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Angier & Black River Fire Department

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How to Become a Firefighter

What Does It Mean to Serve Angier & Black River as a Firefighter

Being a firefighter in a small town means protecting neighbors you know and places you recognize. Firefighters respond to structure fires, medical calls, vehicle accidents, and weather emergencies, often covering both town and rural areas. The role requires training, teamwork, and steady judgment, with a strong emphasis on prevention, readiness, and service. It is public safety work rooted in community trust, not recognition. 


Becoming a firefighter starts with commitment. Applicants must meet basic eligibility requirements and complete required training. No prior experience is needed. Just reliability, willingness to learn, and dedication to serving the community.

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To apply, complete the application and submit a PDF, image, or screenshot of the following documents: a valid driver’s license, Social Security card, high school diploma or equivalent, parental consent form as needed, a certified criminal background check from all counties lived in within the last 20 years, and a certified driving record from all states lived in within the last seven years.

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Differences in Training

A firefighter in full turnout gear kneels to focus on handling and rolling hose equipment.

Junior Firefighters

Ages 14–17. Learn fire service basics, safety, teamwork, and CPR. Participate in drills and community events. Observe calls with supervision. Build skills for future volunteer or career service. 

Volunteer Firefighters

Ages 18+. Serve the community while completing state Firefighter I/II, HazMat, and CPR training. Respond to calls, attend regular drills, meet ongoing certification requirements, and get really cool gear to wear!

Career Firefighters

Full-time professional firefighter. Complete academy training, written and physical testing, and often EMT certification. Work scheduled shifts and maintain annual skills and safety standards.

The Junior Firefighter program helped shape me into the firefighter I am today.  It built my skills, confidence, and passion to serve others.


Monica Munoz

Junior Program Alumni in the Profession

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Application Resources

International Seat Belt Pledge (pdf)

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Junior Firefighter Guidelines and Consent Forms (pdf)

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Serve Your Community By Applying Today

Angier & Black River Fire Department Station #1

309 N Broad St E, Angier, NC 27501

+1 (919) 639-6234


Coming Soon Station #2!

783 Mangum Rd., Angier, NC 27501

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