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Apparatus Driver/Operator

Cottekill Vol Fire Co

240 Cottekill Rd.
Cottekill, NY 12419
845-687-7161


Description
The Cottekill Volunteer Fire Company is seeking two (2) daytime and two (2) nighttime apparatus driver/operators. Must be highly motivated and physically fit individuals who can commit to the training demands and the duties described below.

Performs firefighting duties such as: Drives fire apparatus, operates the pump and other auxiliary equipment, lays and connects hoses, sets up scene lighting, performs traffic control, assists interior firefighters with air bottle changes and filling of air bottles, assists incident commanders with personnel accountability and communications, and responds and performs emergency medical assistance to the level of certified training.

Participates in fire drills and attends training classes in apparatus operations, firefighting, first aid and other related subjects.

Handles routine custodial maintenance of the Fire Company equipment, apparatus and quarters.

Conform to the safety requirements of the Fire Company.

Daytime Availability: 6:00am to 6:00pm
Nighttime Availability: 6:00pm to 6:00am

Volunteer Category: Firefighter


Requirements
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must successfully pass a NYS Firefighter background check (No cost to applicant)
Must successfully pass an OSHA Exterior Firefighter Physical (No cost to applicant)
Must successfully complete basic training to obtain a NYS Apparatus Driver/Operator Certification within a reasonable time frame (first 12-18 months) (No cost to applicant)