Volunteer Firefighter

Volunteer Firefighter Requirements

After completing the volunteer training program, pay starts at $7 per call.

The Town of Southern Pines seeks qualified Volunteer Firefighters for the Southern Pines Fire Department. This position requires no previous experience with fire department responsibilities; however, it does require a strong commitment to assist the fire department and a desire to learn and retain fire department training.

Qualified applicants will complete an approximately 48-hour in-house orientation and training academy. Individuals will have 3 months to complete in-house training.

Requirements of the volunteer position:

• Volunteers shall perform shift duty 48 hours per month on a shift of their choice to remain on the department roster.
• Volunteers shall maintain 36 hours of training per year to remain on the department roster.
• Ability to perform specific movements (walk, run, climb, stoop, bend, jump, etc.)
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle items (to include weight limits for “constantly”, “regularly”, and “occasionally” frequently.

Qualified applicants shall pass a background check and drug screen before becoming a department member.

Benefits for Volunteer Members:

• Call Response Compensation after a six-month probation period
• Workers Compensation Coverage
• NC Firefighter and Rescue Workers Pension Fund
• NC Association of Rescue and EMS Membership
• Southern Pines Volunteer Fire Department Pension

The Town of Southern Pines is an Equal Opportunity Employer