Junior Firefighter Program
The Robinson Volunteer Fire Department's Junior Firefighter Program is designed for youth, 16 and 17 years of age, who are interested in learning about a career in the fire service. This hands-on program provides participants with opportunities to increase their self-confidence and develop leadership skills through fire service-related activities.
Junior Firefighters get to train with RVFD recruits, firefighters, and instructors on topics that include firefighting skills, hose handling evolutions, ladder techniques, salvage operations, proper use of firefighting tools and equipment, breathing apparatus, and other related subjects. Junior Firefighters also have the opportunity to participate in ride-along shifts where they can assist RVFD firefighters in station activities and participate in emergency incidents (on a limited basis).
Safety is our top priority.
The safety of our Junior Firefighters is our top priority. Junior Firefighters may actively participate in real emergency situations under the direct supervision of certified firefighters. Junior Firefighters are NOT allowed to enter burning structures, toxic atmospheres, potential collapse zones, or other obviously dangerous locations on the fire ground. However, they may assist on the perimeter and observe.
Junior Firefighters must obtain parent/guardian consent to participate in this program. Families are encouraged to visit our facilities and speak with our instructors and leaders.