VACAVILLE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
JUNIOR FIRE DEPARTMENT
Explorer Post #977
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
POSITION:
Junior Firefighter / Fire
Explorer
DUTIES:
This is a non-paid,
entry-level position. Under the supervision of Advisors,
Junior Firefighters assist firefighters in mop up of fires;
station and equipment maintenance; participate in drills such
as structure, wildland, flammable liquid, and vehicle
firefighting techniques; repair and care for hand tools such
as shovels, McLeods, pulaskis, axes, drip torches, etc.
Junior Firefighters also assist in public fire education and
various community service projects.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS:
at least 14 years of age and
have completed the 8th grade
good physical condition
have and maintain a “C” average or above
parents and/or guardians consent
INITIAL
TRAINING:
Following appointment, Junior
Firefighters will be placed on a six-month probationary
status. During their probationary period they will receive the
following training:
Department policies and procedures
use of protective equipment
use and care of apparatus and equipment
first aid and CPR
ATTENDANCE:
The Vacaville Fire Protection
District Junior Fire Department holds a meeting on the first
Tuesday and a drill on the third Tuesday of each month,
beginning at 7 p.m. Attendance is mandatory for all drills and
excuses will be considered for those members who work or are
ill. The reason shall be given to your Lieutenant as soon as
possible (no more than one week after the drill missed) for
consideration as a legitimate excuse.
If any member has two unexcused absences, that member will be
brought before the Advisors for counseling and upon
determination of reason for the member’s absence, member will
be put on probation or dismissed. Any member on probation
shall be required to adhere to all rules and regulations of
the Department for 12 months from date of probation. If any
member on probation fails to meet these standards, that member
will be brought back before the Advisors for that member’s
explanation before any action is taken. Any member who has
more than two probations in his/her file within a five-year
period will constitute an automatic dismissal.
