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Pell City Fire Rescue Service
Pell City, AL · St. Clair County
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Department careers page ↗Pell City Fire Rescue Service operates four fire stations staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, covering a service area of about 27 square miles and roughly 16,000 residents in east-central Alabama. A fifth-generation piece of the department's growth is underway, with a new Fire Station #2 slated for completion in June 2026.
The department fields a mixed engine and rescue fleet built for both structural firefighting and technical response, including three ALS engine companies, an ALS quint, a 100-foot aerial platform, a BLS command vehicle, two fire rescue boats, a breathing-air transport unit, a hazmat and trench rescue unit, a dedicated dive team, ATVs and a brush ATV, a medical transport unit, and a reserve pumper. Beyond emergency response, the department runs school fire-safety education, fire extinguisher training, CPR training, and building inspection services for the community.
MissionDedicated to protecting the lives and property of residents and visitors alike
The City of Pell City handles hiring centrally through its Human Resources department rather than through a fire-department-specific portal. Applicants submit a current City of Pell City employment application and resume to HR to be considered for open positions, including Fire and Rescue Service roles when posted.
Benefits
Full-time city employees are offered health and dental coverage, telehealth services, retirement matching through the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA), paid leave, and discounted gym memberships.
How many people does Pell City Fire Rescue Service serve?
The department serves approximately 16,000 residents across about 27 square miles.
How many fire stations does the department operate?
The department operates four fire stations, each staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. A new Fire Station #2 is scheduled for completion in June 2026.
What specialized capabilities does the department have?
The department maintains hazmat and trench rescue capability, a dedicated dive team for water rescue, and EMS transport in addition to standard structural firefighting apparatus.
How do I apply for a job with Pell City Fire Rescue Service?
Applicants submit a current City of Pell City employment application and resume to the city's Human Resources department to be considered for open positions.