Who are we?

We're your friends and neighbors 100% volunteers providing life-saving services to Union Vale.

The Union Vale Fire Company is made up of firefighters, fire police, drivers, and support crew.
We handle fire suppression and prevention, emergency medical calls, and roadside rescues.

Who are we looking for?

We're always seeking community-minded people to help us keep Union Vale safe.

No skills required. We'll teach you everything. All you need is the ability to devote some free time and the willingness to learn new skills, face new challenges
and be there when your neighbors need you most.

We have lots of different opportunities.

UVFD Volunteer positions:

  • Interior Firefighter (ages 18+):
    Fire suppression, search and rescue
     
  • Exterior Firefighter (ages 18+):
    Provides exterior scene support services
     
  • Drivers (ages 21+):
    Vehicle driving and equipment operation.
     
  • EMS (Emergency Medical Service) (ages 18+):
    EMT (emergency medical technician)responds
    to medical emergencies and assists at fire scenes
     
  • Fire Police (ages 21+):
    Traffic control at emergency/fire scenes
     
  • Support Crew (ages 18+):
    Provides essential firefighter support as well as fundraising and special events assignments.

What are the benefits of volunteering with UVFD?

Talk to any Union Vale Fire Company member and they'll tell you - the rewards of volunteering are huge. For all of us, volunteering has created strong connections to our community. And there's a unique satisfaction in knowing you've helped a neighbor when they needed you most.

We provide both initial training and on-going training. You'll get knowledge and skills you'll take with you everywhere.

Other benefits:

  • Free training in firefighting, rescue, CPR
    and other life-saving areas.
     
  • Free gym membership for qualifying members
     
  • Access to scholarship programs
     
  • $200 state income tax credit
     
  • Retirement incentive plan
    (earn up to $600/month at retirement)

Who does UVFD serve?

The Union Vale Fire District serves the residents of the Town of Union Vale (about 4800 of us). We also provide mutual aid help to our surrounding towns.

Where are our fire houses located?

UVFD has two fire houses:

  • Station 1 on 3373 Rt. 82, in Verbank (north side of town)
  • Station 2 on 1795 Clove Road (south side of town) 

Thanks for stopping by.

We look forward to meeting you!