Continuous Recruitment for Volunteer and Student Firefighters Volunteer Firefighters
In-District
- Must be able to Pass Background Investigation and NFPA Physical
- Must have own transportation.
- Must have Oregon Driver’s License
- Almost 300 hours of initial Firefighter Training (First Year)
- Attend Thursday Evening Drills
- Respond to large incidents when available
Out of District
- Must be able to Pass Background Investigation and NFPA Physical
- Must have own transportation.
- Must have Oregon Driver’s License
- Almost 300 hours of initial Firefighter Training (First Year)
- Attend Thursday Evening Drills
- Respond to large incidents when available
- Complete 36 Hours of shift coverage per month.
MAYBE IT’S TIME TO ADD A NEW SUIT TO YOUR WARDROBE?
Sutherlin Fire Department's Firefighter Scholarship Program
We believe your education is important
- Are you currently enrolled in College?
- Are you interested in Tuition Assistance?
- Are you interested in helping the Community?
- If so, then you may eligible for a scholarship!
- Awards are $2,700 per term, four terms per year
- Scholarship paid to Umpqua Community College (or other school) at the start of the term
- Residency possibly available at a local fire station
- You must be currently enrolled in Fire/EMS College courses
- You will be required to maintain a GPA of 2.75
- Pass a criminal background check and a medical examination
- Participation in the program requires a commitment of ten 24-hour shifts a month, and will require you to obtain certifications in Firefighting and/or EMS
- Work along side Career and Volunteer Firefighters on a staffed Engine Company
- Mobilization & upstaffing pay possible (if qualified)
- If interested, please complete an inquiry below for additional information
