Volunteer Firefighter

The Ocean Reef Volunteer Fire Department (ORVFD), located in North Key Largo, FL, has Volunteer Firefighter positions available. Selected candidates must be ready to promptly respond alongside ORCA FD career Firefighter-Medics to emergency situations involving fire, perform fire suppression techniques, and provide emergency medical services. This position requires a responsible individual who can perform job duties in an accurate manner to ensure the protection of life and property of the citizens of the Ocean Reef Community. Selected candidates must volunteer for a minimum of two (2), twenty-four (24) hour shifts and a maximum of five (5), twenty-four (24) hour shifts per month, for which a monetary stipend will be provided.

SPECIFIC DUTIES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO)

• Performs fire suppression activities in accordance with policies and procedures as directed by their supervisor and chain of command.
• Assists with cleaning and maintenance of fire station and firefighting / EMS equipment.
• Performs emergency medical services as directed via chain of command.
• Participates in required training.
• Ensures compliance with Ocean Reef Community Association (ORCA) policies and procedures, standard operating procedures, and direction from Public Safety management.
• Promotes positive interaction within the community in order to enhance Public Safety acceptance, understanding and approval of all those served.
• May be assigned additional duties as deemed necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Ability to read, write, and speak English and to communicate effectively (written and oral).
• Ability to react quickly and courteously with the public.
• Ability to work as a team member on a twenty-four (24) hour shift operation.
• Ability to complete the department’s approved Ocean Reef Firefighter Readiness Drill.
• Requires the use of protective equipment, manuals, reports, and directories and lists.
• Requires the use of radios, sirens, emergency lights, patrol vehicles, pumper trucks, ladder trucks, and ambulances.
• Required to walk, run, climb, carry, use hands and fingers, handle, or feel objects, hoses, axes, pike poles, generators, pumps, and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities are required, including close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Required to recognize specific colors, designs, and logos.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move over 100-pounds.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience: One (1) year of related experience is preferred.

Licenses, Certificates, or Other: 

• A Valid Florida Driver License.
• Florida Firefighter II Certification is required.
• Florida Emergency Medical Technician Certification is required.
• Florida Paramedic Certification and/or National Registry Paramedic Certification is preferred.   

The deadline to apply is August 31, 2026.