President
Tim Meredith
(903) 479-3328
Chief
Gregg Beverly
(214) 558-0537
Asst. Chief
Scott Walker
(903) 880-0940
Deputy Chief
  David Birdsong
  (817) 201-6830
Battalion Chief
Bob Hargrove
(214) 725-3858
Safety Officer
Deputy Chief
David Birdsong
(817) 201-6830
Training Officer
Capt. Cody Craig
(903) 368-4790
Station 1
Hwy 19 / FM1256
Capt. Robbie McClelen
(903) 714-4458
Station 2
Martin's Mill
Capt. Brian Butcher
(903) 275-9136
Station 3
Old Bethel
  Sean Farrell
  (214) 418-1519
Station 4
Canton
Capt. Cody Craig
(903) 368-4790
HR, IT, Reporting
Ron Beaver
(817) 360-8549
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Become a Volunteer




Become a Volunteer Firefighter and answer the call to help your community! South Van Zandt Volunteer Fire Department is actively seeking new members. We need volunteers to join our department as firefighters, drivers, and support personnel. Volunteer firefighting is one of the most rewarding experiences you’ll ever have. As a Volunteer Firefighter, we are continually training to respond to emergencies, including structure fires, grass fires, vehicle accidents, downed power lines, gas leaks, medical calls, and as we found out this year, even tornados. We also play a vital role in educating the community in fire safety.

The South Van Zandt Volunteer Fire Department is a community organization that has provided over 25 years of fire suppression, 1st Responder, fire prevention, and rescue services. Our members contribute to and engage in these activities to protect and preserve life and property from damage, whether from fire or other emergencies in South Van Zandt County and we provide assistance to our neighbors through Mutual Aid to neighboring departments when requested or needed.

There are many benefits being a member of a volunteer fire department, including helping our community and the personal rewards and satisfaction that comes from helping a neighbor. A community of volunteers is always there for each other. There are several positions in our department and there just might be one that’s just right for you. No experience? No problem, we can train you! We have “Volunteering” opportunities for all experience levels. We have JUNIOR FIREFIGHTERS, FIREFIGHTERS, and EMT positions available. Everyone receives appropriate safety equipment and levels of training.

JUNIOR FIREFIGHTERS (in training): Must be between 16 and 18 years of age and must have parental approval.Junior FireFighters may participate in fire fighting training and in "Outside" fire fighting activities, but are prohibited from participating in any interior fire fighting or any other hazardous duties.

FIREFIGHTER: To become a FireFighter, you must be at least 18 years of age and interested in training to be Firefighters or have already completed Applicants must submit an application and be approved by SVZVFD, as well as meet minimum participation standards each year.

There are four FireFighter postions:

   •  FIREFIGHTER (Probationary - 1st thru 6th month):
   •  FIREFIGHTER (Probationary - 7th thru 12th month):
   •  FIREFIGHTER - Exterior:
   •  FIREFIGHTER - Interior:

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT):

DRIVER: Must be 21 years of age or older and in good health. Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license. All drivers must be a member of SVZVFD for 1 year.

SUPPORT MEMBER: Use your skills and talents to help us behind the scenes. You can help by cleaning equipment, performing administration tasks, fundraising, seeking donations, and/or writing grant request.

Individuals who meet the membership requirements listed in the “Application Process” are encouraged to submit an application.    SVZVFD Membership Application


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2021 Incidents
  Fire EMS MVA
JAN 15 17 8
FEB 18 21 15
MAR 19 33 8
APR 8 31 4
MAY 13 30 17
JUN 9 38 9
JUL 14 40 9
AUG 8 42 9
SEP 28 22 9
OCT 35 22 15
NOV 18 20 10
DEC 23 17 7
Total 208 333 123

Annual Incidents
2024 19*
2023 802
2022 245*
2021 664
2020 487
2019 584
2018 526
2017 501
2016 427
2015 407
2014 399
2013 500
2012 555
2011 717
2010 687

"Dedicated to continuously improving to serve you."