CALL FIREFIGHTERS
The Town of Leverett is in need of interested people to become part of the town's call fire department. Duties include response to fires, medical and other emergency events. Training is provided by the town and includes CPR and First Responder training. Required qualifications include: a valid driver's license and residence within 10 miles of the Leverett Public Safety Complex. Hours are variable depending on the timing and nature of emergency calls. Average approximately 3-5 hours per week. Attendance at Thursday night trainings is required. Hourly pay for call and training time.
If you are interested in learning more about becoming a call firefighter you can:
1) click here for Fire Department application, obtain a copy at the Leverett Public Safety Complex, or at the Leverett Town Hall,
2) contact the Fire Chief via email at Chief@LeverettFire.com or by phone (413) 548-9225
JUNIOR FIREFIGHTERS
The Leverett Fire Department is now accepting applications for the Jr. Firefighter Program. Juniors Firefighters aged 16-18 will meet regularly to learn about firefighting, emergency medical services (EMS), fire prevention, and rescue skills. Juniors Firefighters upon graduation from high school or equivalent schooling (and aged 18 or older) will be elligible to apply for on call firefighter positions. If interested please fill out and submit an application. To learn more about the program please email shelly@leverettfire.com or come to our Jr. Firefighter Open House on April 28th at 5:30-6pm.