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The active members of the Town of Watertown Fire Department are the actual firefighters. Anyone 18 years of age or older and has not been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor other than minor traffic infractions, is eligible to join. All that is required is a desire to serve your community and a commitment to the Department.
Active members are provided with training, both in-house at our weekly drills and through formal courses provided by the State Office of Fire Prevention and Control. Active members must complete either of the state fire courses, Firefighter 1 or Scene Support Operations, within their first year to remain on the active roster. Active members must pass Firefighter 1, pass a pulmonary fit test & mask fit test to become an "interior qualified" firefighter. Active members who complete Scene Support Operations are considered "exterior firefighters". We have several members who are considered "exterior firefighters" who do not do interior firefighting. There is enough work for everyone, so don't let a fear of entering a fire structure keep you from helping.
Upon application for membership, an extensive background check is done to determine eligibility. Once your application has passed, our executive board meets with each applicant to discuss the requirements of active membership and the interests of the prospective member. If the applicant and the committee determine that active membership is appropriate, the application is presented to the full membership at the next monthly meeting to be voted on by all the members.
Active members must attend at least 10 drill hours & meet the state minimum of OSHA hours per year. OSHA hours must be obtained within the department during training nights. The probation period is 1 year, during which members are expected to attend drills, meetings, & must complete either state course, Firefighter 1or Scene Support Operations. This is to acquaint yourself with the other members as well as our standard operating guidelines.
After one year of service, firefighters may qualify to drive the various trucks. Drivers of the trucks also operate the pumps and always remain with the truck at the scene of a call. Drivers must obtain state EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operators Course) & must be cleared by the captain of that apparatus before driving. Drivers of pumper's & aerial apparatus must obtain apparatus pump operator certification prior to driving. Additionally, drivers of the aerial apparatus must obtain ladder company operations prior to driving.
If you would like to find out more, please give us a call at (315) 788-9101. Drills are generally held each Wednesday of the month beginning at 7:00 PM, other than our meeting night. Click here to request more information.
Active members are provided with training, both in-house at our weekly drills and through formal courses provided by the State Office of Fire Prevention and Control. Active members must complete either of the state fire courses, Firefighter 1 or Scene Support Operations, within their first year to remain on the active roster. Active members must pass Firefighter 1, pass a pulmonary fit test & mask fit test to become an "interior qualified" firefighter. Active members who complete Scene Support Operations are considered "exterior firefighters". We have several members who are considered "exterior firefighters" who do not do interior firefighting. There is enough work for everyone, so don't let a fear of entering a fire structure keep you from helping.
Upon application for membership, an extensive background check is done to determine eligibility. Once your application has passed, our executive board meets with each applicant to discuss the requirements of active membership and the interests of the prospective member. If the applicant and the committee determine that active membership is appropriate, the application is presented to the full membership at the next monthly meeting to be voted on by all the members.
Active members must attend at least 10 drill hours & meet the state minimum of OSHA hours per year. OSHA hours must be obtained within the department during training nights. The probation period is 1 year, during which members are expected to attend drills, meetings, & must complete either state course, Firefighter 1or Scene Support Operations. This is to acquaint yourself with the other members as well as our standard operating guidelines.
After one year of service, firefighters may qualify to drive the various trucks. Drivers of the trucks also operate the pumps and always remain with the truck at the scene of a call. Drivers must obtain state EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operators Course) & must be cleared by the captain of that apparatus before driving. Drivers of pumper's & aerial apparatus must obtain apparatus pump operator certification prior to driving. Additionally, drivers of the aerial apparatus must obtain ladder company operations prior to driving.
If you would like to find out more, please give us a call at (315) 788-9101. Drills are generally held each Wednesday of the month beginning at 7:00 PM, other than our meeting night. Click here to request more information.
