Chaves County Volunteer Firefighter
About The Position
Under the direction of the Fire Chief, Volunteer Firefighters protect life and property by responding to emergency situations including fires, rescues, and other incidents. Duties include extinguishing fires, performing rescue operations, attending regular training, and maintaining firefighting equipment and facilities. This position involves hazardous and physically demanding work, often performed under stressful conditions. Volunteer firefighters may participate in New Mexico’s Public Employee Retirement Act, Volunteer Fire Plan. You must ensure you make 50% of fire calls, meetings, and trainings. Interviews will be scheduled and conducted by the District Chief or his/her designee.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
- Valid New Mexico driver’s license required.
- Must pass a background check and drug screening.
- Basic understanding of firefighting principles, techniques, and tools.
- Familiarity with building construction, fire behavior, and basic electrical/fire codes.
- Familiarity with city street layouts, major landmarks, and key commercial or industrial sites.
- Knowledge of emergency rescue and firefighting equipment.
- Capable of operating firefighting equipment at heights and in extreme conditions.
- Knowledge of and ability to properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and quickly.
- Ability to think clearly and act decisively under pressure.
- Physically able to lift and carry 50 – 100 pounds regularly.
- Maintains strict confidentiality and professionalism.
- Ability to operate emergency vehicles in varied situations.
Nice To Haves
- Accredited Firefighter I and II certification.
Responsibilities
- Respond to fire and emergency calls.
- Assist with medical emergencies.
- Deploy hoses and ladders; operate pumps and booster lines.
- Use extinguishing agents, ventilation techniques, and firefighting tools as appropriate.
- Rescue and evacuate individuals from fires and other emergency situations.
- Conduct salvage operations and mitigate further damage to structures.
- Operate under stressful conditions while wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
- Use forcible entry techniques such as breaking glass, doors, windows, walls, or gates.
- Cutting locks or bars using appropriate safety gear and equipment.
- Participates in regular drills, demonstrations and training programs.
- Clean, inspect, and maintain fire apparatus, tools, and protective gear.
- Assist in refueling vehicles and restocking equipment and vehicles post-incident.
- Respond to specialized emergency calls, including hazardous materials and confined space rescues.
- Work collaboratively in a team under the direction of officers.
- Maintain required certifications and licenses per department policy and state/federal regulations.
Benefits
- New Mexico’s Public Employee Retirement Act, Volunteer Fire Plan
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
