Notice of Volunteer Fire Fighter/EMT Full Time Residency Opening

The Schweitzer Fire District is currently accepting applications for volunteer fire fighter/EMTs in our "extensive" full time volunteer resident program. This is a great opportunity for individuals desiring more hands-on experience with Fire apparatus, ambulances, equipment, and operations. The Schweitzer Fire District is located within a seasonal resort community, perfect for the outdoor enthusiast. The fire station currently has 7 fully self-contained private living units/apartments. Residents are expected to participate in the program for a minimum of 1 year. After a 3 month probationary period, residents are eligible for expense benefits including off site training stipends and Winter/Summer lift passes. Please note that this is a lower call volume fire district in a unique area and is not in a typical fire/ems response environment. All residents are required to assist in station coverage, chores and equipment maintenance.

Minimum Requirements:

Must be 21, have a high school diploma or GED equivalent and a valid driver's license.

Must be a State of Idaho EMT-B or National Registry EMT-B Certified, preferably with some sort of Fire Fighting experience.

 minimum of 1 year Fire and/or EMS experience.

Applicant must provide a letter of recommendation by an administrator from a previously served Fire or EMS organization.

Applicant must submit to a criminal background check. Applicants with any felony convictions shall be immediately disqualified.

The Residency Program maintains a "ZERO TOLERANCE" Drug and Alcohol policy.

Desired Candidates:

Self-motivated individuals with a desire to learn, train and participate as a team member in all aspects.

The ability to conform to a community living situation holding themselves to a higher standard than in a typical shared living environment. (Wanna-be frat types need not apply)

Physically and mentally fit individuals capable of handling the stress and rigors of emergency services while at the same time conducting themselves in a professional manor.

Individuals that are computer literate, mechanically or carpentry proficient or other useful skills, with above average common-sense are desired.

For further information, application, and/or a copy of the "Rules and Regulations for Resident Firefighters" contact Chief Newton at [email protected]