Berwyn, IL Firefighters Local 506

10/22/2022

We are on the ballot. Please vote YES on the Workers Rights Amendment to support your Berwyn Firefighters.
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10/17/2022

We are hiring 4 firefighter/paramedics immediately!
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Berwyn Fire Department Is Hiring for Four (4) Immediate Openings!

Be a part of a great tradition, apply to be a !

The City of Berwyn Police and Fire Commission are accepting applications for IMMEDIATE openings. To apply:

1. Carefully review the instructions on the application. For any questions regarding the applications process or instructions, please contact IOS Solutions by visiting their website at iosolutions.com, email, [email protected] or call them at (800) 343-HIRE.
2. Visit www.iosolutions.com to complete the online application.
Application deadline is November 10, 2022 at 4:00pm.
A mandatory orientation and written examination on December 10, 2022 will be required for all eligible candidates.

For more information, please visit www.iosolutions.com .

Please DO NOT contact the City of Berwyn or the Fire Department regarding the application or requirements. All questions must be directed to IO Solutions.
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¡El Departamento de Bomberos de Berwyn está contratando cuatro (4) posiciones inmediatas!

¡Sé parte de una gran tradición, apliqué para ser un de !

La Comisión de Policía y Bomberos de la Ciudad de Berwyn está aceptando solicitudes para vacantes INMEDIATAS. Aplicar:

1. Lea atentamente las instrucciones de la solicitud. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el proceso de solicitud o las instrucciones, comuníquese con IOS Solutions visitando su sitio web en iosolutions.com, envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected] o llámelos al (800) 343-HIRE.
2. Visite www.iosolutions.com para completar la solicitud en línea.
La fecha límite de solicitud es el 10 de noviembre de 2022 a las 4:00 p.m.
Se requerirá una orientación obligatoria y un examen escrito el 10 de diciembre de 2022 para todos los candidatos elegibles.

Para obtener más información, visite www.iosolutions.com.

NO se comunique con la Ciudad de Berwyn o el Departamento de Bomberos con respecto a la solicitud o los requisitos. Todas las preguntas deben dirigirse a IO Solutions.

La aplicación solo se lleva a cabo en inglés.

10/15/2022

This morning, your Berwyn Firefighters will be “passing the hat” for Breast & Prostate Cancer Awareness today at the following intersections from 9:30am - 11:30am:

Ogden & Oak Park Ave
26th & Harlem Ave
22nd & Ridgeland Ave
Roosevelt & Oak Park Ave

We will be donating all of our earnings to the American Cancer Society. If you miss us on the street, you can still donate below ⬇️💰
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10/14/2022

We would like to thank Berwyn South School District 100’s Irving School for inviting us out to their “Walk, Ride, and Roll to School” Day! You can always count on your local firefighters to be there for our community.
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10/14/2022

Respect - Vote Yes for Workers' Rights

We are literally on the ballot…
Your Berwyn Firefighters have been showcased for the Workers Rights Amendment. This November 8th, support your local firefighters by voting YES!
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10/13/2022

Local 506’ers Jeff Abruzino & Trustee Freddy Bazaldua stopped by Flapjack Brewery last night for the official tapping of our Czech Pils “The Berwyner” 🍺

For every pint poured of our craft beer, $1 will be donated to the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance’s Burn Camp.

Let’s drink responsibly for a good cause!
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10/12/2022

It’s officially been tapped! Please stop by Flapjack Brewery to try our new Local 506 Czech Pilsner “The Berwyner” and drink responsibly for a good cause 🍺⬇️
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Now on Tap!!!
The “Berwyner” Czech Pils our collaboration with The Berwyn IL Firefighters Local 506

The Berwyn, IL Firefighters Local 506 and Flapjack Brewery teamed up to brew the "Berwyner" to help raise funds for the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance's Camp "I Am Me"!

For every pint poured, the Local 506 will be donating $1 to camp.
Come into the taproom to enjoy a pint or three for a good cause!

10/09/2022

We would like to thank everyone who stopped by our tent yesterday to sample our Czech Pilsner, the Local 506 “Berwyner” at the 8th Annual Berwyn Brewfest ! We had an amazing time and we completely sold out our Berwyner hoodies.

We would also like to thank Flapjack Brewery for collaborating with us and making all of this possible! Starting this Wednesday, our beer will be on tap exclusively at Flapjack. For every pint poured, $1 will be donated to the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance Burn Camp!

Drinking responsibly for a good cause! 🍻
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10/05/2022

We are all set to debut our Czech Pilsner, the Local 506 “Berwyner” in conjunction with Flapjack Brewery at the Berwyn Brew Fest this Saturday @ Proska Park. Your local firefighters (off-duty of course) had the oppurtunity to sample the beer today and we must say it’s fantastic! Our kegs are filled and ready to go.

Remember, for ever pint poured, we will donate $1 to the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance’s burn camp. Tickets are still available (click the link ⬇️)

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/8th-annual-berwyn-brewfest-celebrate-craft-brews-music-and-food-tickets-406957158817

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10/02/2022

We would like to thank all the Berwynites, friends, and family who stopped by this year’s Berwyn Fire Department Open House to prepare for our upcoming Fire Prevention Week! What a great day to learn about fire safety, emergency medical services, and to check out all the cool equipment the BFD uses on a daily basis. Not to mention, Local 506 passed out over 300+ free hotdogs, chips, and drinks to everyone in attendance. Fun was had by all. See you next year!
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09/29/2022

We are very excited to see everyone at our Berwyn Fire Department Open House this Saturday starting at 10am! Stop by our tents for FREE hotdogs, chips, and drinks that will be served by your Local 506’ers.

Also, we will be selling our Oktoberfest shirts shown below for a reduced price of $20 only at our Open House! (We accept cash or credit)
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09/28/2022

Watch the world premiere of Svengoolie Uncrypted! Starts October 1st at 9PM | 8C

Berwynites, mark your calendars and check out Svengoolie Uncrypted on MeTV this Saturday, October 1st @ 8PM. Special appearance from your Berwyn Firefighters, Freddy Bazaldua & Jerry Marzullo
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Our very special special is full of all things Sven! Watch the world premiere of the one-hour primetime special Svengoolie Uncrypted on Saturday, October 1st...

09/27/2022

Berwyn, IL Firefighter/Paramedic Job Application - Industrial/Organizational Solutions

Berwyn Fire Department
Firefighter/Paramedic Job Application
Starting Salary: $74,215.53

The department will be filling four (4) immediate openings!

Minimum Requirements:

✅Candidates WITHOUT Illinois Certified Firefighter II/Basic
✅Operations Firefighter with the Illinois Office of the State Fire
✅Marshal must successfully complete the fire academy and obtain a FFII/BOF certificate issued by the OSFM. The City of Berwyn will assume the costs of the fire academy. Those who already holding a FFII/BOF at the time of hire may be exempt
✅21 to under 35 years of age at time of written exam
✅Certified Illinois Department of Public Health Paramedic at time of conditional offer of employment
✅Must gain approval into Loyola Hospital EMS System upon employment at time of conditional offer of employment
✅Must have a valid CPAT AND Ladder Climb Certification at time of conditional offer of employment
✅Must be eligible to work in the United States
✅Valid driver’s license (must have Illinois Driver’s License at time of conditional offer and maintain license during the course of employment with the City of Berwyn)
✅Must be able to read, write, and speak English
As a condition of employment, must be reside in Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, McHenry, or Will County by the end of probationary period and throughout the course of employment

Required Documentation due by 4:00 p.m. on 11/10/2022:

✅Submission of an online application (available after purchase)
✅Consent and Release Forms (available after purchase)
✅City of Berwyn Authorization and Release Forms (available after purchase)
✅Physical Fitness Certificate (available after purchase)
✅Copy of high school diploma/GED
✅Copy of valid driver’s license
✅Copy of birth record as proof of citizenship or legal authorization to work in the U.S.: may include county/state issued birth record, US passport, Naturalization Papers, or Permanent resident card

Orientation and Testing Information:

Candidates must attend the mandatory orientation and written examination on December 10, 2022. Testing location and sign-in times will be provided to eligible candidates.

Application Process Information:

When you have completed the online application, you will receive a confirmation number. You will also need to print and sign the required release forms and gather the required documents for submission to IOS Recruitment by the deadline (11/10/2022 at 4:00 PM). You are wholly responsible for the accuracy and completion of your application. Incorrect, missing, or otherwise incomplete applications will be cause for disqualification. Contact IOS Recruitment before the application deadline with any questions regarding application, required documents, or testing. Application fees are non-refundable.

All communications will come from IOS via email at [email protected]. Be sure to add us to your address book and check your inbox (including spam folder) frequently for time sensitive notices.

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Berwyn Fire DepartmentFirefighter/Paramedic Job ApplicationStarting Salary: $74,215.53The department will be filling four (4) immediate openings!  Minimum Requirements: Candidates without Illinois Certified Firefighter II/Basic Operations Firefighter with the Illinois Office of the State Fire Marsh...

09/24/2022

While returning from a call today, your Berwyn Firefighters stopped by Lincoln Middle School to purchase some Krispy Kreme Doughnuts for their annual PTSA fundraiser.
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Berwyn North School District 98

09/23/2022

Check your mailboxes! Local 506 continues to be the face of the Workers Rights Amendment. The newest mailer features our very own Trustee, Fred Bazaldua.

Remeber to vote YES for better pay and benefits this November!
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09/22/2022

At last night’s union meeting, we cut a check for $5,000 to Kelsey Tomko from the 100 Club of Illinois with the money we raised from Berwyn’s Oktoberfest.

The 100 Club of Illinois provides resources, several forms of financial support, access to training, and moral support to both the families of first responders killed in the line of duty and active duty first responders throughout the state of Illinois.

We would like to thank all the Berwynites who supported us and this great cause. Cheers! 🍻
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09/20/2022

A couple of weeks ago, we announced we were working on a craft beer in collaboration with Flapjack Brewery. Today, we are proud to show off our logo for our Czech Pilsner “The Berwyner” which will make its debut at Berwyn Brew Fest. For every pint poured, we will donate $1 to the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance’s burn camp
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09/18/2022

What an incredible turnout for this year’s Berwyn Oktoberfest! We can’t thank everyone enough who stopped by our tent to purchase beer brats, potato pancakes, and shirts. Once again, all of our proceeds from the last two nights will benefit the 100 Club of Illinois. See you next year!
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09/17/2022

Day 1 of Oktoberfest is in the books! We had a great night of serving up beer brats & potato pancakes. Not to mention, we sold a bunch of 506 firefighter shirts as well.

Just a reminder, all of our Oktoberfest sales will be donated to the 100 Club of Illinois. See you at noon today!
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09/16/2022

Who’s ready for Oktoberfest in Berwyn?! I know we are! See you tonight and tomorrow 🍻
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100 Club of Illinois
Turano Baking Company

09/14/2022

Berwynites, are you ready for Oktoberfest this Friday & Saturday?! I know we are! We will be selling our famous beer brats & potato pancakes once again at our tent on Windsor & Grove. Not to mention, our special addition 506 Oktoberfest shirts will be for sale for $25.

💯 of our proceeds will be donated to the 100 Club of Illinois. (Cash or credit is accepted)
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09/11/2022

“One of the worst days in America’s history saw some of the bravest acts in Americans’ history. We’ll always honor the heroes of 9/11. And here at this hallowed place, we pledge that we will never forget their sacrifice.”

- President George W. Bush
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09/05/2022

Happy Labor Day, Berwynites! This year, if you really want to support labor, please vote YES on the Workers Rights Amendment on November 8th. It will guarantee every Illinoisan has the right to:

✅ Join fellow workers to bargain
✅ Negotiate for better pay & benefits
✅ Safer working conditions

Now that’s how you keep the Labor Movement strong! 💪
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Illinois State AFL-CIO
Associated Fire Fighters of Illinois

09/01/2022

We are excited to announce that we will making our first 506 craft beer with none other than Flapjack Brewery! We will be brewing a Czech Pilsner that will be released at the 8th Annual Berwyn Brewfest

Plus, for every pint poured of our beer, we will be donating $1 to the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance’s Burn Camp!
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09/01/2022

Retired Local 506 members Jim Zarobsky, Denis O’Halloran, and AFFI Emeritis Ron Vinyard standing tall with their AFFI union brothers as Governor Thompson signs this historic legislation. ⬇️
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08/31/2022

The Car Kebab made famous in ‘Wayne’s World’? It’s back — sort of

The Car Kebab made famous in ‘Wayne’s World’? It’s back — sort of

Pisa’s Romanesque marvel inspired the creation of the Leaning Tower of Niles.

08/28/2022

Yesterday, your Berwyn firefighters passed out over 500 free bottles of water to attendees of the Berwyn Route 66 Car Show. Also, we sold our special edition car show shirts (pictured below). Fun was had by all!
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08/27/2022

We would like to thank the 3500 blocks of Maple & Scoville Ave for inviting us to their block parties! Lotta future Berwyn firefighters out there! Fun was had by all
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