Clackamas Fire District Apprentice Firefighter Program Graduates It's First Class (Photo) - 08/30/23

On Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023, Clackamas Fire District's first ever Apprentice Firefighter Program will graduate Academy 23-02. The program is designed to open up opportunities to those who may not have experience in firefighting, to gain training, as well as some on-the-job, real-world experience which will open up possibilities to work in the fire service. The hiring process shifts the focus onto the character of the applicants which will level the playing field for those interested. 

This program, which is grant funded and sponsored by the Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI), saw 436 applicants during it's initial stages with 13 individuals being selected into the program. The program is the first of it's kind in Oregon.

The graduation will be held on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Adrienne C. Nelson High School, 14897 SE Parklane Dr., Happy Valley, OR 97015. This will be held in the auditorium/theater.

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