

Within one year of acceptance into membership, new Firefighters must complete a ~135-hour Basic Firefighting course hosted by the Maryland Fire Rescue Institute as well as obtain training in CPR/AED First Aide.

Firefighters must attend at least 50% of regularly scheduled or special drills each year following successful completion of the probation period. Each session lasts approximately 2 hours. Regular drills are typically scheduled on the second and fourth Tuesdays. Extra training sessions are scheduled as needed. (One drill per month June-August)

Active Fire/Rescue classified members must respond to a minimum of 50 total fire calls per year (equals an avg. of 4 calls per month).

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