Membership Requirements

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Candidates interested in joining the Volunteer Battalion must meet the following criteria:

• Be a US Citizen or resident alien (must prove either status).
• Must be a resident of Palm Beach County
• High School Diploma, GED or better
• Must be 18 years or older of age
• Valid Florida Drivers License
• Pass character and criminal background check
• Provide physicians statement approving activities of appropriate classification
• If you are currently or about to attend in Fire, EMT, PM School, we encourage you to focus your efforts on completing your education first, then applying to the battalion.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony

Application Process

1. Click here to download our application form. You can also pick up an application at Station 42.
2. Ensure your name is on the waiting lsit by emailing pbcfrvb@fire-vols.org with your name and telephone number.
3. Candidates who have met the requirements will be notified of the interview time and date and will be requested to fill out and bring the first 2 pages of the application. Do not get background checks or other documentation until after the interview. You will be notified when and if to do so.

Basis for Rejection: Felony charges and/or a bad driving history report may lead to a rejection of your application.

Members

Volunteer members must also acquire certain clothing items such as pants, belt, nametag and so forth. These can be obtained at Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Central Stores or any of the police/fire supplies stores in the county.

Members are also required to pay Association dues yearly. Detailed information about the various classifications, minimum requirements, dress code, etc., may be obtained at Station 42 or download the Volunteer Association Rules and Regulations manual.

Points for entry to Palm Beach Community College (PBCC) or similar: Requests for the additional point for entry to PBCC or similar institution will only be granted after the Volunteer has been an active member, in good standing, for a minimum of 6 months.