Requirements to become a Volunteer Firefighter.
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Must have a current driver’s license
Does it cost anything to become a Firefighter?
- No – All training and equipment are covered by the department.
Do I need prior experience or training?
- No, we will provide you with all necessary training.
What training is required to become a Firefighter?
- You will be required to complete the following:
- Incident Command 100, 200, 700, 800 (These are online)
- 16 Hour Introductory to Fire Service
- 64 Hour Basic Firefighting
- To enter a burning building you will need to complete Live Burn @ the TN Fire Codes Academy in Bell Buckle TN.
- There are many optional classes/trainings you may choose to complete.
- ALL APPROVED TRAININGS ARE PAID FOR BY THE DEPARTMENT
How much time will it take? Can I still have a full time job?
- Your first few months are training heavy, but after the initial training you are only required to attend Vanessa K Free (state mandated training for all first responder and law enforcement agencies) and EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operations Course).
- Monthly trainings are held twice monthly on the second Saturday @ 8a and the following Monday @ 6pm at the Main Station on King Ridge Road.
- Check our calendar for trainings and events.
- WE UNDERSTAND EVERYONE HAS JOBS AND FAMILIES
- We all have jobs and families and respond as we can. Some of our people work out of town and make it work.
