Belton Fire Corps is a 501c3 nonprofit located in Belton, Texas. We focus on three objectives: firefighter rehabilitation, CERT for Community and support for large events. *Our firefighter rehabilitation program focuses on rehydration, nourishment and cool down/warm up for first responders on scene. *Community Emergency Response Team for Community educates our community in disaster preparedness and awareness *Support for large events includes supporting first responders during training- local and county wide, public education and outreach programs, parades | Requirements: Must pass a background check and driver's record check along with application packet. Once background and driver's record checks are completed must attend three meetings before membership is provided to Board of Directors for approval. Application can be found online at https://www.beltontexas.gov/departments/fire_department/community_programs/index.php#firecorps | Categories: Fire Corps

Responds to alarms of fire or other emergencies in accordance with department procedures. After being certified: drives apparatus, operates fire pumps, and auxiliary equipment. Lays and connects hose, holds nozzles, and directs fog, chemical and water streams. Raises and climbs ladders, uses chemical extinguishers and a variety of other portable and related equipment. • Participates in training sessions and attends classes in firefighting, hazardous materials, rescue, emergency medical treatment, and related subjects. • Responds to calls for emergency services, prepared to perform life saving techniques and other onsite care of victims if required. • Responds to emergency calls, various rescue situations, accidents and natural or other catastrophes. • Performs a wide variety of general custodial and maintenance work in the upkeep of department apparatus, equipment, and station. Cleans and washes walls and floors. Washes, hangs, and dries hose. Washes, cleans, and polishes apparatus. This listing of “Examples of Work Performed” is intended to describe the principal functions of the Volunteer Firefighter. The listing of examples, however, shall not be construed as a complete listing of miscellaneous, incidental or substantively similar duties which may be assigned during the normal operation of the Fire Department. | Requirements: The following are recommended: • Ability to enter a building under adverse fire conditions which might include smoke, extreme heat, and no visibility, in full protective clothing, including air pack with face piece. Ability to search for fire victims (sometimes searching by feel only), while walking or crawling, and if victim is found, to drag or carry the victim to safety. • Ability to perform firefighting and rescue duties while exposed to extreme cold and/or wet environmental elements. • Ability to respond to an alarm, wake, and go from a sound sleep to full activity and exertion within a matter of minutes. • Ability to hear and orally respond to verbal orders, calls for assistance, and radio communications, as well as the ability to hear, identify, and appropriately respond to various sounds in an environment of substantial background noises, such as sounds produced by structural collapses, back-drafts, breaking glass, fire, other firefighters, sirens, traffic, and victims. Ability to shout orders, warnings, and responses when necessary. • Ability to understand and work under other adverse conditions which may include; hazardous chemicals and materials, electrical hazards, communicable diseases and biohazards, hazards associated with working in and near traffic, and natural and man-made disasters. • Ability to carry a ladder weighing approximately 75 pounds, to raise and extend the ladder, to assist victims down ladders, and to carry fire hose and other heavy equipment up and down ladders and stairs. • Ability to move and advance a charged hose line, weighing approximately 180 pounds into a burning building, while standing or crawling on the floor. Ability to hold flowing hose line for long periods of time and to shut off a flowing line while maintaining control of the hose line. • Ability to work in high, open places and confined spaces. • Ability to operate a power saw in awkward positions, such as overhead cutting, cutting on a sloping roof, and cutting from a ladder. • Ability to use a variety of tools to remove walls and ceilings, requiring pulling and pushing motions with arms extending overhead for long periods of time, or to force entry into a building. • Ability to operate power extrication equipment to assist in patient removals from motor vehicles. The ability to lift and carry patients over rough or uneven terrain for considerable distances. Ability to bend, strain, stretch, contort, push, pull, twist, carry, walk with weight or lift to remove a victim from a motor vehicle and place the victim on a stretcher. • Ability to complete firefighter and emergency rescue functions and tasks which are physically demanding over a period of time, without breaks, recovering quickly when given a short break. • Ability to respond to assigned station within reasonable time, or man assigned station when available. Work hours are voluntary, and there are no assigned shifts as of now. | Categories: EMT, Firefighter

Help respond to Fire and Medical emergencies | Requirements: ages 16-100+ All welcome to start the process of becoming a volunteer | Categories: Firefighter, Fundraising, EMT, Department Support

Join us in empowering individuals through job skill training and career development. Volunteer teachers are needed to assist with GED preparation, resume writing, and mock interviews to help individuals succeed in their careers.

Help transform our career closet into a stylish and organized resource for job seekers. Volunteers are needed to sort clothing, categorize items, create an electronic log, and assist individuals in selecting professional attire.

Assist in organizing and facilitating community events such as Cosplay Night, Game Night, and Movies at the Library. Volunteers will help set up events, engage with participants, and ensure a welcoming environment for all attendees.

Volunteers are needed to assist at Pet Resource Days, organize fundraisers, represent the organization at outreach events, and seek out community partnerships. Volunteers can also use their unique talents in creative ways to support the mission.

LRA Vol. Fire is currently accepting applications for Active Members and Aux. Members. LRA Vol. Fire is a ALL VOLUNTEER Fire Dept. We cover approx. 72 Square miles of Bell County, TX. We provide BLS and Fire services! | Requirements: none | Categories: Firefighter, EMT, Fundraising, Community Education, Department Support

Support the local community by volunteering at the Food for Families Food Drive. Partnered with local organizations, this one-day event collects non-perishable food to stock area food banks and pantries.

Assist in teaching life skills classes in collaboration with Salado Independent School District. Volunteers who love teaching can help educate students in essential life skills.

Assist in restocking pantry shelves and picking up donated groceries from church groups. Volunteers help prepare for distribution days and ensure the pantry is well-stocked for those in need.

Work on distribution days to help distribute food and personal care items to those in need. Volunteers ensure clients feel welcomed and loved during their visit.