Rural fire department seeks new members

Applications are being accepted through the end of November for new members of the Joe Rich Fire Rescue Department.

Prospective members must live within eight kilometers of Station 51 (11481 Highway 33) or Station 52 (6550 Goudie Road). As well, they must be between the ages of 19 and 65 and in good physical condition.

If you’re interested in becoming a Joe Rich paid-on-call firefighter please call 250-469-6179 or email joerichfirecommunity@rdco.com and include your name, phone number and email address.

Potential recruits will be contacted regarding the next steps involved in joining the department. Applications and recruitment information is also available for downloading and printing on the RDCO website rdco.com/firerecruit.

Interviews and physical testing for potential candidates will take place later this fall. Training will be provided for successful applicants during the department’s regular Tuesday evening or weekend sessions.