Fire Corps
The Fire Corps is open anyone that wants to be a part of the fire department as an interested citizen.
The Fire Corps is made up of volunteer interested citizens who wish to contribute time and energy to assist the fire department personnel and other first responders in Hancock County by providing rehab for firefighters, and by performing public relations, traffic control, educational activities, and other functions as required at emergency incidents and department functions.
Monthly meetings, training activities, new member orientation, and other routine activities will be organized and led by members of the fire corps leadership team.
If you are interested in joining the Fire Corps, contact Trevor Oak at oakt.vtfd@gmail.com. Applicants will be selected based on successful completion of a background check.
Join the Fire Corps!
The Vernon Township Fire Department's Fire Corps offers a unique opportunity for interested citizens to become an integral part of their community. This volunteer-based program allows individuals to contribute their time and energy to support fire department personnel and other first responders throughout Hancock County.
What Does the Fire Corps Do?
Fire Corps volunteers play a crucial role in a variety of essential functions, including:
- Firefighter Rehabilitation: Providing much-needed support and care for firefighters on scene during incidents.
- Public Relations: Representing the department at community events and fostering positive relationships.
- Traffic Control: Assisting with managing traffic flow at emergency scenes to ensure safety.
- Educational Activities: Participating in community outreach and educational programs.
- Incident Support: Performing other vital functions as needed during emergency incidents and department events.
- Firefighter Rehabilitation: Providing much-needed support and care for firefighters on scene during incidents.
- Public Relations: Representing the department at community events and fostering positive relationships.
- Traffic Control: Assisting with managing traffic flow at emergency scenes to ensure safety.
- Educational Activities: Participating in community outreach and educational programs.
- Incident Support: Performing other vital functions as needed during emergency incidents and department events.
Getting Involved
The Fire Corps is led by a dedicated leadership team that organizes monthly meetings, training activities, new member orientation, and other routine events.
If you're interested in joining this valuable team, you can apply by clicking https://vernontwpfirehc.gov/fire-corps/. Please note that all applicants will undergo a background check as part of the selection process.