Frequently Asked Questions on Becoming a Volunteer Firefighter or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Prospective volunteer firefighters and EMTs often have lots of questions on the recruitment process, training and membership requirements. To help, we put together a list of frequently asked questions here, which include common questions like:

• What are the minimum requirements to become a volunteer? 
   
• How do I apply?
   
• How often will I need to volunteer?
   
• Can I just be a firefighter?
   
• What do you look for in a volunteer?
   
• What are the training requirements?
   
• Do I need to buy my own gear?
   
• How old do I need to be?
   
• What does the recruitment timeline look like? 

>> How Do I Apply? <<

To start your recruitment process, fill out the interest form below. Once you submit the interest form, you’ll receive an automatic email with a link to our online application. 

 
Anyone who has an interest in providing a service to their community but does not necessarily want to complete the training and/or respond to actual emergency incidents can become an associate member with the department. Associate members assist with a variety of functions within the department. These duties include fundraising events such as Bingo, Pancake Breakfast’s, Youth Dances and Shrimp Feasts.
 
Additionally, administrative members can assist with station up-keep and maintenance. Your training, background, and skills may prove to be a great asset to the company! 
 
As you will learn - a volunteer organization such as ours is always in need to people to help raise funds to support our operations. We are always in search of new members who are willing to bring new ideas and their time to help us to continue to provide the same high level of service that we have over the years.