Volunteer Firefighter

Volunteer Firefighter The Maryville Fire Department and Polk Township Rural Fire Protection District are seeking applications for Volunteer Firefighters. In this position, firefighters wear a pager day-to-day and are dispatched to all types of emergency incidents including fires, vehicle crashes, hazardous materials incidents, alarms, medical emergencies, rescues, and miscellaneous unique events. Firefighters also assist with community details and prevention activities. Regular trainings are held bi-monthly on the 1st and 3rd Mondays at 7:00 pm. It's important that you know what you're getting yourself into if you apply. When you sign your name you are promising to put others' well-being ahead of your own, to give up time away from family whenever the tones drop, and to lose valuable sleep while you help a neighbor, all while out in the elements or in a building everyone else wants out of. But this position is not all give. In return, you receive the highest level of respect from your community, a purpose bigger than oneself, a camaraderie that stretches from coast to coast, continued education on topics ranging from fire suppression to medical care, and a list of other benefits that far outweigh the sacrifices made. We need your help to carry on the legacy of unwavering commitment that the fire service is known for. If you think you have what it takes, apply today! Once the position closes, applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview. No experience necessary. Must be 18 years or older to apply. Applicants will be required to complete a basic physical agility test and drug screening after joining. Training Provided: New members will attend the Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Course that will occur on November 30 and December 2 in person, following a hybrid model on Wednesday evenings after that. There will be an in-person Recruit Weekend Course on Friday, December 4 (6 p.m. - 10 p.m.) and Saturday, December 5 (8 a.m. - 5 p.m.). During this time, participants will receive their gear and basic instruction. Upon completion, members will move on to the full introduction to the Fire Service Course in Quarter 1 of 2027. Dates TBD. Live burns will follow. Scheduling adjustments may be considered on a case-by-case basis and to fit the needs of as many members as possible.