Join our Team

New members (volunteers or part-time) are always welcome and needed. Our success as a community service organization depends on knowledgeable and dependable people who are willing to give time and effort for a common goal.

Sabine Fire & Rescue Application (PDF)

All applications and serious inquiries for volunteer or part-time membership should be directed to ssisk@greggcountyesd2.com.

Compensated Volunteers:

No previous experience or training is required to become a compensated volunteer with Sabine FD. Whether you are interested in fire service and/or emergency medical service (EMS) or becoming a driver/operator, the department can provide the training you need.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Must reside in close proximity to the Sabine Fire & Rescue response district
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License
• Must be in good standing within the community
• Must be in good physical condition and be of sound character

MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES:

• Complete Application for Membership
• Personal reference checks
• Criminal background check (no felony convictions or pending felony indictment)
• Medical screening and Drug screening
• DMV status check
• Complete FEMA NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 online courses
• Complete Courage to Be Safe online course
• Complete National Traffic Incident Management Responder online course
• Provide copies of above course completion certificates along with any other applicable certifications (fire, ems, rescue)
• Approval by Fire Chief*

*If accepted, all volunteers will be required to obtain a Class B – Exempt driver’s license within the first six months of membership (to operate a public safety vehicle). If accepted as a firefighter trainee, you will also be required to successfully complete TCFP Basic Fire Academy within the first year of membership.

Part-Time Firefighters:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Active Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Basic Structural Firefighter Certification
• Active Texas Department of State Health Services (TXDSHS) Emergency Medical Technician Basic Certification (EMT-B)
• Familiar with Engine & Tanker pump operations and CAFS
• Current Texas Class B – Exempt Driver’s License
• FEMA NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 Certification
• Courage to Be Safe Certification
• National Traffic Incident Management Responder Certification

SHIFTS: 24 and/or 48