BURN BAN IS OFF

To check the status of the burn ban call 512-393-7339 or visit

http://www.co.hays.tx.us/index.php/how-do-i/fire-marshal/

 Membership

The South Hays Fire Department is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization contracted with the Hays County Emergency Services District #3. South Hays and ESD #3 prides itself in maintaining a highly trained and equiped volunteer fire department who's members dedicate their spare time to serving our community.  Our members are what makes us a highly sucessful fire department.  To keep up with the growth, and an increase in call volume, we need people like you.

Our members come from all walks of life: business owners, college students, parents, teachers, retirees, career Fire Fighters / EMT's, and Law Enforcement 

So how do I get started?

Minimal Qualifications:

• 18 years of age.
• Submit to a full Criminal History, Background Check and Drivers History Check.
• No pending, differed or conviction on any class A misdemeanor or felonies.  Class B and C misdemeanors; arrests, charges, differed and convictions will be evaluated on a case by case basis.  All arrests, charges and dispositions must be fully disclosed. 
• No more than a combination of 3 moving violations and/or vehicle accidents in the past 3 years. 
• Have vehicle for transportation to and from the station.

Application Process:

• Complete all required paperwork.  Bring in copies or printouts of all certificates and certifications. 
•  Attend a weekly training night (Wednesday nights from 6 to 9 PM) for station and equipment orientation. 
• Complete the State Fireman’s and Fire Marshal’s Association – Introductory Fire Fighting class, online, on your own time.
• Attend an 8 hour, hands on, orientation training class on a Saturday.  (This class is usually held on the second Saturday of the month; every other month.) 

After successful completion if the Introductory phase, you will start the Basic phase:

• Submit to a drug test.
• Participate in the weekly training nights.
• Obtain a Class “B” Driver’s License.
• Complete the State Fireman’s and Fire Marshal’s Association, Basic Volunteer Firefighting class online. 
• Complete your hands on skills and live fire training with your assigned officer.

 Apply On-line

If you are intrested in volunteering, but do not want to run emergency calls, we can still use your help!  Please contact us at 512-754-7963 to find out how.