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Pride, Excitement, Challenge
Volunteering for fire and rescue service offers committed individuals the opportunity to experience one of today�s most diverse and challenging professions while contributing to the community. The emergency services provided by Purcellville Volunteer Fire Company include providing prompt fire suppression, vehicle extrication (�jaws of life�), water rescues and other types of specialty rescues, and responding to other 911 dispatched calls. It�s exciting, exhilarating and rewarding!
The personal rewards and satisfaction each volunteer receives from such service are as many and varied are there are individuals involved and they often defy adequate description. The sense of accomplishment after controlling a building fire, the good feeling that comes from providing compassionate care for accident victims, or the sense of fulfillment for teaching fire safety and prevention are but a few examples of the tangible personal benefits of volunteer service.
However, the benefits of volunteering don�t all come from emergency action. Fire safety education is a key element of our work. Volunteers educate the public on many issues, including fire prevention and safety, health education, injury prevention and CPR.
As a long standing organization we are also an important part of our local community. As such we help organize and support many community events. We host an Open House each year and participate in many others throughout the community in an effort to reach out to citizens of Loudoun County. Volunteers organize and manage these events which are fun for all.
Volunteer Requirements
Because we are part of larger County and State fire and rescue system, there are requirements that must be met at each level. In addition to Company requirements that specify an advance commitment to participation, training and duty requirements, the following are general requirements for volunteer service in our County:
- 16 Years of Age, generally
- Complete a Physical Exam
- Criminal History Check
- Driving History Check
- Read, Write and Speak the English Language
Additional requirements for maintaining active membership in the Company will be provided in your membership application interview.
Benefits
Loudoun volunteers are eligible for a number of benefits based on a �point� system earned through a variety of activities with a minimum of 80 points required per year to be eligible for benefits. Benefits include:
- Vehicle Property Tax: Volunteers residing in Loudoun County may qualify to have their personal property tax significantly reduced or eliminated on one privately owned vehicle Free County/Town Vehicle Decal: Volunteers residing in Loudoun County may qualify for a free County and/or Town decal on one privately owned automobile
- Tuition Reimbursement: Regardless of where they live, volunteers may qualify for up to $1,000 per year ($4,000 maximum in lifetime) as a tuition reimbursement at an accredited school or university�even for non-Fire/EMS related classes
- Retirement Program: Volunteers may receive up to $300 per month upon reaching 55 year of age (or later). The amount received depends on number of years of service Health Insurance Participation: Within a certain period after joining the system or during open enrollment periods, volunteers may elect to obtain health insurance coverage which cannot be denied. The volunteer will be responsible for both the �employer� and �employee� portions of the plan.
- Business Discounts: Several area merchants provide discounts to members of the fire and rescue system in Loudoun County
- Loudoun County Credit Union: Volunteers are eligible to join the Loudoun County Credit Union
Worker�s Compensation
- Free Training: See information on the training firefighters undergo.
- Intangible rewards are even greater:
- Satisfaction of helping others and making a difference
- New bonds with team members and with members of the community
- Skills that last a lifetime
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- At least 16 years old
- Physical Exam
- Background check
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Visit our Training pages to find out more on training.
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Online Application
Interested? Fill out our on-line application today or call for more information (540-338-5961)!
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Purcellville Volunteer Fire Company
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 386
Purcellville VA 20134
Physical Address:
500 N. Maple Ave
Purcellville VA 20132
Non-Emergency Contact:
540-338-5961
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