Become a Volunteer

Membership Requirements

Firefighter Requirements

1. 18 years old
2. Have a high school diploma or GED
3. Have a valid NC driver's license. Wingate University students must have a valid driver's license from their home state.
4. Reside in the Wingate Volunteer Fire Department district
5. No criminal history
6. Not a member of any other Union County Volunteer Fire Department

Junior Firefighter Requirements

1. 16 to 18 years old
2. Currently enrolled in high school
3. Maintain an overall "C" average
4. Live in the Wingate Volunteer Fire Department district
5. No criminal history
6. Not a member of any other fire department

Part-Time Requirements

1. 21 years old
2. Valid NC Class B Classified Driver's License
3. Certified NC Firefighter I
4. Certified NC EMT-Basic
5 Certified NC Haz-mat Operations
6. Certified NC Emergency Vehicle Driver

Interest Form

View the interest form in  printable version (PDF) or online version.