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Local Volunteer Firefighter - S. Tongass
Salary
$20.00 Daily
Location
South Tongass Fire Station, 5690 Roosevelt Drive, Ketchikan, AK
Job Type
Volunteer
Job Number
2025-8.12
Department
South Tongass Fire Department
Opening Date
08/14/2025
The South Tongass Volunteer Fire Department is dedicated to saving lives and property from fires, medical emergencies, and other disasters. Department members respond to all those who live, work, or simply pass through the community and are dedicated to providing this service in the safest and most cost-efficient manner possible.
Examples of Duties
It is the intent of the South Tongass Volunteer Fire Department to select and screen applicants who will best suit the department's mission and goals according to the membership guidelines. In order for an applicant to be accepted as a member of this organization, you must meet the following guidelines.
Minimum Basic Requirements
01
This safety sensitive position requires Pre-Employment Drug Testing. A five panel test is conducted, for amphetamines, cocaine metabolites, marijuana metabolites, opiates, and phencyclidine. A negative result is required before beginning employment. Refusal or failure to be tested, or a final positive result will cause the employment offer to be rescinded. Do you agree to pre-employment drug testing if offered this position?
Employer Ketchikan Gateway Borough
Address 1900 First Avenue
Suite 210
Ketchikan, Alaska, 99901
Phone 907-228-6639
Website https://www.kgbak.us/138/Human-Resources
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Local Volunteer Firefighter - S. Tongass
Salary
$20.00 Daily
Location
South Tongass Fire Station, 5690 Roosevelt Drive, Ketchikan, AK
Job Type
Volunteer
Job Number
2025-8.12
Department
South Tongass Fire Department
Opening Date
08/14/2025
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The South Tongass Volunteer Fire Department is dedicated to saving lives and property from fires, medical emergencies, and other disasters. Department members respond to all those who live, work, or simply pass through the community and are dedicated to providing this service in the safest and most cost-efficient manner possible.
Examples of Duties
- Basic description of Volunteer Duties:
- Responds to emergency calls for fire, medical, and other emergencies
- Drives fire engine, rescue, tanker, and ambulance
- Operates pumps, rescue equipment, medical equipment, and other specialized equipment such as rope rescue equipment
- Conducts fire suppression, rescue operations, emergency medical treatment, and other support operations
- Volunteer Roles within the Department
- Firefighter – Conducts fire suppression/overhaul operations
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS) – Provides medical monitoring and treatment to the sick or injured
- Tanker Driver – Supplies water source for fires in our service area
- REHAB – Rehabilitation of department personnel with medical monitoring and refreshments for prolonged incidents
- Support – Fireground/EMS scene support operations
It is the intent of the South Tongass Volunteer Fire Department to select and screen applicants who will best suit the department's mission and goals according to the membership guidelines. In order for an applicant to be accepted as a member of this organization, you must meet the following guidelines.
Minimum Basic Requirements
- Pre-employment drug testing is required.
- 18 years of age.
- Possess a current and valid driver's license from any state, able to obtain an Alaska drivers license within one year.
- Provide criminal and driving background check. The Department will reimburse applicant's expenses upon acceptance as member.
- Sign Hepatitis B vaccination form regarding acceptance or declining vaccine.
- Applicants may be disqualified for any felony or misdemeanor convictions involving, but not limited to, driving, violence, alcohol, drugs—including misuse of prescription drugs, and deceit.
- Applicants must not be on any mind-altering prescription drugs or have consumed alcohol while on duty.
- Applicants must pass department medical physical and Physical Agility Test (PAT) to be considered for membership.
- The membership committee will check a minimum of three references on each applicant. Any unfavorable references may cause the application to be rejected. The membership committee will determine what is unfavorable.
- Must have good personal hygiene.
- Applicants must understand rules and regulations set forth by the department and division for which they are applying.
01
This safety sensitive position requires Pre-Employment Drug Testing. A five panel test is conducted, for amphetamines, cocaine metabolites, marijuana metabolites, opiates, and phencyclidine. A negative result is required before beginning employment. Refusal or failure to be tested, or a final positive result will cause the employment offer to be rescinded. Do you agree to pre-employment drug testing if offered this position?
- Yes
- No
Employer Ketchikan Gateway Borough
Address 1900 First Avenue
Suite 210
Ketchikan, Alaska, 99901
Phone 907-228-6639
Website https://www.kgbak.us/138/Human-Resources
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Ongoing Enhancements
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Feedback and Assistance
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