Volunteer with Wapello FD
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Would you like to help your community and at the same time receive lifesaving skills that are valuable for your daily life and desired by employers? Wapello Fire and Rescue is currently searching for people interested in volunteering as firefighters and/or Emergency Medical Technicians. Wapello Fire and Rescue responds to approximately 350 calls for service annually. Our fire district encompasses approximately 100 square miles with a population of about 3500 people. The services we provide are fire suppression, emergency medical services, vehicle extrication, water rescue, hazardous material response, and many others. Our members have many credentials including EMS providers from EMT-B to Paramedic level, Certified Firefighters, HAZMAT Operations, Extrication Technicians, etc. Wapello Fire and Rescue meets on the second and fourth Tuesday nights each month. Members attend additional training and certification courses at the department’s expense. If you have lived or worked in the Wapello area for at least one year, are a high school graduate and are at least 18 years of age, you are encouraged to apply for membership. If you are unsure whether or not you would like to make the commitment , ride along internships are available. Find the job posting and additional information below.
Firefighter and Firefighter/EMT
Closing Date:
On-going
Pay Range
Volunteer Only,
However: Educational Opportunities, Job Satisfaction, and membership to an elite group of caring citizens, which is unable to put a price on.
Job Status
If unsure about applying email Chief Griffin (see link on member profile page) or contact a current member for possibilities of a ride along internship
Essential Functions
JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision, responds to various types of emergencies; participates in the control and suppression of fires, rescues persons from burning structures and other hazardous situations; provides basic life support; participates in activities associated with hazardous materials incidents; participates in fire prevention, station maintenance, and training activities.
DETAILED OPERATIONAL FUNCTIONS
Respond to fire and other emergency calls and participate in fire extinguishment, ventilation, salvage, rescue, and other operations; and operate various firefighting/control equipment. Provide pre-hospital care as allowed under the Policies & Procedures of the local Physician Medical Director. Assist in loading of victims to ambulance; communicate with EMS and/or health care professional in person or by radio concerning patient treatment and condition. Complete all required reports and input to computer system, maintain and service all EMS equipment and restock supplies as needed. Responsible for parts of the Fire Rescue & EMS programs, maintain all necessary requirements of education and testing to maintain Firefighter and/or First Responder/EMT qualifications. Assist in the Department’s Business meetings. Participate in defensive cleaning up of toxic/hazardous waste materials. Perform routine and preventive maintenance on equipment and fire stations as necessary; participate in training activities. Participate in inspections of public and commercial buildings for fire prevention and hazard identification; drive fire apparatus and other staff vehicles; may perform duties of an Incident Commander in a training or relief capacity. Perform other duties as assigned.
Employment Standards
Ability to be alert and function effectively in an emergency; perform moderate to strenuous physical activity; use and operate a variety of fire fighting & rescue equipment; provide pre-hospital care and render other emergency medical care; work safely; learn and apply firefighting principles and techniques; think and act quickly and effectively in emergency situations; understand, explain and apply policies and procedures; understand and apply mechanical and physical principles related to fire suppression; learn and apply fire code provisions and arson/fire investigation techniques; climb ladders; operate fire apparatus and drive fire department vehicles; conduct inspections of facilities and enforce applicable regulations and ordinances; perform a variety of maintenance duties; prepare a variety of reports; use a computer and a variety of software programs; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective relationships with the community at large, the city council, township trustees and fellow volunteers; represent the Wapello Volunteer Fire Department 24hours a day, 7days a week; attend various meetings and training; meet the physical requirements and training requirements annually that are established by the department.
Education/Experience/Residency
Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Experience: Any.
Residency: Minimum of one (1) year residency within Wapello Fire District immediately prior to application
and continuance of residency within Wapello Fire District.
Licenses/Certificates
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS WITHIN THE “FIRST YEAR”
Possession: minimum Class C Iowa driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
Preferred: minimum Class B Iowa driver's license by the end of the probationary period.
Possession: minimum Training to the level of Fire Fighter I, in the first Year
Preferred: Fire Fighter I Certification, in the first year
Possession: AHA healthcare provider CPR card & First Aid, in the first year
Preferred: First Responder or EMT Certification
Additional Requirements
A background check will be conducted
Benefit Package
Workers compensation insurance
Fire, Rescue, & EMS training, mileage reimbursement and accommodations with pre-approval.
The Community
The city of Wapello, located in southeastern Iowa is the seat of Louisa County, according to the census of 2000 it currently supports a population of over 2,100 residents. While offering affordable housing and high quality schools, the city represents a blend of dynamic growth amid the traditional values of a historic rural community dating back to the 1800's and is considered a bedroom community. Every resident and employee of the city has the opportunity to be an integral part in shaping the Wapello of today, and, more importantly, the Wapello of tomorrow.
Selection Procedures
All applications will be screened on residency, ability, communication, and ability to train. All applicants possessing the most desirable qualifications will be invited to participate as a volunteer with Wapello Volunteer Fire & Rescue.
How to Apply
For application materials, please email chiefs@wapellofireandrescue.com or contact any current member. The application can also be found by clicking on the files button on the left side of your screen, under the heading forms, will be a Word Document titled "Wapello Fire Department Application for Membership", you may print the application and mail it back to 409 Mechanic Street, Wapello, IA 52653, or give it to any member of the department.
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