Volunteer firefighting: One of the highest forms of community service!

Volunteer firefighters have been providing this valuable service to the Village of Garden City for more than 100 years, giving back, unselfishly, during fires, emergencies, and natural disasters such as hurricanes and snow storms. We respond to hundreds of calls for assistance throughout the year. We help our fellow neighbors when they are in a time of need.

Who are we?

We are a dynamic group of people, with various backgrounds and life experiences. We are lawyers, business people, architects, students, police officers, bankers, teachers, homemakers, and much more. We form a family of Volunteers committed to serving the Garden City community.

How much time does it take to be a volunteer?

It varies from week to week, but, generally, we train and have department meetings on Monday evenings. You are not required to perform station or duty time or assigned shifts. You are provided a radio pager along with cell phone text alerts that notify you when an emergency arises so you can respond directly from your home or other location.

What are my training costs?

None. All of your firefighting and emergency training will be available to you free of charge from both the Nassau County Fire Service Academy and through fire department in-house training.

How long will it take before I can make a genuine contribution?

Immediately. And your responsibilities will increase as you gain experience and training.

Will I have any out of pocket expenses?

No. Your training, dress uniform, badge, fire pager, firefighting equipment including helmet, coat, bunker pants, and gloves will be provided for free.

What we do (and so can you!)

Firefighting, Vehicle Extrication (Jaws of Life), Hazardous Materials Recognition and Response, Drive/Operate Fire Apparatus, Storm Assistance, Fire Safety Education, CPR AED Training, & more!

PRIDE    SERVICE    COMMUNITY

Serving the Village of Garden City for over 100 years!

Here’s all it takes to make a real difference in Garden City Today!

You need to be:

• Be 18 years or older
• In good physical health
• Of sound moral character
• A resident of the Village or
• Live IMMEDIATELY near the
• Village for effective response

You Should be:

• Caring & community minded
• A team player
• The type of person who enjoys a challenge, likes to learn & acquire new skills

Benefits:

• Free equipment, Free training
• Make new community friendships
• Member & family social events
• Certain property tax reductions
• FREE College Tuition Sponsored by Nassau County