Membership
The South Hays Fire Department is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization contracted with the Hays County Emergency Services District #3. South Hays and ESD #3 prides itself in maintaining a highly trained and equiped volunteer fire department who's members dedicate their spare time to serving our community. Our members are what makes us a highly sucessful fire department. To keep up with the growth, and an increase in call volume, we need people like you.
Our members come from all walks of life: business owners, college students, parents, teachers, retirees, career Fire Fighters / EMT's, and Law Enforcement
So how do I get started?
Minimal Qualifications:
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18 years of age.
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Submit to a full Criminal History, Background Check and Drivers History Check.
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No pending, differed or conviction on any class A misdemeanor or felonies. Class B and C misdemeanors; arrests, charges, differed and convictions will be evaluated on a case by case basis. All arrests, charges and dispositions must be fully disclosed.
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No more than a combination of 3 moving violations and/or vehicle accidents in the past 3 years.
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Have vehicle for transportation to and from the station.
Application Process:
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Complete all required paperwork. Bring in copies or printouts of all certificates and certifications.
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Attend a weekly training night (Wednesday nights from 6 to 9 PM) for station and equipment orientation.
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Complete the State Fireman’s and Fire Marshal’s Association – Introductory Fire Fighting class, online, on your own time.
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Attend an 8 hour, hands on, orientation training class on a Saturday. (This class is usually held on the second Saturday of the month; every other month.)
After successful completion if the Introductory phase, you will start the Basic phase:
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Submit to a drug test.
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Participate in the weekly training nights.
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Obtain a Class “B” Driver’s License.
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Complete the State Fireman’s and Fire Marshal’s Association, Basic Volunteer Firefighting class online.
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Complete your hands on skills and live fire training with your assigned officer.
Apply On-line
If you are intrested in volunteering, but do not want to run emergency calls, we can still use your help! Please contact us at 512-754-7963 to find out how.
