Volunteer

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Woodbridge Fire Department is seeking volunteers. Volunteering with the department is rewarding in many ways:

• Serve your community in a vital role, providing life and property saving services
• Gain practical firefighting experience and knowledge
• You will make lifelong friends 
• You may take advantage of several benefits made available to members

Requirements

• Between the ages of 18 and 57
• Resident of Woodbridge or Sewaren 6 months prior to election to membership
• Maintain residence in Woodbridge or Sewaren
• Complete background check
• Valid NJ Drivers License
• US Citizen
• Pass a physical examination as per New Jersey State Firemen's Association guidelines
• Complete a minimum of Firefighter I training within 1 year of being elected to membership
• Respond to a certain minimum number of calls per year (there are no duty times or schedules)

Training requirements:

Completion of Firefighter I program at the Middlesex County Fire Academy.

• Firefighter I consists of a 198 hour course of instruction in basic firefighting techniques and CPR
• Offered in both day and night sessions
• Takes approximately 2 months to complete (days) and 5 months (nights)
• Paid for by the department. 
• New members may respond to calls, but may not engage in fire suppression activities until the course is completed.

Benefits:

Membership in the department affords several other incentives and benefits:

Additional Training Courses

WFD makes available any training course given by the Middlesex County Fire Academy to active volunteers. These courses cover a broad range of topics including additional firefighting applications, HazMat and rescue courses and EMT certification and are paid for by the department.

LOSAP

LOSAP or Length of Service Award Program, provides a "retirement" benefit based on volunteer activity in the department and total length of service. Members become vested in LOSAP benefits after the completion of 5 years of active service. 

Tuition Reimbursement

Tuition assistance of up to $5,825 is available to members who meet specified response requirements. A scholarship for children of active members is also available.

Workmen's Compensation Coverage

As a member of Woodbridge Fire Department, you will be covered by Workmen's Compensation for any injuries sustained while performing firefighting duties.

Life Insurance

Life insurance is provided at no cost to members of the department.

Burial Benefit

A burial benefit is provided through membership in the NJ State Firemen's Association

Community Center Membership Discount

The YMCA at the Woodbridge Community Center offers members a 50% discount on membership.

Volunteer!

To apply for membership, send an email to membership @ woodbridgefd.org or stop by the firehouse at 418 School Street, Woodbridge. After your completed application is received, an interview and physical examination will be scheduled.