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Newton Fire Department
Newton, NC · Catawba County
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Department careers page ↗The Newton Fire Department serves the community of Newton, North Carolina, operating out of three stations across the city. Its personnel are cross-trained fire/rescue responders whom department leadership describes as among the most productive in the state, credited with a long tradition of professionalism and customer service.
The department fields a mix of apparatus including five engines, a ladder truck, a rescue unit, a brush truck, and a marine unit, plus a trench rescue trailer, reflecting a broad range of response capabilities for a department of its size. Station 1 (Headquarters) was built in 2015, Station 2 (Northside) dates to 1993, and Station 3 (Startown) was acquired in 2001.
Beyond emergency response, Newton Fire runs an active community risk program, including a free smoke alarm program, workplace safety education, and school-based fire prevention outreach through its Fire Prevention Bureau.
Newton Fire Department is continuously seeking qualified individuals and accepts applications on an ongoing basis. Candidates apply online through the city's job portal on GovernmentJobs; open positions are posted on the city's Current Job Openings page.
Applicants are expected to hold North Carolina Firefighter certification, EMT-Basic certification, and Hazmat certification. Once hired, firefighters must maintain at least 120 hours of firefighter training per year.
Requirements
- North Carolina Firefighter certification
- EMT-Basic certification
- Hazmat certification
- Ability to maintain at least 120 hours of firefighter training per year
Hiring process
- Check the city's Current Job Openings page for posted firefighter positions
- Apply online through the GovernmentJobs applicant portal (governmentjobs.com/careers/newton)
What certifications do I need to be hired as a Newton firefighter?
The department requires North Carolina Firefighter certification, EMT-Basic certification, and Hazmat certification.
How do I apply to the Newton Fire Department?
Applications are submitted online through the city's GovernmentJobs portal (governmentjobs.com/careers/newton). Check the city's Current Job Openings page for posted firefighter positions.
Is Newton Fire currently hiring?
The department states it is continuously seeking qualified individuals, so applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and positions are posted as they open.
Is there a training requirement after being hired?
Yes. Firefighters must maintain at least 120 hours of firefighter training per year.
How many stations does Newton Fire operate?
The department operates three stations: Station 1 (Headquarters) on S Brady Avenue, Station 2 (Northside) on West 21st Street, and Station 3 (Startown) on Startown Road.