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Volunteer Firefighter

Oakridge Fire Dept

47592 Highway 58
Oakridge, OR 97463
541-782-2416


Description
Oakridge Fire and EMS is looking for hard working, motivated volunteer Firefighters and EMS providers. No previous experience is required! Oakridge is nestled in Eastern Lane County, approximately 40 miles from Eugene/Springfield. In 2016, Oakridge Fire and EMS ran over 800 medical calls and 70+ fire calls. We staff a first and second out ALS (advanced life support) ambulance 24/7. Our ASA (ambulance service area) covers Oregon highway 58 from Mile Post 17 all the way to Mile Post 62 (Willamette pass), and the surrounding areas. Our fire district includes the city of Oakridge, Hazeldell rural fire district, and Westfir. Oakridge Fire and EMS has approximately 30 active volunteers and 6 paid career personnel. With our increasing call volume, we are in dire need for more volunteers to help staff our agency and help our community. We couldn't do it without you!

So whats in it for you?

Benefits:
1.) Valuable fire training and experience
2.) Valuable EMS training and experience on an ALS (advanced life support) ambulance
3.) Weekly training and additional training opportunities
4.) Make money to volunteer! $100 stipend per shift up to 6 shifts per month (must qualify for 24 hour stipend shifts)

Volunteer Category: Firefighter, EMT


Requirements
Requirements:
1.) Must be 18 years of age or older (excludes Cadet program)
2.) Valid drivers license and reliable transportation with insurable driving record
3.) Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
4.) Ability to attend Monday night drills (7 per quarter, 1 quarter = 3 months)
5.) Ability to respond to 30 calls/alarms per quarter (10 per month) OR;
6.) Ability to work 12 crew shifts per quarter or more (crew shift = 8 hours)

Desired qualifications:
1.) FF1/FF2
2.) EMR, EMT, AEMT, EMT-I, EMT-P
3.) Engineer/pump operator
4.) NFPA driver

Questions? Do not hesitate to contact us!

541-782-2416 x4

www.oakridgefire.org

codyfrank@ci.oakridge.or.us (Recruitment and Retention Coordinator Cody Frank)