About the Role
The Firefighter reports to the assigned company officer and provides fire suppression, rescue, emergency assistance, and public service for Lewis County Fire Protection District 14.
This is a volunteer position. Members participate alongside their employment, family, and other commitments while meeting District training and participation requirements. Previous firefighting experience is not required for entry. Members shall receive training and supervision appropriate to their assigned duties.
The Firefighter shall perform the following duties within their training, qualifications, and District authorization:
• Respond to fires, rescues, hazardous conditions, and other emergencies when available.
• Deploy hose, establish water supplies, use ladders and tools, and assist with fire suppression, search, rescue, salvage, and overhaul.
• Provide first aid and CPR within their level of training.
• Follow incident assignments, maintain crew accountability, and promptly report hazards or changing conditions.
• Properly use, inspect, clean, and maintain assigned protective clothing and equipment.
• Follow policies and procedures.
• Attend required training and demonstrate the skills necessary for assigned duties.
• Assist with equipment checks, station duties, and returning apparatus and equipment to service.
• Accurately document participation and provide information needed for incident reports.
• Assist with public education, fire prevention, community events, and recruitment.
• Assist with station projects and approved equipment maintenance.
• Operate District vehicles or apparatus only after completing the required training and receiving authorization.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
This is a volunteer position served without expectation or promise of compensation. Nominal stipends and authorized reimbursements are administered under the Volunteer Reimbursement Policy. Stipends are subject to available funding and District authorization; payment and amounts are not guaranteed.
Benefits for eligible members include:
• Accidental death and dismemberment coverage under the District's applicable plan.
• Participation in the Washington State Volunteer Firefighters' Relief and Pension System, subject to enrollment and program requirements.
• District-provided Life Flight Network or comparable membership under the Air Transport Benefit Policy, including eligible household members as provided by that policy.
• District-provided training, protective equipment, and uniforms appropriate to the assignment and applicable policies.
Eligibility, enrollment, service credit, and coverage are governed by the applicable District policies and benefit plans.
Requirements
• Meet the applicable requirements of the Recruitment and Selection Policy and receive approval for membership.
• Demonstrate reliability, willingness to learn, and the ability to work cooperatively.
• Complete District orientation, probationary requirements, and assigned entry-level training.
• Meet the Training Attendance Policy and maintain qualifications required for assigned duties.
• Complete required medical clearance, fit testing, and training before using respiratory protection.
• Complete required training and demonstrate competency before performing interior structural firefighting or other restricted operations.
• Meet District driver qualification requirements before operating District vehicles.
Prior fire service employment, college education, or officer certification is not required. Training may be completed after joining; operational assignments shall remain within the member's demonstrated qualifications.
Core Abilities
• Willingness to learn firefighting practices, equipment use, and District procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions, communicate clearly, and work as part of a team.
• Ability to recognize personal limitations and request assistance.
• Ability to remain attentive and exercise sound judgment under stressful conditions.
• Ability to treat the public and other members respectfully and protect confidential information.
