City of Stockton

Auxiliary Firefighter

History

 

The Auxiliary Firefighters, originally known as Auxiliary Firemen - were organized during World War II as part of a civilian defense force. Even though Stockton never suffered from an enemy attack, the 386 men who completed the six-month training program were of such value to the fire department that the program has continued to this day.

Currently known as the Stockton Auxiliary Firefighters, this group of 40 highly trained men and women carrying on the traditions of old and who help keep the spirit of Stockton's volunteer fire department alive!  The Auxiliary Firefighters are on call 24 hours a day 365 days a year to provide valuable back-up to the fire department at all multiple alarm fires.  The Auxiliaries train for 4 hours weekly along with 24 hours of ride along time each month.  Members are tested frequently on firefighting skills and other aspects of the fire service to ensure and maintain a highly effective Auxiliary Department. The Auxiliaries also participate in various public events held by the Stockton Fire Department.

 

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must possess a valid California Drivers License
• Must possess and show proof of insurance for your vehicle
• Must live within a 45 minute response time to the City of Stockton
• Must be CPR certified 
• Must be EMT certified within one year

 

How to Apply

All candidates should submit an email of interest to sfd_auxrecruit@hotmail.com attention Richard Diaz.  This email should include the candidate’s full name and a contact number.

We are currently not appointing new recruits at this time.

 

The Appointment Process

• Written exam covering the Essential of firefighting 4th edition
• A Physical agility exam
• Oral interview
• Background investigation (DOJ live scan, DMV printout)

 

Academy

All successful candidates will be invited to attend the SFD Auxiliary academy.  This training period consists of 16 weeks of didactic classroom study accompanied by vigorous hands on training.

 

Probationary Auxiliary

All candidates successful at completing the academy will then be placed as a probationary Auxiliary.  Probation is a six month period in which the probationary auxiliary attends all training and rides along on fire apparatus.  During this time they are required to:

 

• Successfully complete a SFD competency book of firefighting skills
• Become an Emergency Medical Technician
• Weekly physical fitness training
• Volunteer for special events

  

Auxiliary

Upon completion of probation, the Auxiliary becomes part of the rank and file.  Their duties are as follows:

• 4 hour weekly drills on Wednesday evenings
• 24 hour’s (minimum) of ride along on Engine and Truck companies
• Specialized training
• EMS training
• Multiple Alarm Fires
• Physical fitness training and testing
• Fundraising
• Community programs
• Public Education
• Community Emergency Response Teams
• Continued Education

 

Command Staff

Those members that show leadership within the organization are given the opportunity to work as peer leader in a committee called the command staff.

Each member is an elected position nominated by the Liaison. The positions are as follows:

 

President	Richard Diaz	r_diaz013@yahoo.com
Vice-President/PIO	Tim Reed	stocktonmedic@hotmail.com
Secretary	Ben Fite	spidey_209@yahoo.com
Recruit Officer	Peter Devincenzi	pdevo2003@yahoo.com
Recruit/Operations Officer	Kevin Tourville	kevintourville@yahoo.com
Logistics Officer	Brian Merritt	merr165@aol.com
Safety Officer	Bruce Thomas	BAT59@att.net
Planning Officer	Nathan Vollbrecht	firefigher719@yahoo.com
Wellness officer	Garret Brown	garretff85@yahoo.com

 

Liaison

The SFD Auxiliary Liaison is an appointed member of the Stockton Fire Department that oversees the operation of the Auxiliary program.  This position is currently being held by Captain Ken Johnson.  You can contact him at: Ken.Johnson@ci.stockton.ca.us

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