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 Thank
you for your interest in becoming a member of
the Robertsville Volunteer Fire Co. #1. Any
person of the age of 18, who is a citizen of the
United States, is of good moral character and
resides within the limits of the Marlboro
township or works within these boundaries may
apply for membership. If you are, or know
somebody, between the ages of 16 and 17 you may
be interested in our junior fire department
program.
 If
accepted for membership, new members are given
extensive training in all aspects of
firefighting and rescue services. The initial
training period last from 12-18 months, and
involves class room and hands on training.
During that period, referred to as probationary
training, members are limited in their
firefighting functions. After successfully
completing the probationary training, and being
accepted as a full member of the department,
members participate in all aspects of fire and
rescue services. Training continues throughout
the firefighters entire career through
attendance at drills and training sessions.
Members are required to attended
a minimum percentage of fires, drills, meetings
and other functions to remain members. We
respond to all types of emergencies 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week. Obviously all the members
will not be available all the time. Work, family
and other commitments are expected to limit each
members activities. Luckily our diverse and
large membership allows for adequate coverage
around the clock.
It is often said that the pay
stinks, but the rewards more than make up for
it. There is no greater satisfaction than
knowing you have helped someone in need - that
you have made a difference in your community.
To apply you must complete an
application, submit to a physical examination by
the fire district physician (at the districts
expense), and submit to a background
investigation by the Marlboro Township Police
Department.
If this sounds like its for you,
or you have further questions, please fill out a
preliminary membership application by
clicking here.
The Chief will contact you to answer your
questions, and/or continue your application
process.
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