Hello, Abbeville County! We are always recruiting our next members of our Abbeville County Fire Service Family! Could that be you? We would love to talk with you about the many opportunities we have to serve. Firefighters, Apparatus Operators, Administrative Personnel, Support Personnel, Auxiliary, Junior Firefighters, etc. Give us a call or stop by one of our 15 fire stations today! | Requirements: A heart willing to serve others No criminal record Clean driving record | Categories: EMT, Junior Members, Department Support, Firefighter, Community Education

Help construct dog houses and feed cats as part of the organization's care initiatives. Volunteers will use basic construction skills and animal care knowledge.

Assist in the Trap/Neuter/Return (TNR) program to manage the local cat population. Volunteers will help with trapping, transporting, and releasing cats.

Provide temporary homes for animals in need until they are adopted. Volunteers will care for animals and help them adjust to home life.

Support the organization with various administrative tasks such as data entry, answering phones, and organizing files.

Conduct site assessments to ensure the safety and suitability of locations for animal care and housing. Volunteers will evaluate conditions and report findings.

Assist in organizing and distributing pet food to families in need. Volunteers will help manage inventory and coordinate distribution efforts.

Create and print promotional materials to support the organization's outreach efforts. Volunteers will design flyers, brochures, and other materials.

The mission of the City of Due West Fire & Rescue Department is to reduce frequency and severity of emergencies, by aggressively responding to all fires, high priority medical emergencies, and emergency incidents requiring DWFR response within the city limits and provide mutual aid to Abbeville County and other surrounding jurisdictions. The occupational safety and well-being of the personnel at the Due West Fire & Rescue Department is of utmost importance. In order to fulfill our mission these essential components must be in place: public fire safety education, fire code enforcement, progressive training, and work place safety. Foundation Principle: The occupational safety and health of the Due West Municipal Firefighters is of the utmost importance. • Firefighters will respond to, participate in, and return from all alarms in a safe manner. • DWFR will comply with applicable OSHA standards and regulations. • Firefighter safety and health will be the final basis for decision making. Cornerstone Programs: • The frequency and severity of preventable emergencies including fires, hazardous materials, rescue and similar emergencies will be positively impacted by fire prevention and pre-planning inspection programs. • The Fire Chief, Fire Marshall and Companies will enforce the applicable laws and ordinances as adopted by the Town of Due West and the State of South Carolina related to fire prevention in existing buildings and new construction. • Preplanning will be conducted in accordance with NFPA guidelines. • Information collected will be cataloged and made accessible to all firefighters of DWFR during normal and emergency operations. Firefighter, EMR/Paramedic, Techinical Rescue, Haz-Mat Response | Requirements: Essential Duties: -Works with mutual aid agencies and personnel of Due West Fire & Rescue -Performs firefighting activities including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, and performing fire combat, containment and extinguishing task. -Works under the supervision of the Officer Staff of Due West Fire & Rescue. Performs emergency aid activities for the ill and injured, including basic life support, and providing other assistance as required. -Must maintain a minimum of Emergency Responder and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. -Participates in fire drills, attends classes in firefighting, and emergency medical, hazardous materials and related subjects. -Receives and relays fire calls and alarms. Operates personal computer, radio and other communication equipment. -Participates in the inspection of buildings, hydrants, and other structures in prevention programs. -Maintains fire equipment, apparatus and facilities. Performs minor repairs to departmental equipment, apparatus and facilities. -Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire facilities and equipment; cleans and washes walls and floors; cares for grounds around station; makes minor repairs; washes, hangs and dries hose; washes cleans, polishes, maintains and tests apparatus and equipment. -Assists in developing plans for special assignments such as emergency preparedness, hazardous communications, training programs, firefighting, hazardous materials, and emergency aid activities. -Presents programs to the community on safety, medical, and fire prevention topics. -Performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris. -Required to perform 24 hours of work duty per month in order to remain on the active roster. Non-Essential Duties: -May assist to coordinate, instruct, or supervise the work of new recruits or other department personnel, as assigned. -Assist in department supervisory and administrative activities as assigned. -Assist in training new employees as assigned. -The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omissions of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. QUALIFICATIONS: -This position is subject to the Town of Due West Drug and Alcohol testing policy. -High school diploma or GED equivalent. -Must be 18y/o’s or older upon submission of application. (A junior firefighter application is available for 16-18y/o’s) -Must possess a valid driver’s license. -Must be able to read and write the English language. -Working knowledge of driver safety. -Ability to obtain Emergency Medical Responder or higher with-in the first six months. -Ability to learn the operations of the fire suppression and other emergency equipment. -Ability to perform strenuous or peak physical effort during emergency, training or station maintenance activities for prolonged periods of time under conditions of extreme heights, intense heat, cold or smoke. -Ability to act effectively in emergency and stressful situations. -Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. -Must meet NFPA 1001 Firefighter 1 standard. -Must meet CFR 1910.120 Hazardous Materials Operation level. -Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the general public. -Ability to meet the special requirements listed below. TOOLS AND EQUIPEMENT USED: -Emergency aid equipment, extrication equipment, fire apparatus, fire pumps, hoses, and other standard firefighting equipment, ladders, radio, pager, computer and phone. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: -The physical demands described here as representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. -While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. -The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally drag up to 200 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: -The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. -While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. -The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, except during certain firefighting or EMS activities when noise levels may be loud. | Categories: Firefighter, EMT, Community Education

Assist in transporting foster greyhounds to veterinary appointments and between foster homes. Volunteers are crucial in ensuring the safe and timely movement of dogs within the network.

Monitor newspapers and online platforms for ads related to selling, rehoming, or lost greyhounds. Volunteers help ensure that all greyhounds in need are identified and assisted.

Provide a temporary home for greyhounds awaiting adoption. Fostering is a critical and rewarding role that supports the transition of greyhounds to their forever homes.

The Highway 34 Volunteer Fire Department is currently searching for individuals who are highly motivated to become a part of our team and who are willing to help others within the community. We are looking for firefighters to gain certifications set forth by the department, meet participation requirements, and assist with community events as needed. We welcome individuals who do not want to fight fire apply with our department as well. We use these support personnel positions to assist with public education programs, fundraising events, and support functions on fire scenes. We meet every Tuesday at the fire department from 7pm-9/9:30pm. | Requirements: Volunteer firefighters, support personnel and first responders must be at least 18 years of age, pass a criminal background check, and possess a valid SC driver's license. (Support personnel may not be subject to this). In order to join the explorer program, Explorers must be at least 14 years of age and have successfully completed the 8th grade. These individuals may remain in the explorer post until the age of 21 or can remain in it until they turn 18. Our explorers must meet participation standards set forth by the department. | Categories: EMT, Firefighter, Fundraising, Community Education, Department Support

The Lowndesville Vol. Fire Dept. Is strictly volunteer and are always looking for true dedication. Our fire station is made up of five officers, engineers, firefighters, jr. firefighters and our board. We serve the Town of Lowndesville and the rural surrounding areas. Our fleet consists of two engines, one tanker, one wildland unit, and one rescue QRV. We strive for fire prevention and being recognized in the community. | Requirements: Applicant must be at least 16 years of age and provide school progress/reports during time of schooling. Must have a clean background and work dependably. The applicant will be required to complete basic fundamentals of firefighting and keep attendance in good standings with the fire department. | Categories: Firefighter, Other, Department Support, Community Education, Fundraising

Assist with the care and rehabilitation of stray animals, including feeding, cleaning, and socializing with the animals to prepare them for adoption. Volunteers will also help with TNVR initiatives and community education on responsible pet ownership.