Application for the Granbury Volunteer Fire Department

Application for the Granbury Volunteer Fire Department
Please completely fill out the application and give it to the Fire Chief at the business meeting on the first Thursday of the month 7pm or submit via email to gvfd@granbury.org

Meetings are held at Station 2 500 Whisperview Cir, Granbury, TX 76048

If you have any questions please contact the Granbury Volunteer Fire Department between the hours of 9am-12pm. Monday – Thursday at 817-579-1111.
Requirements to Join the GVFD
General
- No criminal background or felony convictions
- Good physical condition unless applying for support membership status
- Good mental ability
- Not currently a member of any other Hood County Fire Department
- Method of transportation to and from fire station
- Minimum of 18 years old
Membership Types
- Active -Live inside Granbury city limits for a length of 6 months
- Reserve - Live outside Granbury city limits and be available during the week for daytime hours. Limited to 15 members.
Membership Requirements
1. Six month probationary training period where you will be required to train and test on fire service topics. Rookie training will be scheduled weekly.
2. Attend a minimum of 2 business meetings per quarter, and a minimum of 10 business meetings per year.
3. Attend a minimum of 2 training meetings per quarter, and a minimum of 10 total training meetings per year.
4. Report to a minimum of 30 calls per calendar quarter, 5 of which may be EMS only calls, and report to a minimum of 120 total calls for the year, 20 of which may be EMS only calls.
5. Provide a doctor’s physical from the past two years
6. You must have been a resident for at least 6 months within one mile of the city limits to be active or at least 6 months in Hood.county to be reserve
7. You must read the attached “Conduct and Discipline Policy” and sign the last page stating you have read and understand this policy.
8. Please attach $5.00 to your application for the processing fee
GRANBURY VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT APPLICATION
DPS Computerized Criminal History (CCH) Verification
I,
acknowledge that a Computerized Criminal History (CCH) check will be performed by accessing

the Texas Department of Public Safety Secure Website and will be based on name and DOB identifiers I supply. (This is not a consent

form Authority for this agency is access an individual’s Criminal history data may be found in Texas Government Code 411; Subchapter F.

Name-based information is not an exact search and only fingerprint record searches represent true identification to criminal history, thermore the organization conducting the criminal history check is not allowed to discuss with me any criminal history record information obtained using this method. The agency may request that I have a fingerprint search performed to clear any misunderstandings based on

the result of the name and DOB search. Once this process is completes the information on my fingerprint criminal hisory record may be

In order to complete the process I must make an appointment wiht the Fingerprint Applicant Services of Texas (FAST) as instructed

online at www.txdps.state.tx.us / Crime Records/ Review of Personal Crimanl History for by calling the DPS Program Venfor at 1-888-

467-2380, submit a full and complete set of fingerprints, request a copy to be sent to the agency listed below, and pay a fee of $24.95 to the fingerprinting services company.

This copy must remain on file by your agency. Required for future DPS Audits

Please Check and Initial each applicant Space
Signature of Applicant or Employee

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GRANBURY VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT APPLICATION
Granbury Volunteer Fire Department
Failure to fully complete this information requested on this application will eliminate you from further consideration.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name (Last, First, Middle Initial)
Drivers license number, state and classification
Last 4 digits of your Social Security Number
Apt. No.
Phone Number
Date of Birth

MonthDayYear
Date
Email Address
example@example.com
Address

Present Address

Street Address Line 2

City

Postal / Zip Code
City
State
Zip
Cell Phone Provider?
In case of an emergency, notify
Emergency Contact - Address
Phone
Date you can start

MonthDayYear
Date
Are you currently a member of another Fire Dept?

Are you, or have you been a volunteer with the Granbury VFD?
Days: 6a to 6p Nights: 6p to 6a
Are you currently a Member of another Fire Department?
Allergies
Conditions
Blood Type
Please list any other fire departments you’ve been a member of
EDUCATION

School Level

	Name and Location of School	Dates Attended	Major/Minor	Degree Received
High School
College
College
Trade School
Military School

MILITARY HISTORY
Branch of Service
Dates Served

MonthDayYear
Date
Highest Rank
LEGAL BACKGROUND RECORD
Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime? Yes
Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?

YesNo
What was your charge?
Has your driver’s license ever been suspended or revoked?

YesNo
If YES, when and why?
GENERAL
Special Training / Certifications
Special Skills
Employement
Name of Present Employer
Supervisor's Name
Job Title
May We contact him / her ?

YesNo
Starting Date

MonthDayYear
Date
Leaving Date

MonthDayYear
Date
Questions
The Granbury VFD holds training sessions most Th ursday nights. Are you able to meet for training on Th ursday nights?

YesNo
Th e Granbury VFW holds new member/rookie training on one other night during the week for the duration of that training. You are required to complete this training. Are you able to meet for this training

YesNo
Special weekend training sessions are help periodically. Are you willing to attend these sessions?

YesNo
Some work is required outside of emergencies to keep the department running efficiently. Are you willing to help us keep the department running efficiently

YesNo
Although every effort will be made to ensure your safety and well being, fire department operations can be stressful, dangerous and time consuming. Do you understand this?

YesNo
Teamwork is essential for your safety. Do you work well with others?

YesNo
Do you have problems with taking orders from ranking officers?

YesNo
Do you respond well to criticism?

YesNo
Do you take disappointment well?

YesNo
Often, this is a thankless job. Do you expect praise, advancement or monetary gain in this department?

YesNo
Do you understand that we will do a background check on you?

YesNo
Do you understand that if accepted for membership you will be placed on a 6-month probationary period and that your performance andparticipation during the probationary period will determine whether you become a full member in the department?

YesNo
Do you understand that during your probationary period you shall not operate a “kojak” light, your flasher or otherwise drive illegally orrecklessly when responding to calls, and to do so may immediately end your opportunities with the fire department?

YesNo
Do you live in the City of Granbury?

YesNo
Why do you want to join the fire department?
Is there anything else you’d like to tell us about you?
I CERTIFY THAT ALL INFORMATION PRESENTED ON THIS APPLICATION IS TO BE TRUE AND VALID TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE. I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS INFORMATION WILL BE INVESTIGATED AND IN DOING SO I, THE APPLICANT, RELEASE THE GRANBURY VFD AND THE CITY OF GRANBURY FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY. I UNDERSTAND THAT ANY MISREPRESENTATION ON MY PART IN COMPLETING THIS APPLICATION WILL BE JUST CAUSE FOR REJECTION AT ANY TIME BEFORE AND/OR AFTER MY POSSIBLE MEMBERSHIP WITH THE GRANBURY VFD.

I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS APPLICATION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT, AND THAT NO EMPLOYMENT IS BEING OFFERED TO ME IN THIS APPLICATION. I UNDERSTAND ALSO, THAT I AM REQUIRED TO ABIDE BY ALL RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE GRANBURY VFD.

All applicants are subject to a drug screen and depending on the position, driving record check, criminal history review, reference check and any other background check pertaining to the applicant. The Granbury VFD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
www.granburyfire.com The Granbury VFD provides Equal Opportunity for qualified individuals.

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Classification of membership qualified for: Active Reserve Specialist

	Committee Recommendation:	-	-
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Application for the Granbury Volunteer Fire Department

Requirements to Join the GVFD

General

Membership Types

Membership Requirements

GRANBURY VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT APPLICATION

DPS Computerized Criminal History (CCH) Verification

GRANBURY VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT APPLICATION

Granbury Volunteer Fire Department

PERSONAL INFORMATION

EDUCATION

MILITARY HISTORY

LEGAL BACKGROUND RECORD

GENERAL

Employement

Questions