Medic joining a volunteer department - what should I expect? Any tips for new guys?

[u/Embarrassed_Sound835]

Hey there. Paramedic here. I have a fitness test at the volly station I'm joining tomorrow. I have very minimal experience working at a fire department. I'm joining to gain more certs and to see if I enjoy the other side of public safety. Any tips on being the new guy? Things that can help me be a good member of my station? The service I'm joining does QRS- but I'm under the impression that I'll be there only paramedic there. Any good ideas for QRS?

I know it's a super broad question. Thanks everyone.

[u/National_Conflict609]

You’ll be a new member just like anyone else. Ears and eyes open, ask questions, look through the compartments to see where equipment is stored. Take classes and seminars go through Firefighter 1. You’ll do ok