The Appalachia Fire Department is comprised of professional people who perform firefighting and rescue duties. Other duties include responding to hazardous materials incidents, technical rescue incidents and emergency medical calls. Non-emergency tasks | Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS FOR FIREFIGHTER’S • Minimum 18 years of age • Acceptable driving record • Valid driver’s license • Good health and physical condition • Clean and neat appearance • Able to read, write and speak English • Never convicted of a felon | Categories: EMT, Firefighter, Department Support

Under the supervision of the Fire Chief, the Volunteer Firefighter performs advanced firefighting work in preventing, combating, and extinguishing fires, responding to hazardous materials incidents and emergency calls which include special rescue situations such as vehicle and steep angle rescue. | Requirements: Requirements include: - be 18 years of age or older; - have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent, or be actively enrolled in an educational program leading to a diploma or equivalent; - have no serious criminal record; - possess a level of physical fitness adequate to perform strenuous physical tasks; - no facial hair that interferes with the fit of a respirator (SCBA) mask; - have a commitment to community service and a strong desire to serve as a firefighter; - be willing to abide by the policies and regulations of the department. Prior training or experience is NOT required. Training is available within the department and from state-sponsored fire training schools. | Categories: Firefighter, Junior Members

The Mayking Volunteer Fire Department is currently seeking applications for Firefighters. Duties include completing required training and responding to emergency calls. All needed equipment is provided by the department. Come join us and become a member of a GREAT organization, let's make this county and community a better and safer place! There is a job for everyone, if fighting fire isn't your thing, we could use help in other aspects of the department. | Requirements: Applicants must be willing to complete the required training, respond to emergency calls, help with community events, and help around the fire station. If applying for a firefighter position, applicants must be 18 years of age. Applicants between the ages of 15-17 years of age will be eligible to join as a junior firefighter, all training we count toward becoming a certified firefighter once the age of 18 is reached. Our juniors are allowed to be present and active on emergency scenes, per Kentucky Fire Commission Junior FF rules/regulations. There is a job for everyone, if fighting fire isn't your thing, we could use help in other aspects of the department. | Categories: Firefighter, Fundraising, Department Support, Junior Members, Other