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Emergency Medical Technician - EMT

Lovettsville Vol Fire-Rescue Co

12837 Berlin Tpke
Lovettsville, VA 20180
540-822-5258


Description
Would you like to make a real difference in your town? Membership with Lovettsville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company is a great way to contribute.
Lovettsville Volunteer Fire and Rescue is looking for anyone interested in becoming a Firefighter, EMT, or Ambulance Driver.
Training and Protective gear are provided free of charge!

Those seeking Firefighter certification will undergo approximately 360 hours of training on nights and weekends over the course of 12 months.
Those seeking EMT-B certification will undergo approximately 240 hours of training on nights and weekends over the course of 10 months.

Ambulance Drivers requirements are much less and can usually be obtained within 2-3 months.

Volunteers can seek any single certification or multiple certifications!

There are also many other opportunities for advanced training in technical rescue, Engine Driver, Officer, Instructor, and many others!
We will provide the training, the equipment, and support to help you become a contributing member of a vital part of our town's support structure. All you need to have is the time and motivation, and in return, you'll gain the satisfaction of knowing you've helped your neighbors at their most difficult times.

Volunteer Category: EMT


Requirements
You must be at least 13 years of age to apply for cadet membership and at least 16 years of age for other membership categories.

You must complete a membership application and a full background check and driving record. We are required by Virginia state law (12VAC5-31-540) to obtain a criminal history background check conducted through the Central Criminal Records Exchange operated by the Virginia State Police.

Operational members must also pass a NFPA 1582 physical.

Non-certified, or those with a some of the below certs are always welcome, and we offer free training!

The following certifications are required by the county to ride as minimum staffing as a firefighter:
Hazmat Operations
Firefighter I
Firefighter II
Mayday FF Down
LP Gas Emergencies
EMR or EMT-B