FAQs

Is the fire department a part of the City of Junction City Government?

No. Junction City Rural Fire Protection District is a special district that responds to calls in the City of Junction City as well as the surrounding rural areas.  We primarily rely on tax revenue and apply for grants each year.

Are your stations staffed 24 hours a day?

 Not at this time.  The District is covered by volunteers at night.

How many emergency incidents do you respond to each year?

We respond to over 2,000 emergency calls each year.

Why are volunteer firefighters needed?

Volunteer firefighters provide the community with fire protection, without the cost associated with a full time, fully paid fire department. There is a growing need for additional volunteer firefighters due to the steady growth in population in our community, and with the anticipated increase in the number of annual emergency calls. To insure the future of low cost fire service and proper staffing levels for fire suppression, the volunteer men and women who now serve with Junction CIty RFPD are asking you to become a VOLUNTEER. Not only are firefighters needed, but volunteers who are willing to serve as members in support roles, such as fund raising committees, public education and fire prevention, and computer data entry, are also needed.

What is the first step to volunteering?

Make sure you’re ready to commit. Making the decision to become a volunteer firefighter should not be taken lightly. It requires hundreds of hours of training and a strong commitment to service.

How often do you accept volunteers?

We generally accept volunteers any time but the Firefighter Academy only happens once or twice a year.

How do I become a volunteer?

Fill out a Volunteer Application, call or email Training Officer Ryan Freeman with any questions. 541-998-2022 or email ryan@jcfire.org

Can a volunteer position lead to a career in firefighting?

Yes. Volunteering is one of the best ways to get the necessary training and experience to be an attractive candidate for a career firefighting position.

What kind of training is involved?

Because their job is so important, volunteer firefighters are trained and equipped, at no cost to the volunteer. Each potential volunteer firefighter must undergo in-house training, in addition to certified fire and rescue training, as a probationary active member. Additional training in both fire and emergency medical services is provided as courses become available. Upon completion of training, probationary members are fully equipped with protective fire fighting gear and alerting pagers.

Do you transport patients to the hospital?

No, our patient transportation is handled by the Advanced Life Support Medic Units from Lane Fire Authoirty and Eugene/Springfield FIre. In certain cases, transportation may also be provided by helicopter. But because your local fire district personnel are trained, emergency responders located closer than the units, life-saving treatments and patient stabilization can be started long before the Medic unit arrives.

How do I get a copy of a fire investigation report?

Depending on the severity of the fire, we may investigate locally or the fire investigation may be handled by the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Office (OSFM). Lane County’s Deputy Fire Marshal is: Kristina Deschaine, 3620 Gateway Street, Springfield, OR 97477-6007, Phone 541-726- 2572, Email kristina.deschaine@state.or.us

What should I do with a fire extinguisher that doesn’t work?

If the extinguisher has a metal valve assembly, it can be recharged. You may find a company to do that by looking in the Yellow Pages under Fire Extinguisher service or conducting an online search. Compare the price of recharging with the purchase of a comparable new extinguisher. If the extinguisher has a plastic valve and handle assembly, it should be taken out of service and recycled.