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Are You the
Volunteer?
The volunteer is:
• A teacher, student, farmer, businessman, nurse, carpenter, restaurant
owner, banker, office worker, husband, wife, son or daughter.
• An individual who makes a personal sacrifice of their time.
• An individual who performs in a firefighter capacity not for monetary
reward but purely for the satisfaction of helping others.
• An individual who performs well under pressure and finds satisfaction in
facing sometimes seemingly unconquerable challenges.
• An individual who wants to make a contribution to his or her community.
• An individual who is gratified by a simple statement of "Thank you for
your help".
• An individual who enjoys the challenges and excitement of life.
• An individual who finds social gratification in being a member of a group
of individuals bound together by a common goal or desire.
• An individual who is willing to face the extremes of weather both day and
night when a home maybe threatened by fire or a life maybe in trouble.
• An individual who desires to be a part of one of the most professionally
oriented organizations in their community.
• An individual to whom a young child or older adult can look up to for
help.
• An individual who is willing to be an educator and a friend.
• An individual who inspires others by their dedication, selflessness, and
dependability.
• An individual who goes beyond the normal daily routine and faces the
challenges of tomorrow - - today.
This individual could be you!
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Why Volunteer?
Why not!
Ask any volunteer firefighter
or EMT why they accept the challenges they do. What was the turning point in
their decision to become a volunteer firefighter or EMT? Each one will tell
you in their own words, that being a part of the fire/EMS department
fulfills a basic and personal human need. . . the need to contribute to a
worthwhile endeavor and to help others. As firefighters and EMT’s work to
fulfill their need to help others, they also meet the ever-growing needs of
their community.
We all have a need to feel important.
We want to accomplish certain goals in our lives and grow as a person. We
seek challenges in our life, excitement from our daily routines, and a
chance to form new and lasting friendships with individuals who have common
goals. Volunteer firefighting and EMS provides all of these opportunities.
As a volunteer firefighter or EMT, you will enjoy achievements, gain
increased self-respect, receive personal and community recognition, but most
importantly receive the rewards that come from helping others. Yes,
firefighting and EMS is hard work but time spent with fellow firefighters
and EMT’s is enjoyable and builds a sense of teamwork and accomplishment.
Firefighting and EMS is very
demanding of an individual. Many hours of training are involved,
requirements must be met and regulations and standards are to be upheld. Our
volunteer firefighters are not compensated in the traditional way for their
efforts. There is no paycheck, no monetary bonus, or financial incentive to
work harder. However, there is a reward! It comes from the pride the
volunteer receives both individually and as part of an organization. It
comes from the feeling of being a part of a team effort, which you will
enjoy. It comes in the form of a friendly handshake from a grateful citizen
or a mother's smile of gratitude. The child's awe as they see the inside of
a fire truck or ambulance, getting to blow the siren or seeing the flashing
red lights while talking to one of their heroes. The smile from a neighbor,
friend or family member in your community who congratulates you on being a
part of a thriving, valuable and irreplaceable community organization.
Why volunteer? Look inside yourself. If you
have a desire to help others, experience the excitement that comes from a
job well done, and have pride in yourself and others just like you, you will
find the answer. Volunteer firefighting or EMS will never make you rich
monetarily. Those who have come before you will tell you that no amount of
money is worth the satisfaction that comes from helping those in their time
of need, or the simple thank you from someone who’s life you touched.
Interested in Becoming a Volunteer?
Still Interested in becoming a Shepherd Volunteer?
Any Resident, Property Owner or person employed in the fire service
protection area of the Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department (SVFD), who is 18
years of age or older, is eligible to become a member of the Department
after filling out an application and attending three consecutive Business
Meetings. After such time, the application for membership shall be
reviewed and voted on by written ballot by the Fire Chief, Asst. Fire
Chief's and Captains.
Business meetings are at 7 PM every first Monday of the month at Fire
station #1 Located at
8015 Wade St, Shepherd, Mt 59079
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