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VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER - COPY

Polk Cnty Vol Fire Dept

55 Cline Ingram Jackson Road
Cedartown, GA 30125
770-748-3439


Description
Polk County Fire Department has been solely volunteer for over 40 plus year now. Our volunteers have diminished greatly over last several years. Polk County Fire Department is divided into 9 station through out the county, with total of 100 volunteers on roster, only half that number participates in responses, training or public relations. Majority of the firefighter we currently have work in paid departments that surround Polk County, and volunteers with Polk County as time allows. We are currently seeking members that are self motivated, dedicated, and responsible. Polk County Fire responds to an average of 800 fire related call yearly. Polk County Fire department also work closely to the local Emergency Management agency in search and rescue, and natural disasters.

Volunteer Category: Firefighter, Department Support


Requirements
O.C.G.A 25-4-8 specifies the person certified must complete the following criteria:
1. Be at least 18 years of age
2. Not have been convicted of a felony within the last 10 years
3.Good Physical Condition
4. Show Good Moral Character
5.Must Complete the Firefighter Training Course Register Volunteer approved by the Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Council With in 1 year.
6. Valid Georgia Driver licenses
7. Must be within Polk County or within 5 miles of the nearest fire station.
8. Complete the Polk County Firefighter Application Process