Become a Firefighter

Newberry Springs Fire Department is a volunteer fire department that is always looking for motivated individuals who want to serve their community, gain hands-on emergency response experience, and become part of the fire service.

Whether your goal is to begin a career as a firefighter or simply serve the Newberry Springs community, our department provides an opportunity to train, respond to emergencies, develop your skills, and gain valuable hands-on experience.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

Be at least 18 years of age
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Possess a valid driver's license
Obtain a valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification/license or be already Enrolled in an EMT Course.

Gain Real-World Emergency Experience

Training is important, but there is no replacement for experiencing the fire service in the real world.

As a member of Newberry Springs Fire Department, you will have the opportunity to respond alongside our crews and gain experience with the types of emergencies firefighters regularly encounter in a rural community.

Depending on the incident, members may respond to:

Medical emergencies and EMS calls
Residential / Commercial fires
Wildland and vegetation fires
Vehicle fires
Traffic accidents
Rescue incidents
Hazardous-materials incidents
Mutual-aid incidents with neighboring fire departments
Other fire, rescue, and emergency incidents throughout our response area

Don't Have Your Firefighter I Yet?

That's okay.

You do not have to already possess your California State Fire Training Fire Fighter 1 certification to begin your journey with Newberry Springs Fire Department.

If you are willing to put in the work, we will help pave the way for you to work toward obtaining your Fire Fighter 1 certification.

New members receive department training, hands-on instruction from state qualified fire instructors, and opportunities to develop the skills and experience necessary to continue progressing in the fire service. Our goal is to give motivated members the training, hands-on experience, and foundation needed to prepare for the Fire Fighter 1 certification process and take the next step toward a career in the fire service, if that is the path they choose.

No Previous Fire Service Experience Required

Previous firefighting experience is desired, but is not required to apply.

We are looking for people who are dependable, motivated, willing to learn, able to work as part of a team, and committed to serving their community.

What we expect from you is the willingness to show up, learn, train, work hard, and be part of the team.

FROM NEWBERRY SPRINGS FIRE DEPARTMENT TO:

For many of our members, Newberry Springs Fire Department has been the beginning of a career in the fire service and emergency medical services. Members have used the training, certifications, experience, and real-world emergency response opportunities gained here to move on to career agencies throughout California and across the country.

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Your Fire & EMS Career Can Start Here.

Our goal is to give motivated members a place to train, gain real-world experience, and build the foundation needed to take the Firefighter I examination and pursue a career in the fire service or emergency medical services.

Ready to Get Started?

If you are interested in becoming a firefighter with the Newberry Springs Fire Department, we encourage you to apply.

You bring the motivation and willingness to learn. We will help provide the training, experience, and pathway to help you move forward in the fire service.

Before You Apply

Please note: Newberry Springs Fire Department is a volunteer fire department. This is a volunteer firefighter position and is not a full-time or career firefighter position.

Before submitting an application, please make sure you understand the volunteer nature of the department and meet the minimum requirements listed below.

Applicants must:

Be at least 18 years of age
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Possess a valid driver’s license
Hold a valid EMT certification/license or be currently enrolled in an EMT course

Meeting these minimum requirements is the first step in the application process. If you are interested in serving your community, gaining hands-on fire and emergency response experience, and developing your skills in the fire service, we encourage you to apply.