Everyone has their own personal reasons for wanting to become a volunteer firefighter. Some are driven by a longstanding family tradition, while others are seeking to forge their own personal tradition of community service. Whatever the motivating factor, there are many rewards and incentives, the greatest of which is a sense of belonging to a brotherhood/sisterhood that is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced before. Other rewards that could be available to regular members include:
• Ongoing challenge and excitement
• Meeting new people who share a common interest
• Basic training
• Gaining new job skills
• Insurance and retirement benefits
• Flexible time schedules
• Up to $1,000 tax allotment*
• Opportunities to earn part-time pay
• General feeling of satisfaction from helping others
• Educational Reimbursement
*If Enfield Resident
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