This is a volunteer, unpaid position.
Deer Park Volunteer Firefighters continuously answer the calls for emergency assistance within the municipal and industrial boundaries of the city of Deer Park. A volunteer firefighter may answer the call of assistance, once trained, to deliver fire suppression, rescue services, HazMat response, EMS assistance and public education as well as community events benefiting the citizens of Deer Park.
Essential Functions:
Responds to fire alarms and extinguish fire
Responds to calls for medical assists
Responds to and renders assistance in emergencies
Cleans and inspects equipment and apparatus after returning from a fire
Inspects equipment and apparatus and notifies chain of command of any defects
Keeps fire station, equipment and grounds in a clean and orderly condition
Participates in weekly training drills
Acquires and retains a thorough knowledge of the City, including streets, buildings, water supply, unusual hazards and related items
Performs various public information, education or special event tasks
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City and Department policies and procedures
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
May respond to emergency calls for specialized services such as hazardous materials, industrial request for assistance or neighboring mutual aid request.
May respond to non-emergency calls providing public service activities such as during major storms.
May be assigned other duties by Fire Administration
Be between the ages of 19 and 55 years of age
Be of good moral character
Have a valid Texas Drivers License
Pass a criminal background check
Pass functional agility course
Pass DOT physical exam (paid by DPVFD)
Must live in Deer Park City limits
Any false statement made by an applicant in his/her application, or otherwise, shall disqualify him/her
