Is it your time to volunteer, or begin an exciting career?
For many years, volunteer firefighters did what had to be done to provide aid and fire services. Volunteers come from all parts of our community. They vary in age and lifestyles, they are both men and women.
Volunteering as a firefighter/EMT is a challenging, exciting and rewarding experience. The reason for wanting to become a volunteer firefighter varies: from the thrill; to a desire to give something back to our community; as a hobby; family tradition and more.
There is no difference in certification between career and volunteer responders. You can be fully trained and state certified at no expense to you. It may surprise the average citizen to learn that even those 16 to 20 years old can volunteer to become a member of the WCFD7 Fire Cadet program.
Whatcom County Fire District 7 is a combination (career and volunteer) Fire Department responding to over 6,000 calls in a 72 square mile service area annually. These calls include emergency medical services, motor vehicle accidents, structure and brush fires. Volunteers also provide support for public education and fire prevention, including school presentations, station tours, fire extinguisher training, and other community events.
APPLICATION TIMELINE:
All hiring is conducted on an as-needed basis. Please submit copies of certifications with your application packet.
Volunteer,Intern, Resident and Support Firefighters: Applications are accepted from January 1st through March 31st. Volunteers with no certifications are only eligible once per year.
