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BECOME A FIREFIGHTER |
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We at the Clarenville Volunteer Fire Department are always looking for persons to become a volunteer fire fighter. Becoming a volunteer fire fighter is very rewarding and fulfulling. You will n-ot only become a part of our fire fighting team. but a part of a larger fire fighting community, who's goal is to help people in need. If you desire to be a member of our team, are 18 years of age or older, in good health, and possess a valid driver's licence, you may qualify for this opportunity. Men and women from many walks
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Will I Fit In?
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As a firefighter you become part of a worldwide community that extends beyond borders as seen in the media over the past few years. In addition to this our local family gets together for special functions such as Christmas Formal Dinner, Christmas kids party, Easter kids party, and various functions throughtout the year for firefighters and spouses. We are also visible in the community during the Santa Clause parade, Boot Drive for Muscular Dystrophy, |
and what would Clarenville Day be without the Firefighter's Steak Supper. We try our best to look after each other, that's what families do.
Do I Have The Skills?
We teach you all the technical skills you need to be a firefighter. Our in house training program is second to none and supported by the Office of the Fire Commissioner. Along with classroom training, firefighter receive training which include driving and operating all trucks and pumps as well as practical skills. At our training facility you can do fire attack, smoke house searches, ladder work, repelling, vehicle extrication, First Aid and many other exciting hands on training exercises.
How Will I Benefit?
The personal qualities you will gain are probably the most important. Teamwork, self-discipline, leadership, responsiblity, and the pride that comes from doing something exceptionally well will redefine who you are. Also upon completion of your training you will recieve a diploma as a certified Level 1 Firefighter. All of these attributes are definite assets when being reviewed by a future employer. In addition there are some monetary benefits and insurance coverage.
What We Ask of You
There is an interview process with the brigade's selection committee. If selected you will be required to attend Thurday night training and meeting as well as respond to emergency calls when possible.
What About Weekends?
We have 5 teams of 6 members. You team will be on calll every 5th weekend where you will be required to stay inside the Town's Limits to be able to respond if needed. The schedule is done for the complete year and getting someone to cover for you is allowed and is rarely a problem when you plan ahead. |
| What Kind of Equipment Will I Be Working With? |
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The Clarenville Volunteer Fire Department boasts some of the latest equipment in the province. Such as a 1999 pumper truck that can deliver one of the newest tools in firefighing - Firefighting Foam. The use of foam drastically reduces the amount of water required to fight fires thus reducing damage to property. This pumper also carries the Jaws of Life equipment for auto extrication calls. |
Additionally we have another pumpertruck and tanker along with an Equipment van that contains each firefighter's personal protective gear (Bunker suits), SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus), High angle rescue gear, portable lighting and a state of the art Thermal Imaging Camera.
Fire Prevention
Responding to emergency calls is not the only important thing we do. Fire prevention awareness is a very important topic that we work hard to get out to our residents. We have a large video collection, print material and Sparky the Fire Dog. These, along with some creativity from our members, are effective tools that we have at our disposal to get the message out.
Some of our members say that there is nothing more rewarding that teaching fire prevention to the kids.
If you fell up to the challenge, applications may be picked up during office hours, Monday to Friday at the Clarenville Town Office, or Contact us for more details.
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