www.SVZVFD.org - South Van Zandt Volunteer Fire Department.

Become a Volunteer Firefighter and answer the call to help your community! South Van Zandt Volunteer Fire Department is actively seeking new members. We need volunteers to join our department as firefighters, drivers, and support personnel. Volunteer firefighting is one of the most rewarding experiences you’ll ever have. As a Volunteer Firefighter, we are continually training to respond to emergencies, including structure fires, grass fires, vehicle accidents, downed power lines, gas leaks, medical calls, and as we found out this year, even tornados. We also play a vital role in educating the community in fire safety.

The South Van Zandt Volunteer Fire Department is a community organization that has provided over 25 years of fire suppression, 1st Responder, fire prevention, and rescue services. Our members contribute to and engage in these activities to protect and preserve life and property from damage, whether from fire or other emergencies in South Van Zandt County and we provide assistance to our neighbors through Mutual Aid to neighboring departments when requested or needed.

There are many benefits being a member of a volunteer fire department, including helping our community and the personal rewards and satisfaction that comes from helping a neighbor. A community of volunteers is always there for each other. There are several positions in our department and there just might be one that’s just right for you. No experience? No problem, we can train you! We have “Volunteering” opportunities for all experience levels. We have JUNIOR FIREFIGHTERS, FIREFIGHTERS, and EMT positions available. Everyone receives appropriate safety equipment and levels of training.

JUNIOR FIREFIGHTERS (in training): Must be between 16 and 18 years of age and must have parental approval.Junior FireFighters may participate in fire fighting training and in "Outside" fire fighting activities, but are prohibited from participating in any interior fire fighting or any other hazardous duties.

FIREFIGHTER: To become a FireFighter, you must be at least 18 years of age and interested in training to be Firefighters or have already completed Applicants must submit an application and be approved by SVZVFD, as well as meet minimum participation standards each year.

There are four FireFighter postions:

   •  FIREFIGHTER (Probationary - 1st thru 6th month):
   •  FIREFIGHTER (Probationary - 7th thru 12th month):
   •  FIREFIGHTER - Exterior:
   •  FIREFIGHTER - Interior:

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT):

DRIVER: Must be 21 years of age or older and in good health. Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license. All drivers must be a member of SVZVFD for 1 year.

SUPPORT MEMBER: Use your skills and talents to help us behind the scenes. You can help by cleaning equipment, performing administration tasks, fundraising, seeking donations, and/or writing grant request.

Individuals who meet the membership requirements listed in the “Application Process” are encouraged to submit an application.    SVZVFD Membership Application