Shelburne Rescue

Shelburne Rescue is hiring!
We have several openings for the following positions:
1. Per-Diem Emergency Vehicle Operator/Technician (EMT or above)
2. Per-Diem ALS Crew Chief (AEMT or above)
3. Full-time ALS Crew Chief (AEMT or above)

And as always, we are still taking volunteers.

Local Grant Funds Purchase of Paramedic Equipment

SHELBURNE, VT - Shelburne Rescue is thrilled to announce the award of a $9,000 SCHiP’s grant to fund the purchase of paramedic equipment.

SCHiP’s Treasure Resale Shop, located in the heart of the Shelburne village, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit turning life’s discards into hope for organizations within the Shelburne, Charlotte, and Hinesburg communities.

The SCHiP’s board of directors have been incredible supporters of the rescue department over the years. The department has been awarded several grants from SCHiP’s, funding the purchase of high-visibility jackets for crews to wear in cold or hazardous conditions, AEDs, and mass causality equipment.

Shelburne Rescue is in the process of transitioning to a Paramedic level service, bringing a greater level of advanced life support to the Town of Shelburne and surrounding communities through mutual aid agreements.

Shelburne Rescue will be using these grant funds to offset the purchase of paramedic equipment at a cost of $18,000. The department intends on purchasing this equipment in December for an anticipated transition date in January, 2024.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the SCHiP’s board of directors for their unwavering commitment and invaluable support to Shelburne Rescue. This grant undeniably has the potential to make a lifesaving difference.

Inquiries can be directed to Chief Jacob Leopold at [email protected]

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Pictured is Lead Paramedic Doug Schmidt accepting grant funding from Colleen Haag, Treasurer of SCHiPs.

THIS SATURDAY!!!

Join us, October 14th from 7:30-10:30 at the Shelburne Community School!

We are hiring!

Shelburne Rescue is seeking professional, self-motivated pre-hospital clinicians for both per-diem and part-time Crew Chief positions.

Applicants should be licensed at the AEMT level (Paramedic preferred) with at least one year of Crew Chief experience.

Part-time positions require a minimum of two, 12-hour shifts per week, and come with a competitive municipal benefit package.

Interested applicants must submit an application and resume to [email protected]. Applications can be found on our website www.shelburnerescue.org

Questions? Email [email protected]

Shelburne Rescue and the Town of Shelburne are equal opportunity employers.

In just over 1 month, Shelburne Fire will be hosting our annual Pancake Breakfast! Bring your family and friends and enjoy delicious pancakes prepared by members of the Shelburne Fire Department!

Saturday, October 14th from 7:30am to 10:30am at the Shelburne Community School! We look forward to seeing you there! For more updates, visit our website or social media pages!

Come join us this Sunday from 0900-1300 to meet our members, see our truck, and eat some pancakes! Tickets are $5 and the proceeds go towards fundraising for our club. Purchase with QR code or with cash at the door.

On this September 11th, 2023 we remember all those who were taken from their loved ones and all those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

We hold in our continued thoughts those that have passed as a result of 9/11 and those that are still battling related illness.

Drop a Ball for Fire & Rescue - September 15, 2023  

Yesterday members of our department took part in a live action MCI scenario with other neighboring services around Chittenden County. The scenario was set up to test and evaluate our districts readiness for a large scale active shooter / MCI threat. It was a Job well done by all who attended.

We’d like to give a big thanks to the patient models and to NETS for organizing the event and allowing us to participate and assist in all areas (Warm Zone Tactical EMS response & triage, Patient treatment and transport, command observation and evaluation) of the event.

Shelburne Rescue offers our deepest condolences to the family, friends, coworkers, and all who had the privilege of knowing Officer Jessica Ebbighausen of the Rutland Police Department, EOW 7/7/2023.

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Congratulations to all of our College Seniors who graduated this past weekend and Farewell to all our departing EMS providers. You’ve all volunteered countless hours to the Shelburne Community and Shelburne Rescue in your time with our department. For those of you staying local and continuing your service to the department; we thank you. To those of you leaving us, you will be greatly missed, and we can’t wait to see what the next chapter brings. We wish you all the best of luck on your future endeavors.

Heavy Rescue is one of the many other things we do at Shelburne Fire. These skills can be used at a variety of incidents from car accidents to tractor rollovers! We'll see you all TOMORROW, where you can learn plenty more!

Fire suppression is at the core of what we do. If that doesn't "spark" 🔥 your interest, there is plenty more that we do, too! Stay tuned to learn more or come find out for yourself on May 13th.

Regional Railway Response Tabletop Exercise (TTX)

The town of Shelburne is hosting a Regional Table-Top Exercise (TTX) in collaboration with Vermont Emergency Management and Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission. This exercise is designed to help prepare organizations for potential catastrophic events within the region. The purpose of this exercise is to strengthen interagency relations and provide participants with an opportunity to assess their preparedness, response, and recovery protocols, plans, and capabilities for the event.

A Vermont Emergency Management facilitator will lead players discussions to address the challenges presented by the event, gathering feedback and identifying areas for improvement within the plan. Discussions will focus on stakeholder coordination, communications, critical decision-making, and the integration of resources necessary to respond to and recover from the event.

DATE: Wednesday, May 31st, 2023
TIME: 1200 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Shelburne Fire Department
5380 Shelburne Road
Shelburne Vermont

Registration:

Lunch will be provided! Please help us plan by registering at the link below:

RSVP Link: https://forms.office.com/g/SJSaE4EL8V

Registration Deadline: May 23, 2023, 5pm

The countdown has begun! We are so excited to announce we will be having a recruitment open house, along with several other fire departments across the state, on May 13th! Stay tuned over the next several days for a look at some of the incredible things Shelburne Fire has to offer. You'll be able to see them in person or just stop by to ask questions come May 13th! We can't wait to see you all there!

As we all prepare for a nights rest at home in our cozy beds, there are some who will instead be found responding to 911 emergencies throughout the night. On this International Women’s Day we would like to thank you all for the countless hours you dedicate to serving the Shelburne Community and it’s neighbors. We are proud of the work you do, the individuals you are, and the differences you each make! Here’s to all of you!

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Our new website has a feature that allows you to make donations securely online! shelburnefire.org/donate We greatly appreciate your support!

It is with great sadness that we share news of the passing of former Shelburne Firefighter Matt Callaghan. Matt was a member of the Shelburne Fire Department from 2003 through 2012, and served as the Department's Secretary for much of that time. Matt and his family moved to Virginia after he left the Department, and for years he has brought joy to many children as a full-time, year-round Santa.

Matt is survived by his wife Margo, stepson Nick, sister Martha, and countless friends. Rest in Peace Matt!

Good afternoon:

The latest from the National Weather Service is that the threat of high wind is diminishing rapidly, creating less risk of trees and powerlines coming down and resulting loss of power.

However: the Arctic cold front/flash freeze will still be upon us by 4:00 P.M., and through tonight and tomorrow. This will bring extreme cold and wind chill well below zero. Please stay off the roads later today and tonight, as icing will occur rapidly.

The Town Office gym is open as a warming shelter, but given icing conditions later today, it may be better to shelter in place at home. If you do come to Town Offices at 5420 Shelburne Road, please bring personal necessities: bedding, medical supplies, basic food to tide you over.

Please call Emergency Management Director Bob Lake at 802.324.9094 with any questions; always call 911 immediately with any actual emergencies, but please refrain from doing so unless it is an emergency. Our Dispatchers anticipate a very busy time when the freezing occurs. We dispatch for nearly three dozen agencies in the region, and as a 911 call taking center, they also handle "rollover" calls from other 911 centers when they are already busy themselves as part of the statewide 911 system.

Thank you for your patience and understanding. Stay home for now unless truly necessary; check in on elderly or vulnerable neighbors when you can.

Please be careful out there on ice and in the cold.

From all of us, we thank you.

Town of Shelburne Police, Fire, Rescue, Dispatch, Management Team, Emergency Management, and Employees

Shelburne Rescue is Hiring!
We are looking to fill a Full Time Crew Chief Position. See below for details.

If you are looking to do any backyard burning, you are required to have a burn permit --- please visit our website on how to obtain one. However, even with a burn permit, it is critical to only burn select materials.

Yesterday along the new Ethan Allen Express rail line in West Rutland, a couple walking their dog on the tracks very narrowly missed being struck by the approaching train. Also yesterday, a person was photographed walking his dog on the tracks in Brandon. He was wearing earbuds and was highly unlikely to have heard the approaching Ethan Allen Express, which was only minutes away.

Amtrak practice runs are happening now in preparation of the new service this summer, which extends the service north from Rutland through Middlebury and Vergennes into Burlington. This train runs at speeds of up to 59 mph on continuously welded rail, making the train so quiet it could easily be confused with the sound of the wind blowing through the trees. The train typically only sounds its horn at public railroad crossings, meaning it can travel for miles without sounding the horn. It is up to all of us to stay off the tracks and only cross at designated crossings.

With quieter trains moving at fast speeds, instances like this can turn deadly quickly. Make the safe and smart choice.

(Photo credit: Vermont Rail System)

Parker Ripley and Nate Goldman are the Underhill Fire Wardens. Todd Fischer is Jericho's Fire Warden