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Hazel Green Volunteer Fire-Rescue
Hazel Green, AL · Madison County
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Department careers page ↗Hazel Green Volunteer Fire and Rescue has served the Hazel Green, Alabama community for decades as an all-volunteer department, combining structural and wildland firefighting with basic life support EMS, vehicle extrication, and water rescue capability. A roster of roughly 30 members responds out of four stations spread across the district, backed by a fleet of engines, a dedicated rescue unit, a wildland attack truck, and BLS medic units crewed by EMTs and AEMTs.
Leadership runs through a chain that starts at probationary firefighter and climbs to officer ranks -- Fire Captain, EMS Captain, Deputy Chief, and Chief -- with several of the department's current officers, including Chief Steve Watson, having been promoted up through those same ranks after starting as rookies. The department pairs emergency response with community education and fire-prevention outreach, including help for residents with home fire alarms and smoke detectors.
Because membership is entirely volunteer, Hazel Green VFR keeps its doors open to new recruits year-round, inviting anyone in the community who wants to serve as a firefighter or EMT to apply online or reach out directly to the station.
MissionTo protect and enhance the lives of our neighbors and their properties through rapid and effective emergency response services.
Hazel Green VFR is an all-volunteer department that says it is "always looking for motivated and dedicated members" and recruits on a continuous, rather than seasonal, basis.
Hiring process
- Submit the online membership application on the department's website (personal information, address, and position preference)
- Contact the department by phone or email with any questions about joining
How do I become a firefighter or EMT with Hazel Green Volunteer Fire and Rescue?
Interested applicants complete the online membership application on the department's website, which asks for personal information, address, and position preference. The department describes itself as "always looking for motivated and dedicated members" and encourages candidates to reach out by phone or email with questions.
What positions does Hazel Green Volunteer Fire and Rescue recruit for?
The department is 100% volunteer, with members progressing from probationary firefighter through officer ranks including Fire Captain, EMS Captain, Deputy Chief, and Chief. Applicants select a position preference on the online application.
Does Hazel Green VFR provide EMS as well as fire response?
Yes. The department fields a dedicated EMS Captain and BLS-equipped medic units alongside its fire engines, rescue unit, and wildland attack truck across its four stations.
How many stations does Hazel Green Volunteer Fire and Rescue operate?
The department operates four stations (Station 1 through Station 4) serving the Hazel Green, Alabama community.