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Firefigher/EMT
Manistee Twp Fire Dept
1331 Hill Rd
Manistee, MI 49660
231-723-4002
Description
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Manistee Township Fire Department. These pages provide a brief explanation of the basic requirements of the application process, probationary requirements, and member’s duties, as well as the Fire Department Structure.
The Manistee Twp. Fire Dept. has been saving lives and property for over 40 years now. The community relies on dedicated volunteers willing to commit the time necessary to our department to respond to more than 245 emergency calls per year. The department responds to structure fires, rescues, medical emergencies, motor vehicle accidents, forest fires, fire alarms, and public service calls to name a few. Department membership offers a once in a lifetime experience to become a part of a team that is dedicated to saving lives, property, and resources.
A firefighter serves the community in a public safety position of trust. Firefighters must be trustworthy, honest and willing to demonstrate loyalty and reliability. This includes a clean driving record and background, no drug use, and responsible alcohol use. A DUI conviction within 3-5 years of testing will likely disqualify you from being accepted.
Firefighting is a profession that takes preparation through education and training. We hope you will make the commitment needed to become part of this team and, as such, part of the tradition of excellence.
Membership Application Procedure:
Pick up an application at the station on any Monday night from 7pm to 9pm.
Please fill out ALL portions of the application.
Include copies of any fire/medical training or certifications you have with your application.
Bring your application back to the station on any Monday night from 7pm to 9pm and give to an officer.
The Interview Committee will review your application and you will be called to setup an interview. Interviews are usually held prior to our 7pm Monday night meetings. This is a verbal informal interview and further explanation of the Fire Department procedures and expectations.
The interview Committee will decide whether your application should proceed to the Department for a vote at the next business meeting. If your application is approved, you will begin a 6 month probationary period.Upon approval for probationary membership you may receive gear/pager/or other equipment necessary to meet the needs of you and the dept.
The Manistee Twp. Fire Dept. has been saving lives and property for over 40 years now. The community relies on dedicated volunteers willing to commit the time necessary to our department to respond to more than 245 emergency calls per year. The department responds to structure fires, rescues, medical emergencies, motor vehicle accidents, forest fires, fire alarms, and public service calls to name a few. Department membership offers a once in a lifetime experience to become a part of a team that is dedicated to saving lives, property, and resources.
A firefighter serves the community in a public safety position of trust. Firefighters must be trustworthy, honest and willing to demonstrate loyalty and reliability. This includes a clean driving record and background, no drug use, and responsible alcohol use. A DUI conviction within 3-5 years of testing will likely disqualify you from being accepted.
Firefighting is a profession that takes preparation through education and training. We hope you will make the commitment needed to become part of this team and, as such, part of the tradition of excellence.
Membership Application Procedure:
Pick up an application at the station on any Monday night from 7pm to 9pm.
Please fill out ALL portions of the application.
Include copies of any fire/medical training or certifications you have with your application.
Bring your application back to the station on any Monday night from 7pm to 9pm and give to an officer.
The Interview Committee will review your application and you will be called to setup an interview. Interviews are usually held prior to our 7pm Monday night meetings. This is a verbal informal interview and further explanation of the Fire Department procedures and expectations.
The interview Committee will decide whether your application should proceed to the Department for a vote at the next business meeting. If your application is approved, you will begin a 6 month probationary period.Upon approval for probationary membership you may receive gear/pager/or other equipment necessary to meet the needs of you and the dept.
Volunteer Category: Firefighter, EMT, Community Education, Department Support
Requirements
Probationary Member Requirements
During the probationary period you will, with the help of a Mentor/FTO/Truck Engineer/Fellow Firefighters, go through the MTFD Probationary Firefighter Training Program.
1. As you complete Probationary Firefighter Training you will submit your completed training sheets to the Training Officer for review.
2. After the Training Officer has reviewed your training sheets with you they will be sent to the Chief or Asst. Chief for final review.
3. During this final review the Chief or Asst. Chief may call upon you to answer some questions on what you have learned during your probationary time.
You’ll have 6 months to complete this MTFD Probationary Firefighter Training Program. We will take into account your availability as we are a volunteer fire department and have to work around schedules.
During your probationary time you are subject to approval of the membership. You are encouraged to come down to the station anytime there is an special event, training, meeting, department function, and medical/fire call. This allows you to get to know your fellow firefighters and for them to get to know you.
As a probationary member, you are encouraged to run as many calls as possible. There are no restrictions on what time of day you run, or what types of calls you run (unless you are a cadet member) or non-medical. However, your assigned duties on any call will be relevant to your current level of training. During this time you will also not be allowed to run lights and siren.
At the conclusion of your 6 month probation period, you will be voted on by the membership to become a full active member of the department. Keep in mind, your participation in the training program will weigh heavily on the memberships decision.
Once a Full Active Member
A. You will be required to have at a minimum FF I and Medical First Responder within 2 years of full active membership.
(This training is given normally through the county, but can be done in the station if needed)
B. Maintain a current and valid Michigan State driver’s license.
C. Complete yearly required training to include;
a. Basic firefighting skills (SCBA, Apparatus, Search & Rescue, Drivers Training, Personal Protective Equipment, Incident Command, Ladders, Fire Streams, Ropes & Knots, etc…
b. CPR
c. First Aid
d. Hazmat Awareness
e. Bloodborne Pathogens
f. Basic Medical First Responder skills (Continued Education Units)
All training normally takes place at the station, but can be held at different places throughout the county.
As a full active member you’ll be able to attend free training that is sponsored by the Manistee County Firefighter Association this training will take place throughout the county. This may include but not limited to; Wildland Firefighter, Hazmat Operations, Incident Command, Aircraft Rescue, Emergency Vehicle Operations, Rapid Intervention Team, and Propane Emergency’s just to name a few.
MTFD Fire Department Structure
The department consists of a Fire Chief, Assistant Chief, Captain, 1st Lieutenant, 2nd Lieutenant, Treasurer, Secretary, Training Officer, Truck Engineers, Firefighters, Cadets, and Probationary members.
The Line Officers (Chief, Asst. Chief, Captain, and Lieutenants) have specific areas of responsibilities, both operational and administrative. They are responsible for the supervision of personnel both in and out of the station along with various other duties. In the absence of a line officer, the highest ranking Senior Firefighter (highest trained with most experience in Department) is responsible for the supervision of personnel. In the absence of a senior firefighter, responsibility falls to the highest ranking firefighter and so on.
During the probationary period you will, with the help of a Mentor/FTO/Truck Engineer/Fellow Firefighters, go through the MTFD Probationary Firefighter Training Program.
1. As you complete Probationary Firefighter Training you will submit your completed training sheets to the Training Officer for review.
2. After the Training Officer has reviewed your training sheets with you they will be sent to the Chief or Asst. Chief for final review.
3. During this final review the Chief or Asst. Chief may call upon you to answer some questions on what you have learned during your probationary time.
You’ll have 6 months to complete this MTFD Probationary Firefighter Training Program. We will take into account your availability as we are a volunteer fire department and have to work around schedules.
During your probationary time you are subject to approval of the membership. You are encouraged to come down to the station anytime there is an special event, training, meeting, department function, and medical/fire call. This allows you to get to know your fellow firefighters and for them to get to know you.
As a probationary member, you are encouraged to run as many calls as possible. There are no restrictions on what time of day you run, or what types of calls you run (unless you are a cadet member) or non-medical. However, your assigned duties on any call will be relevant to your current level of training. During this time you will also not be allowed to run lights and siren.
At the conclusion of your 6 month probation period, you will be voted on by the membership to become a full active member of the department. Keep in mind, your participation in the training program will weigh heavily on the memberships decision.
Once a Full Active Member
A. You will be required to have at a minimum FF I and Medical First Responder within 2 years of full active membership.
(This training is given normally through the county, but can be done in the station if needed)
B. Maintain a current and valid Michigan State driver’s license.
C. Complete yearly required training to include;
a. Basic firefighting skills (SCBA, Apparatus, Search & Rescue, Drivers Training, Personal Protective Equipment, Incident Command, Ladders, Fire Streams, Ropes & Knots, etc…
b. CPR
c. First Aid
d. Hazmat Awareness
e. Bloodborne Pathogens
f. Basic Medical First Responder skills (Continued Education Units)
All training normally takes place at the station, but can be held at different places throughout the county.
As a full active member you’ll be able to attend free training that is sponsored by the Manistee County Firefighter Association this training will take place throughout the county. This may include but not limited to; Wildland Firefighter, Hazmat Operations, Incident Command, Aircraft Rescue, Emergency Vehicle Operations, Rapid Intervention Team, and Propane Emergency’s just to name a few.
MTFD Fire Department Structure
The department consists of a Fire Chief, Assistant Chief, Captain, 1st Lieutenant, 2nd Lieutenant, Treasurer, Secretary, Training Officer, Truck Engineers, Firefighters, Cadets, and Probationary members.
The Line Officers (Chief, Asst. Chief, Captain, and Lieutenants) have specific areas of responsibilities, both operational and administrative. They are responsible for the supervision of personnel both in and out of the station along with various other duties. In the absence of a line officer, the highest ranking Senior Firefighter (highest trained with most experience in Department) is responsible for the supervision of personnel. In the absence of a senior firefighter, responsibility falls to the highest ranking firefighter and so on.
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