Become a volunteer firefighter and make a difference
Volunteering with Wheaton Fire & Rescue is one of the most rewarding ways to give back to your community.
Make a real difference in the lives of your neighbors when they need help the most.
Receive professional training in firefighting, emergency medical care, and rescue operations.
Become part of a close-knit team that supports each other on and off the fire ground.
No experience? No problem. We provide everything you need to become a successful volunteer firefighter.
Firefighter I & II certification, first responder training, and ongoing education
Turnout gear, pager, and all necessary personal protective equipment
Experienced firefighters to guide you every step of the way
Work around your schedule — respond when you're available
Don't meet all requirements? Contact us anyway — we're happy to discuss your situation.
Simple steps to start your firefighting and/or EMS journey
Complete an application online or contact us to get started.
Attend a Monday night meeting to meet our members and see what we do.
It's that easy. We'll take care of the rest.
We meet every Monday night at the station starting at 7:00 PM. You're welcome to stop by in person if you'd like to learn more about joining or just want to meet the team. No commitment required!
Every Monday
7:00 PM
Visitors Welcome!
Have questions? Want to learn more? We'd love to hear from you.