Delaware City Fire Company
Cadet Member Program
The Delaware City Fire Company is looking for teenagers aged 14 – 18 who are interested in the fields of emergency services or would like to volunteer to help their community. We are an equal opportunity organization.
WHAT’S INVOLVED?
Fire and Emergency Medical Services Training
Fundraisers Parades
Parties and Banquets Field Trips
Family Life long Friendships
Life Skills Leadership
Community Service Incentives
Friendly Competition Public Speaking Skills
Future Employment Opportunities
HOW TO JOIN
Stop in to Delaware City Fire Company and pick up an application packet or download the application from the website. Fill it out along with the parental / legal guardian consent form. Bring the packet to the Fire Company for review by the Review Board. You will be notified by phone and mail when to attend your review meeting. A parent or legal guardian must be present for your review meeting.
THE COOL STUFF
Training is a large part of everyday life in the fire department, whether it’s scheduled or just a few people hanging out at the firehouse. Here is an example of the cool stuff you will learn in this program.
CPR/AED First Aid Fire Apparatus
Fire Suppression Search and Rescue
Ropes and Knots Vehicle Extrication
Ladders Hazardous Materials
Salvage and Overhaul Water Rescue
Self Rescue Water Supply
AND SO MUCH MORE!!!!!
A NOTE TO PARENTS
The Delaware City Fire Company is committed to the protection of the community and its youth. We are highly trained and hold high expectations of all of our recruits. We have the utmost respect for people and property and hope to instill our sense of pride in the youth of today as well as teach them reliability, self-respect, assertiveness, and other aspects of becoming a responsible adult. We welcome your involvement in the Fire Company as well. Please don’t hesitate to call with any questions. Thank you!
APPLY NOW AND SEE WHAT IT’S ALL ABOUT!!