Applicants with interest to volunteer with PCFD 13 should follow the processes described below. To learn more about department needs please contact us at (253) 952-4776.

Administration & Support

Volunteers can support the staff with public information or fire prevention, provide refreshments, logistical support, deliver support vehicles, emergency lighting, equipment and supplies, and more! To determine your qualifications and department needs contact Fire Chief Jim Wassall. If you wish to be considered for an EMT or Firefighter/EMT position, please follow the instructions below.

Firefighters & EMTs

Persons interested in applying for a Volunteer position with PCFD 13 should first verify they meet the minimum requirements including licensing and driving records.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 18 years old, high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Valid Washington state drivers license with very limited moving violations or outstanding tickets.
• No criminal record.

*** Recruitment for the Winter 2027 EMS Responder is OPEN ***

Thank you for patience everyone! There are a LOT of things happening at Pierce County Fire District 13, so we are a little behind schedule on updating our website. If you have IFSAC/ProBoard credentials, please fill this form out and be sure to note that in the comments section, as you may be eligible for a lateral transfer. All others interested, please submit the interest survey below:

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Thank you for considering our Volunteer Program. As of November 2025, we utilize a competitive process for recruitment of Volunteer Firefighter and EMT positions. We employ a winter process and a summer process. The next recruitment period is expected to open around November 2026 for the Winter recruitment in January 2027 and the Summer Academy in August of 2027. Having your NREMT or Washington State EMT certification is required for consideration to the winter recruitment process. The testing process will involve a written test, EMS skills assessment, and oral board. Successful candidates will then move to background checks, followed by onboarding.

The summer process will be a similar process as described above. The date has not been set yet, but will occur prior to the beginning of Fire Academy in August (likely in early June). Having your EMT certification is desirable for Fire Academy, but is not mandatory.