Santee Fire Station

Proudly Serving Since 1978

Two Stations. One Mission. Protecting Santee Every Day. Proudly Serving Santee Since 1978. Dial 911 for Emergencies.

Volunteers Welcome

Our team includes paid and volunteer personnel cross-trained in firefighting, vehicle extrication, rescue, and pre-hospital care.

 


Help protect the community you call home.

The Santee Fire Service District is always looking for dedicated volunteers to join our team. Whether you're looking to serve as a firefighter, help with public events, or support emergency response operations, there’s a place for you here.

Who Can Volunteer?

  • Ages 18+ (Junior Firefighter Program available for ages 14–17)
  • Must live within or near the Santee Fire District
  • No prior experience required, training is provided

Volunteer Roles Include:

  • Firefighting Support
  • Emergency Medical Response
  • Community Event Assistance
  • Fire Prevention Education
  • Station & Equipment Maintenance

Volunteer Recruitment Meetings

Join us for an info session and see how you can get involved:

  • 1800 Hours
  • 2nd Tuesday of every month
  • Santee Fire Station 1 – 1005 Bass Drive, Santee, SC
  • Drill Training is held on the third Tuesday or Thursday of each month
  • The Commission Board meeting commences at 1800 hours on the first Tuesday of each month
  • Development board meetings are held once a month, and the date is chosen at the current meeting

Why Volunteer With Us?

  • Serve your community and neighbors
  • Learn life-saving skills and emergency response
  • Build teamwork, leadership, and confidence
  • Gain experience that can lead to a fire service career
  • Make a real difference

Ready to Get Started?

Fill out the interest form below or stop by Station 1 during business hours to speak with a member of our team.

EVENTS

Frequently asked questions
Where is Station 1 located?

Station 1 is part of the Santee Fire Service District. You can find directions and contact information on our Contact page. If you’re visiting, we recommend calling ahead.
Is Station 1 staffed 24/7?

Station 1 is currently staffed with 12 or 24-hour shifts, including Sundays. During emergencies or high-demand situations, both paid and volunteer personnel may be assigned to Station 1 as needed.
What apparatus are housed at Station 1?

Station 1 typically supports reserve, mutual aid, and automatic aid operations. Equipment may vary depending on current deployment needs. For a full list of apparatus and vehicles across the district, visit our Apparatus page.
Can I tour Station 1?

Station tours are available by request. Contact us to schedule a visit, we’re happy to host individuals, families, schools, and community groups.
Who should I contact in an emergency?

Always call 911 in an emergency. Dispatch will direct the appropriate station. That includes Station 1, if needed, to respond based on location and urgency.