It is too dangerous. - True firefighting is inherently dangerous, however safety is our utmost priority. There have been many advances in how we fight fire for this very reason. There is also a job to satisfy everyone's level of safety.
I am too busy. - Most of our members have full time jobs, and several have children. We are all busy but who would respond when someone calls 911 if we were all too busy? We don't need all of your free time; just give what you can.
I don't work in town. - That's okay, most of our members don't work in town.
I don't have any fire/medical training. - Once you begin attending the meetings, Barnes will pay for all fire and/or EMT training. The classes are provided through Northwood Tech.
I work odd hours. - Perfect! We need people to cover all hours of the day and night. Working odd hours helps us fill some hard to schedule times.
I am not always available to be on call. - No problem. Being on call is flexible. You only take a call when you are available.
I don't think I could handle "tough calls". - Truth is, no one can. Tough calls are hard on everyone, but we lean on each other and get through it. We are a family and no one goes it alone. Luckily, these calls are few and far between. There are support services provided if needed.
Benefits Provided
Free fire and/or EMT/EMR training
Pay for calls you take
Protective gear
Flexibility
You are part of a family
How do I Join?
Just attend a meeting
Ambulance meetings are on the 1st Wednesday of every month
Fire meetings are on the 3rd Wednesday of every month