The Hamlin Township Fire Department has current openings for:
Volunteer (part-paid) Firefighter
Our volunteer firefighters protect the community in a wide range of emergency situations. The Volunteer Firefighter may be called upon to deliver fire suppression, emergency medical assistance, rescue, hazardous material responses, and public education.
Volunteer (part-paid) Firefighter
Minimum Qualifications
Essential Functions:
Working Conditions:
- 18 years of age
- Be of good moral character
- Must have a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Have a valid Michigan Drivers License
- Must reside in the Hamlin Township / Eaton Rapids area
- Must be able to pass a background check
- Must be able to pass a physical health screening
- Any false statement made by an applicant in his/her application, or otherwise, shall disqualify him/her
- Must be able to obtain Firefighter I & II certification and MFR licensing
Essential Functions:
- Responds to fire alarms and extinguishes fire
- Responds to calls for medical assists
- Responds to and renders assistance in emergency cases;
- Cleans and inspects equipment and apparatus after returning from a fire;
- Inspects equipment and apparatus and notifies chain of command of any defects;
- Makes minor repairs to equipment and apparatus, performs routine preventative maintenance tasks, and keeps records of such action;
- Keeps fire station, equipment and grounds in a clean and orderly condition;
- Participates in training activities and instruction sessions;
- Acquires and retains a thorough knowledge of the township / response area, including streets, buildings, water supply, unusual hazards and related items;
- Performs various public information or education tasks;
- Enters inspection, training and (on occasion) and fire calls into the records management system
- Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with Township and Department policies and procedures
Working Conditions:
- Regularly work in emergency situations with distressed, emotional or excited people;
- Emotionally demanding, stressful environment;
- Perform work in all weather conditions;
- Work in an enclosed vehicle, such as a fire truck;
- Exposure to hazardous contaminants;
- Exposure to very hot or very cold temperatures;
- Exposure to sounds and noise levels that may be distracting and uncomfortable;
- Exposure to cramped work places that require getting into awkward positions;
- Firefighters often have to physically assist victims when escaping a dangerous situation.
WHY SHOULD I DO IT?
IT'S JUST PLAIN FUN!
For many firefighters both career and volunteer, the job a either a calling or it is just a blast! The rush of running in to help someone in need that no one else can. The job is simply that unique that you cannot find another like it.
THE EMPTY NEST RECRUIT
The kids are grown and off to college, but you're by no means "over the hill" yet. A lot of parents who suddenly find themselves with a lot of free time find meaning in their lives by joining the volunteer department. They're perfectly happy with the day job they already have, but by giving their time to the community through volunteer firefighting, they find a whole new "post-kid" chapter in their lives.
GAINING A SECOND FAMILY
Cultivating the social aspect of the fire service is a deep-rooted tradition, and for a good reason. Bonding with our fellow firefighters makes us better equipped to deal with the emotional rigors of the situations we face. We host an open house, Christmas party, community events and school tours.
Besides firefighting, each member usually has his or her own specialty trade or craft. Whether it’s people who shingle roofs, plow snow or can weld up anything, volunteer fire departments bring together all walks of life. Don’t you think having all these people as friends might be useful someday? We also support each other during rough patches in our lives. Relationship issues, deaths and career advice are all discussions that are common around a firehouse table. If you are going through it, I can guarantee there are others that have been through it too.
IT'S A GREAT WAY TO MAKE A NEW CITY A HOME
Sort of the opposite of the previous entry, this is the man or woman that moves into the community from somewhere else and finds volunteer firefighting as a way to make a tangible commitment to their new neighborhood. They didn't grow up dreaming about driving the big red truck, they're there to give back to the community that's welcoming them in.
THEY'RE JUST A DECENT HUMAN BEING WHO WANTS TO HELP PEOPLE
There are plenty of volunteer firefighters out there who are there for one reason and one reason alone — because giving your free time to help out neighbors who are experiencing a traumatic event is just a fundamentally decent thing to do, and not something you should have to explain or apologize for.
IT'S JUST PLAIN FUN!
For many firefighters both career and volunteer, the job a either a calling or it is just a blast! The rush of running in to help someone in need that no one else can. The job is simply that unique that you cannot find another like it.
THE EMPTY NEST RECRUIT
The kids are grown and off to college, but you're by no means "over the hill" yet. A lot of parents who suddenly find themselves with a lot of free time find meaning in their lives by joining the volunteer department. They're perfectly happy with the day job they already have, but by giving their time to the community through volunteer firefighting, they find a whole new "post-kid" chapter in their lives.
GAINING A SECOND FAMILY
Cultivating the social aspect of the fire service is a deep-rooted tradition, and for a good reason. Bonding with our fellow firefighters makes us better equipped to deal with the emotional rigors of the situations we face. We host an open house, Christmas party, community events and school tours.
Besides firefighting, each member usually has his or her own specialty trade or craft. Whether it’s people who shingle roofs, plow snow or can weld up anything, volunteer fire departments bring together all walks of life. Don’t you think having all these people as friends might be useful someday? We also support each other during rough patches in our lives. Relationship issues, deaths and career advice are all discussions that are common around a firehouse table. If you are going through it, I can guarantee there are others that have been through it too.
IT'S A GREAT WAY TO MAKE A NEW CITY A HOME
Sort of the opposite of the previous entry, this is the man or woman that moves into the community from somewhere else and finds volunteer firefighting as a way to make a tangible commitment to their new neighborhood. They didn't grow up dreaming about driving the big red truck, they're there to give back to the community that's welcoming them in.
THEY'RE JUST A DECENT HUMAN BEING WHO WANTS TO HELP PEOPLE
There are plenty of volunteer firefighters out there who are there for one reason and one reason alone — because giving your free time to help out neighbors who are experiencing a traumatic event is just a fundamentally decent thing to do, and not something you should have to explain or apologize for.
