Minimum requirements

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Independent and reliable transportation
• Good driving record
• No criminal history
• Live within a reasonable distance of the district's response area

Ongoing requirements

• Uphold the mission and values of the department
• Successfully complete all portions of the Recruit Academy
• Be able to meet the duties and requirements of the position

Recruit Firefighter Commitments

The Recruit Academy runs for approximately four months, and no absences are allowed.

Recruits are expected to:

• Attend weekly department training on Wednesday nights
• Attend weekly recruit training, all day Saturdays and every other Sunday
• Participate in any department or Association-sponsored events held during the academy

Apprentice Firefighter, Firefighter, Lieutenant, and Captain commitment

• Attend weekly department training on Wednesday nights
• Fulfill one weekly shift:
  • Apprentice Firefighters and Firefighters: one 6-hour day shift at the Sourdough Fire Station
  • Lieutenants: one day shift
  • Captains: one command shift
• Respond to at least 10% of emergency calls each quarter, or an equivalent approved by the Fire Chief
• Attend two weekend extrication trainings each year, when offered
• Participate in at least one department or Association-sponsored event each year