The Heart of Our District
Volunteers are the absolute lifeblood of the Florence Rural Fire District. Every day, ordinary citizens from our community step up to perform extraordinary duties, providing fire suppression, rapid emergency medical aid, and specialized rescue services to their neighbors. Our operation is built on mutual trust and a shared mission to protect the lives and property of those within our legal boundaries.
Becoming a volunteer means more than responding to calls; it is a commitment to training and continuous preparedness. Our responders are trained to face high-stakes environments with precision and courage, ensuring Florence remains a safe and protected home. By joining our team, you become part of a legacy of service that defines the strength and resilience of our rural fire district.
The Rewards of Resilience
Training
Master life-saving techniques in fire suppression and emergency medical aid through our training.
Support
Join a dedicated group of first responders who support each other in high-stakes environments and build lifelong bonds.
Community Impact
Serve the Florence community directly, ensuring that your neighbors, family, and local businesses are protected 24 hours a day.
Advanced Resources
Gain access and training on state-of-the-art rescue equipment, fire engines, and strategic incident response technology.
HOW TO VOLUNTEER
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Attend A Thursday Night Training
The process begins with attending our weekly Thursday night trainings that begin every Thursday at 7:00 PM Mountain Standard Time. This is a great time to see what being a volunteer entails and obtain a application while also being able to ask any questions that you have. One does not have to have prior firefighting or rescue skills in order to volunteer. The Florence Rural Fire District (FRFD) offers continual training at all levels to allow each member to hone their skills at their level of comfort.
Department Interview
After attending 3 meetings, if you decide this is a good fit for you, you will be begin the interview process that includes a background check, DOT physical, verbal interview and overview of the department.
Orientation & Training
New members participate in our weekly Thursday night training when able that cover fire suppression, rescue operations and EMS operations. We provide the mentorship and training.
Ready to Serve
After successfully completing the interview, you begin your service as an active probationary member. You will join our collaborative team on the front lines, responding to calls, training and serving our community. Going forward, FRFD volunteers are expected to complete 35 hours of training per year and respond to 27 calls each year to remain an active member.
THE FUTURE OF THE FIRE SERVICE
FIRE CADET
PROGRAM
The Florence Rural Fire District maintains an active Fire Cadet Program which has remained active for several decades and was one of the first in the State of Montana. The program is for individuals between the ages of 14 and 17 years old who are wanting to explore a career in public services.
Cadets must be in good physical and mental health in order to successfully complete the duties of a cadet. Cadets complete an application process similar to that of our regular volunteers.
Cadets have the same training requirements as our regular volunteers; however, an additional training night is held to accommodate the schedules of our cadet students. If you are interested, attend one of our Thursday night training meetings to find out more about our Cadet Program. The Cadet Program is a vocationally oriented program that is open to young people ages 14-17, interested in exploring future career opportunities. The Florence Rural Fire District established the Cadet program to assist our young adults in “exploring” a career in the fire service, while installing and developing core values, self responsibility, and life skills. The Florence Rural Fire District supports and encourages the activities of the Cadet program.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join our team of dedicated volunteers and protect your community. Florence Rural Fire District provides comprehensive training, equipment, and a sense of purpose. No prior experience is required—just the drive to serve.