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General Definition of Work
Our resident volunteer program offers rent-free living in our state-of-the-art Station in Ashburn, VA. Certified firefighters and EMTs are eligible for the program.
Resident Operational Volunteers typically cover three duty shifts per week from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., in addition to other duties as assigned. In return, the department provides temporary living accommodationsat no cost.
Resident Operational Volunteers must:
Our newly built Station 6 includes a Live-In Suite, including bedrooms, a living room, and a private bathroom for our live-in members.
Essential Functions
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Special Requirements
This position will require that members wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as, but not limited to, steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), N95 respirator, or other designated safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force regularly, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects, and some very heavy work requiring exertion in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, and conveying detailed or important instructions to other accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for color perception, night vision, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold and extreme heat. The worker may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized PPE.
Minimum Position Requirements
Volunteer
Restaurants & Catering Services
$47k-68k (estimate)
05/09/2023
06/26/2024
ashburnfirerescue.org
ASHBURN, VA
25 - 50
1944
MICHAEL CORNER
<$5M
Restaurants & Catering Services
The Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department (AVFRD) is committed to protecting the lives and property of Ashburn and Loudoun County residents and visitors by providing the best possible fire, rescue, emergency and medical response services. We pledge to perform our duty with courage and dedication. We strive to be active in our community and proactive with public education and prevention campaigns. AVFRD has been serving the community since 1944. Currently, AVFRD has approximately 200 active members. We are your neighbors, friends, and co-workers; men and women; married and single. We go ...to school or have full-time day jobs in a wide range of occupations. But we share one professional goal to be there when you need us. Neighbors Helping Neighbors. AVFRD volunteers respond to calls from Station 6 in Ashburn and Station 22 in Lansdowne. AVFRD is part of a combination volunteer and career system; Volunteers are on duty at both stations between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. to staff a total of two fire engines, one truck/tower and two ambulances each night while Loudoun County career personnel provide day-side coverage. Whether its a medical emergency, a car accident or a house fire, AVFRD answers your calls for help. Through continuous education and training, were prepared when you need us. We work to educate the public on fire and accident prevention. We host several community activities pancake breakfasts, Open Houses and our annual Santa Parade as well as numerous fundraising events. We also participate in and provide stand-by services at various community activities such as sporting events, races, parades, fairs, concerts and fireworks displays. AVFRD is always looking for hardworking and dedicated individuals to join our team as firefighters, emergency medical technicians (EMTs) or administrative (the support team) members. No prior fire/rescue experience is necessary. Free training is provided. Find out more about the opportunities available.
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