SOUTH BAY FIRE DISTRICT 8

Lateral

We gladly accept lateral volunteer applicants year-round (those who already have their Firefighter1 and/or EMT credentials).  Please submit a completed application. 

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To Apply

• Pass an Accuplacer written test.

• Have passed a CPAT, (Physical Ability Test) in the last 12 months.

• Obtain a copy of your WA State Driver’s Abstract.

• Sign authorization for a background check.

• Complete online application and include above forms when submitting.

 

We will then schedule an interview for qualified candidates.

Selected candidates will complete new member orientation, and lateral skill sheets, then start running calls.

Once you are ready to run calls, a one-time, nominal stipend of $500  is offered to offset application fees. 

This is in addition to and separate from our standard stipend pay per shift.

 

Entry Level

Become a Volunteer Firefighter or EMT:

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To Apply

• Pass an Accuplacer written test.

• Pass a CPAT, Certified Physical Ability Test.

• Obtain a copy of your WA State Driver’s Abstract.

• Sign authorization for a background check.

• Complete online application and include above forms when submitting.

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We will then schedule an interview for qualified candidates.

We interview for and accept new entry level recruits twice a year.

Application deadlines for our recruit cycles are April 1st and October 1st.

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See Application Requirements tab for more information and testing links.

Once Selected

• We will sponsor you for training at the Firefighter and EMT Academy

• Academy is 2 evenings a week from 6-10pm and about 8 Saturdays, during the 5-month course.

• You are responsible to pass the certification process at end of academy.

• Earn a one-time $500 nominal stipend, at the conclusion of the Academy (and certification).

• Start shift schedule- you will work with your Battalion Chief to schedule your shifts (1 shift every 9 days).

• Earn stipend pay (a flat rate) per shift.