Benefits
Being a Gates Volunteer Firefighter comes with a multitude of benefits. On a personal level, it provides an opportunity to develop essential life skills, including problem-solving, teamwork, and leadership. Additionally, it exposes you to diverse and challenging situations that can build mental and physical resilience. Being a volunteer firefighter also creates a sense of purpose and fulfillment, knowing that you are making a significant contribution to the community’s safety and wellbeing.
Additionally, volunteers receive free training and education, which can lead to career advancement opportunities within the fire service industry. Some of those training opportunities include:
- Vehicle Extraction
- CPR & First Aid Certifications
- EMT Training
- Hazmat Certifications
- Water Rescue
- Firefighter I
- Search & Rescue
- Truck & Engine Company Classes
- And More!
How To Apply
If you’re interested in joining as a Volunteer Firefighter, please click below.
If you have questions, please contact Kalliopi Lang at (585) 426-2720, extension 118.
** PLEASE BE AWARE THAT YOU MUST BE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD AND A CURRENT RESIDENT OF THE GATES FIRE DISTRICT TO APPLY **