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Firefighters looking at a helicopter landing in a field.
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Two people in safety gear practicing rope access or rescue techniques on a slope.

South Hays is currently continuing to accept applications for volunteer firefighter positions. Due to an ongoing revamp of our volunteer program, the selection process will be delayed, with final considerations projected for late summer 2025.

We appreciate your interest and patience as we work to enhance the program, ensuring it provides the best experience for our volunteers and the highest level of service to our community.

Apply today to be considered for our newly restructured team in 2025!

 

Minimum Volunteer Qualifications:

  • 18 years of age.
  • Submit to a full Criminal History, Background Check and Drivers History Check.
  • No pending charges, deferred adjudication, or conviction on any class A misdemeanor or felonies.  Class B and C misdemeanors; arrests, charges, deferred adjudications and convictions will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.  All arrests, charges and dispositions must be fully disclosed. 
  • No more than a combination of 3 moving violations and/or vehicle accidents in the past 3 years. 
  • Have vehicle for transportation to and from the station.

Application Process:

  • Complete all required paperwork.  Bring in copies or printouts of all certificates and certifications. 
  • Attend a weekly training nights for station and equipment orientation. 
  • Complete the State Fireman’s and Fire Marshal’s Association – Introductory Fire Fighting class, online, on your own time.
  • Attend an 8 hour, hands on, orientation training class on a Saturday.  (This class is usually held on the second Saturday every three months.) 

After successful completion of the Introductory phase, you will start the Basic phase:

  • Participate in the weekly training nights.
  • Obtain a Class “B” Driver’s License.
  • Complete the State Fireman’s and Fire Marshal’s Association, Basic Volunteer Firefighting class online. 
  • Complete your hands on skills and live fire training with your assigned officer.