Benefits

Service & Team

• Serve the residents of Minoa and surrounding areas
• Join a crew that values skill, professionalism, and mutual support
• Enjoy community events, including three days of Field Days each year.

Financial

• LOSAP: Up to $1,200 annually, with NYS tax advantages
• $200 NYS volunteer firefighter tax credit
• Workers’ Compensation and AD&D insurance
• Annual physicals.

Professional

• Free advanced training and certifications (recognized statewide)
• All equipment and gear provided
• 24/7 access to our on-site fitness room
• Leadership opportunities
• Skills that translate into many careers, not just emergency services

Expectations

Firefighting requires effort, commitment, and time. Your weekly involvement is typically up to 12 hours.

Emergency Response

• Respond to one emergency call per week, OR
• Serve on a Duty Crew. 

Each member of the Duty Crew serves a 12-hour shift from 18:00 hr-6:00 hr .
The first part is at the station from 18:00 hr-22:00 hr. Dinner is provided. Crews perform  maintenance/inspection/training at the fire station and respond to any calls that come in.
During the second part, 22:00 hr - 6:00 hr, Duty Crew members are on-call to respond from home.

Duty Shifts are on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights.

Weekly Drills

• Mondays at 19:00 hr.

You’ll build confidence and capability through consistent training and teamwork.