| If you would like to learn more about becoming a member of Voorhees Fire District, stop by Station 662 or 663 any Monday at 7:00pm, or E-mail the Membership committee at membership@voorheesfire.com |
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The Voorhees Fire Department is seeking volunteer firefighters and non-
operational associate members to be part of our team. The Fire District is
apart of a combination department that encompasses both Volunteer and
Career Firefighters. These Firefighters provide Emergency services 24 hours a
day to the residents of Voorhees and surrounding communities. Both the
Volunteer and Career Firefighters are equally certified on local, state and
national levels and are fully trained to respond to all emergencies. The fire
district is 100% covered by volunteers Monday to Friday from the hours of
5pm – 6am in addition to all weekends and holidays. We cover over 57,000
man hours, respond to close to 1,200 Fire calls every year at a cost of 2.66
cents per man-hour. The Volunteer Fire Service saves the taxpayers 37
Billion Dollars every year and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC)
estimates that the Volunteer System saves the Voorhees residents close to 6
million dollars a year. Help us to keep your taxes low by supporting your
Voorhees Volunteer Firefighters.
Active Firefighter: Age 18 and above, responds to fire calls and actively
participates in firefighting and rescue operations.
Junior Firefighter: Age 16-18, participates in weekly Drills and with
fundraising events. This members assists active firefighters but do not
actively engage in firefighting.
Associate Member: Assists with Administrative tasks, fundraisers, and
Volunteer awareness. Associate Members do not participate in active
Firefighting roles.
The VFD provides an incredible atmosphere with state-of-the-art apparatus
and equipment and these benefits that come with being part of the VFD
team...
Getting started with the VFD as a volunteer firefighter...
Getting started as a Junior Firefighter...
operational associate members to be part of our team. The Fire District is
apart of a combination department that encompasses both Volunteer and
Career Firefighters. These Firefighters provide Emergency services 24 hours a
day to the residents of Voorhees and surrounding communities. Both the
Volunteer and Career Firefighters are equally certified on local, state and
national levels and are fully trained to respond to all emergencies. The fire
district is 100% covered by volunteers Monday to Friday from the hours of
5pm – 6am in addition to all weekends and holidays. We cover over 57,000
man hours, respond to close to 1,200 Fire calls every year at a cost of 2.66
cents per man-hour. The Volunteer Fire Service saves the taxpayers 37
Billion Dollars every year and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC)
estimates that the Volunteer System saves the Voorhees residents close to 6
million dollars a year. Help us to keep your taxes low by supporting your
Voorhees Volunteer Firefighters.
Active Firefighter: Age 18 and above, responds to fire calls and actively
participates in firefighting and rescue operations.
Junior Firefighter: Age 16-18, participates in weekly Drills and with
fundraising events. This members assists active firefighters but do not
actively engage in firefighting.
Associate Member: Assists with Administrative tasks, fundraisers, and
Volunteer awareness. Associate Members do not participate in active
Firefighting roles.
The VFD provides an incredible atmosphere with state-of-the-art apparatus
and equipment and these benefits that come with being part of the VFD
team...
- Free Training: Local, State, and National-level firefighter, rescue, and
EMS training is provided at no cost to you. - Duty Crew Stipend: Members receive monthly Stipends for the Duty
Crew Shifts that they cover. - Gas Reimbursements: Members receive $2.50 for every call
- Community Service: A great sense of community and serving a good
cause - Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP): similar to a 401K plan.
Current value is $1,300 per year. For information please visit: http:
//www.state.nj.us./dca/lgs/losap/program_info/about_losap.pdf - Leadership: Opportunities for advancement and responsibility on both
the operational and administrative side of the VFD - Friendships: Camaraderie and lifelong friendships
- Life Insurance Benefit: Death Benefits up to $10,000
- Tuition Reimbursements: Members meeting the necessary criteria are
eligible for the College Tuition reimbursements - Fitness: State of the art fitness equipment including treadmill,
Stairmaster, Exercise bikes, and Weight Center
Getting started with the VFD as a volunteer firefighter...
- At least 18 years of age.
- Be a US Citizen
- No experience required for new members.
- Complete application to include Physical exam along with a Criminal
background check. - Completion of basic orientation training.
- Completion of New Jersey State Firefighter I within 1 year of
appointment. All training provided free of charge. - Attendance at fire calls, monthly meetings, special events, and
fundraisers.
Getting started as a Junior Firefighter...
- Must be at least 16 years of age
- Be a US Citizen
- Must pass physical exam
Types of Memberships:
General Membership Benefits:
Basic Requirements
