Fire Department · Combination
Windham Fire- Rescue
Windham, ME · Cumberland County
Windham Fire-Rescue protects the town of Windham, Maine, providing emergency medical response, fire suppression, fire prevention and inspections, hazardous materials response, and emergency management. Most members are cross-trained in both fire and EMS.
The department operates from four locations: Central Station (375 Gray Road) and North Station (718 Roosevelt Trail) are staffed around the clock, while the East and South stations are unstaffed (the South Station is shared with neighboring Gorham).
The department traces its roots to 1913, when Windham's fire service was established; the rescue service followed in 1968, and the two formally merged as Windham Fire-Rescue in 1992. Its combination staffing model blends full-time, part-time/per-diem, and on-call personnel.
MissionTo uphold the highest standard of professionalism in emergency mitigation, fire prevention, and community stewardship
Windham Fire-Rescue actively recruits Paid On Call and Per Diem members, and the department provides firefighter and EMT training to those it brings on. Interested applicants apply through the town's Jobs page, either downloading a paper application or applying online.
Higher-level openings appear on the same town job portal. As of mid-2026 the department is also recruiting for Deputy Chief - EMS and Deputy Chief - Training positions, both listed as "Open Until Filled."
Hiring process
- Apply through the town Jobs page by downloading a paper application or applying online
- The department provides firefighter and EMT training to new Paid On Call and Per Diem members
The department provides firefighter and EMT training to new members.
Is Windham Fire-Rescue hiring?
Yes. The department recruits Paid On Call and Per Diem members, and as of mid-2026 it also has Deputy Chief - EMS and Deputy Chief - Training openings listed as Open Until Filled.
How do I apply?
Applications are handled through the town's Jobs page, where you can either download a paper application or apply online.
Do I need prior training to join?
The department provides firefighter and EMT training to new Paid On Call and Per Diem members.
What kinds of positions are available?
The department uses a combination staffing model with full-time, part-time/per-diem, and paid-on-call roles, with most members cross-trained in fire and EMS.
What does the department do?
Windham Fire-Rescue provides emergency medical response, fire suppression, fire prevention and inspections, hazardous materials response, and emergency management.