Requirements to Join the Department:
1. Age 18 or older.
2. Provide a valid State of Tennessee Driver's License.
3. Must live in Hardin County.
4. Must not be on disability from another department, probationary period. company, or organization.
5. No convictions of felonies and/or misdemeanors.
6. Attend all required training within the first two years.
7. Complete a 1-year probationary period.
Application Process Requirements:
1. Attach a copy of your current driver's license.
2. Complete and return this application to your district chief or a location listed below. a. Courthouse Office: 465 Main Street, Savannah, TN 38372 b. Station 12: 90 Walnut Street, Savannah, TN 38372
3.Your application will be sent for a background check. By signing and dating this application you are authorizing us to do so. Please note: You cannot attend training or calls until your application has been processed. You are welcome to attend district meetings per your district chief's approval.
Probationary Period Restrictions:
1. 1 year probationary period begins on the first day you attend your New Recruit Class.
2. During this period, you CANNOT obtain a firefighter tag.
3.You CANNOT drive county-owned vehicles or fire department apparatus EXCEPT for driver/operator training purposes only with an assigned department member such as the district
Expectations to be an Active Member of HCFD:
1. Attend 16 hours of firefighter training per year after your probationary period is complete.
2. Attend district meetings regularly and participate in district/department events and training.
3. Complete all required training courses within the first two years of being on the department.
Required Training within First 2 Years:
- ICS 100, 700, and 800 - Online Courses at FEMA
- New Recruit Class/Intro. to Fire - 16hrs
- Intro to FD Pumps - 16hrs
- Basic Firefighting - 64hrs
- BLS CPR - 4 hours
Recommended Training: EVOC/EVDT - 16hrs + Required Driving Time (Only if you want to drive vehicle/apparatus) and Firefighter Live Burn - 16hrs (Only for Interior Firefighting)