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National Weather Service Alerts for Chester County, PA
FULL TIME FIREFIGHTER
The Union Fire Company No. 1, of Oxford, Pa is accepting applications to fill a full-time Career Firefighter/EMT position. Applicant must be available for a daytime, 40 hour, Monday through Friday work week. Starting salary, including benefits, will be based on experience. Union Fire Company No. 1 is an equal opportunity employer. Submit applications and a resume to Union Fire Company No. 1, Attn: Chairman of the Board, 315 Market St, Oxford, Pa 19363.
A complete position advertisement, job description (including an extensive list of qualifications) and employment application are available below.
EXTENDED APPLICATION PERIOD THRU NOVEMBER 19, 2021
JOB DESCRIPTION
COMPLETE POSITION ADVERTISEMENT
EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION
Fire Prevention Month
Union Watch Desk , October 07
This morning, members of the Union Fire Company No. 1 visited Weaver Day School for the first fire prevention of the fall.
Each year, October is recognized as Fire Prevention Month, where local youth get the opportunity to meet firefighters and talk about Fire Safety.
Topics covered include having working smoke alarms in the home, "When Fire Strikes, get out and stay out," knowing how to call 911 ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Acquired Structure Training
Watchdesk, October 03
Five members spent their Sunday morning training on vertical ventilation at an acquired structure in Lincoln University. Members gained valuable experience working from our aerial ladder and using a chain saw to cut holes on the pitched roof. Over the last few months, drills have been conducted at this dwelling such as search, hose line stretches, and forcible entry. The house is scheduled to be ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Passing of Honorary Active Member Lou Wood
Union Watchdesk , September 21
The Union Fire Company sadly announces the death of Honorary Active Member Lou Wood. Lou was a a 32-year member of our company and held many positions including Lieutenant, Captain, and Deputy Chief. After a brief Illness, Lou passed away with his family at his side. We will miss Chief Wood and honor him by carrying on his legacy through service to our community. Rest easy Lou, we’ll take it from ... (Full Story & Photos)
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House Fire in Calvert
Union Watchdesk , August 26
At 3:37am the company was alerted to assist Community Fire Company of Rising Sun (Cecil Station 8) for a house fire on the 100 block of Old Elm Road in Calvert Maryland. Engine 21-2 responded with a crew of four. While enroute, Command advised that the operation was defensive. Tanker 21 was requested and responded with a crew of 2.
On arrival Engine 21-2 crew completed a 360, but was redirected ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Engine Runs 2nd Alarm House Fire
Union Watch Desk, August 20
Station 25 Box Alarm
On Friday Morning, the Union Fire Company No. 1 was alerted for an Engine to assist the Longwood Fire Company on a 2nd Alarm House Fire in the 2000 Block of West Street Rd. in Pocopson Township.
First in crews went on the scene with fire showing from a basement garage, which later spread up to the attic space.
Engine 25-1 was the first to arrive, followed by Tower 24 and ... (Full Story & Photos)
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