Harmon fire department is looking for people willing to volunteer as fire fighters, First responder, EMT's or join our auxiliary group. Harmon fire department is a small rural fire department serving approx 1000+ people in a mostly farming community. New applicants will be trained according to national standards with the focus on safety first! Harmon fully embraces the thought" Everyone Goes Home"! | Requirements: Applicants for fire fighting must be 18 years old, have a high school diploma or G.E.D. and have a valid drivers license. Anyone 14 years old to 18 years old can apply as a cadet( formerly known as "Junior" firefighter) First responder and EMT will be offered and provided by the department. Auxiliary members mug be willing to assist in various functions including but not limited to; fund raiser for and with the fire department, community events, report for fire calls. | Categories: EMT, Firefighter, Department Support

Harmon fire sept. Is taking application for the positions of fire fighter candidate, currently certified EMT-B and current certified Emergency medical responders. Fire fighter positions must be 18 years old or older to be a candidate or 14 years old to 18 years old to be a cadet. Current certified EMT-B's must have current license, valid drivers license, good driving record and no felony convictions. Back ground check will be conducted. Current certified Emergency medical responders must have current license, valid drivers license, good driving record and no felony convictions. A back ground check will be conducted. Any one under the age of 18 will be considered a cadet and will need parents permission to participate. Most training is done "in house" with some mandated training in surrounding area departments for both candidates and cadets. | Requirements: 18 years old for candidates, 14 years old but under 18 for cadets, valid drivers license, good driving record, D.O.T. physical with cardiac work up, in general good health. Cadets must have signed parents permission to participate. | Categories: EMT, Firefighter

AFPD is in need of Firefighter/EMTs! Trained Firefighters, licensed Emergency Medical Technicians (Basics and Paramedics), or individuals who are willing to train within a year are needed. AFPD is a paid-on-call (POC) volunteer department with 12-hour staffing, including stipend and hourly pay. AFPD abides by minimum wage requirements and offers training and continued education opportunities, supplemental health insurance, and a life insurance policy. Inquire about joining our team today! | Requirements: Amboy, IL residency preferred but not required. High school diploma or GED required. | Categories: EMT, Firefighter

Serve as a docent at the Visitor Center, leading tours and educating visitors about the Nachusa Grasslands. This role is primarily available during the summer and fall seasons.

Volunteers will participate in prescribed fire activities, including working the fire line, driving pumper units, spraying water, and ignition. Required training includes S-130 Firefighter Training and S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior. Volunteers must have reasonable physical fitness and wear appropriate safety gear.

Join a Stewardship Team to assist in restoration efforts, including harvesting and processing seeds, weeding, and applying herbicides. Volunteers may also lead workdays and participate in controlled burns with proper certification.

Contribute to the organization's online presence by managing social media accounts, writing thank you letters, and coordinating special events. This role can be performed remotely.

Participate in habitat restoration activities such as seed collection, weed management, and controlled burns. Volunteers are treated as colleagues and receive training at the same level as staff.