The Bennington Fire Department is currently seeking all classes of firefighters. We understand that not every person is comfortable with the thought of entering a burning building, however, there are more opportunities in the Fire Department than that! We have opportunities for Apparatus Drivers, Exterior Firefighters, Scene Support, Junior Firefighters, Parade Planning and Fund Raising as well as Interior Firefighters! In addition to covering the Village of Bennington we are active in a Tri-State area mutual aid system. Training is provided at no cost to you in house, at regional fire schools or through the Vermont Fire Academy. . | Requirements: Firefighting positions must be at least 18 years of age and be able to pass a physical. Drivers must be at least 21 years of age and be able to pass a physical. Junior Firefighters must be at least 15 years of age. All applicants should be team players, be motivated, be willing to learn, and have a strong desire to serve your community. | Categories: Firefighter, Fundraising, Community Education, Department Support, Other, Junior Members

Come train and become a volunteer firefighter in benington rural at one of our three stations | Requirements: Over 18 | Categories: Firefighter

Members wanted to provide quality emergency services to the Hoosick Community. | Requirements: Attend a Firefighter I or Basic Exterior Firefighter training course within 12 months upon being accepted as a member. Training is provided free of charge. | Categories: Firefighter

Assist in organizing and facilitating community events and programs at the library. Volunteers will help set up events, engage with attendees, and promote library resources.

Assist in removing trash and debris from the Hoosic River to help maintain a clean and healthy environment. Volunteers will work in teams to cover various sections of the river.

Participate in research projects and advocacy efforts to protect the Hoosic River and its wetlands. Volunteers will help gather data and support initiatives to influence environmental policy.

Support the development and delivery of educational programs about the Hoosic River and its watershed. Volunteers will work with educators and students to promote environmental awareness.

The New Ashford Volunteer Fire Department is looking for new members to join the Fire Department. The New Ashford Volunteer Fire Department recently have lost several long term members due to retirements. The Department is looking for fill the ranks with new members with a interests in learning as well as training to become a Firefighter. The NAVFD provides in-house training for all of our members with outside agencies such as the MA Firefighting Academy providing classes from the the Fire Academy for any Fire Department within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. There also is Medical training that we will provide to the members that wish to join the Fire Department. If a person wants to join the Fire Department but not in the capacity of a Firefighter, we at the New Ashford Volunteer Fire Department have other positions for anyone, we have Members on the Department that provide support in several areas, such as help with IT support with the Department's computer, radio's and other tasks. Also have members that help with community outreach for the Fire Department, fundraising etc. So there is a role for everyone that would like to be a part of the New Ashford Volunteer Fire Department. Remember "We need your help, so when you need our help". If you have any interest in joining the NAVFD please reach out to the Interim Chief or any one of the Department Officers. | Requirements: The NAVFD has no requirements at this time. We welcome anyone that would be interested in joining the Department and learning to be a Firefighter. We welcome if anyone has experience in the Fire Service/EMS or other emergency services experience to reach out to us. Our Department is always looking for new members to join the ranks. The New Ashford Fire Department is very family oriented and some of our member's spouses have joined the Department as support members. We also have a Junior Firefighter program and welcome any teen from 12 yrs old-18 years old to join the Jr. program. | Categories: Firefighter, Junior Members, Department Support, Other, EMT, Fundraising, Community Education

Join our monthly Volunteer Work Days on the last Saturday of each month to help plant gardens, write thank you notes, plan events, and more. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the community and support local agriculture.

Help in preparing and cooking soups as part of our Community Soup Program. Volunteers will assist in the kitchen and help with meal preparation for community distribution.

Deliver fresh produce to seniors and families in the community. Volunteers will be responsible for picking up and delivering produce to designated locations.

Assist in planning and organizing community events that support local agriculture and food distribution. Volunteers will help with logistics, outreach, and event coordination.

Help sort and pack produce from local farms in preparation for Food Recovery's weekly distribution. Wednesdays 10:30am-12:30pm.