BECOME A VOLUNTEER

Parkdale Fire depends on volunteers. Our crew of about 30 volunteers works alongside our career staff to protect Parkdale, Mt. Hood and Dee. No experience is needed. We'll train you.

WAYS TO HELP

- Firefighter: structure and wildland fire response

- EMS: help staff our advanced life support ambulances

- Support: apparatus, logistics, public education and community events

WHAT WE PROVIDE

- Firefighter 1, Hazmat First Responder and Wildland Firefighter training through our annual Firefighter 1 Academy

- CPR/BLS and other required certifications

- Your own set of turnout gear and a fire pager

- A company, a Captain and a crew that has your back

WHAT IT TAKES

- Weekly training on Tuesday nights, 6:00-8:30pm, and at least 60 hours of training per year

- A 6-12 month probationary period while you learn the ropes

- Medical clearance to wear breathing apparatus (SCBA), a mask fit test, and TB test and Hepatitis B vaccination (or signed declinations)

- Responding to calls when you can and helping with our annual fundraiser.

- High school students can join as student members with parent permission. Family, school and work always come first.

HOW TO APPLY

Stop by the Parkdale station at 4895 Baseline Dr., Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, call (541) 352-6092, or email mike@parkdalefire.com.