“In case of emergency, call 911"
It’s your time!
Berea Volunteer Fire & Rescue is an all-volunteer department serving the Berea area. We work and train hand-in-hand with the Berea Fire Department operated by the City of Berea.
We respond to approximately <Insert # here> calls for service every year. These calls include:
Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Must have a clean criminal record.
Must be physically able to train as a firefighter.
Must reside within our run area.
The Application Process & What to Expect
We respond to approximately <Insert # here> calls for service every year. These calls include:
- Structure Fires
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Search and Rescue
- Water Rescue
- Grass / Wildland Fires
- Hazardous Materials Response
- Aircraft Crash Response
- Rope Rescue
Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Must have a clean criminal record.
Must be physically able to train as a firefighter.
Must reside within our run area.
The Application Process & What to Expect
1. Submit the Membership Application online here. https://forms.gle/jEMHjC3UftztJb6A9
2. Berea Volunteer Fire & Rescue staff will check your references and run a background check.
3. Upon successful completion of the reference and background checks, you’ll be invited for an interview with the Executive Committee.
4. After the interview, the Executive Committee will vote. A passing vote means you will be invited to attend three training sessions with us.
5. After your three training sessions the entire membership will vote on you. A passing vote means you are accepted as a probationary firefighter. Time to put in work and make a difference in your community!
6. Over the next year you’ll be expected to participate in training, emergency call-outs, fundraisers and other events. You’ll be expected to actively work toward getting the training needed to complete your 115-hour Firefighter I Certification.
7. At the end of your probationary year, you’ll again be voted on by the entire membership. A passing vote means you have passed probation and are now a full member of Berea Volunteer Fire & Rescue. Congratulations!!
2. Berea Volunteer Fire & Rescue staff will check your references and run a background check.
3. Upon successful completion of the reference and background checks, you’ll be invited for an interview with the Executive Committee.
4. After the interview, the Executive Committee will vote. A passing vote means you will be invited to attend three training sessions with us.
5. After your three training sessions the entire membership will vote on you. A passing vote means you are accepted as a probationary firefighter. Time to put in work and make a difference in your community!
6. Over the next year you’ll be expected to participate in training, emergency call-outs, fundraisers and other events. You’ll be expected to actively work toward getting the training needed to complete your 115-hour Firefighter I Certification.
7. At the end of your probationary year, you’ll again be voted on by the entire membership. A passing vote means you have passed probation and are now a full member of Berea Volunteer Fire & Rescue. Congratulations!!
“Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart.”
Elizabeth Andrew