Our Services

Service Divisions

Student Resident Program

Polk County Fire District No. 1 has maintained a long-standing commitment to work with local colleges and universities in providing work experience opportunities for students enrolled in a fire service or pre-hospital care curriculum. It is the District’s intent to aid the resident in developing the skills and acquire the knowledge necessary in a fire service career.

How to Volunteer

Polk County Fire District No.1 is recruiting for Volunteer Firefighters in your area to help provide emergency services to citizens. The Fire District provides emergency services to over 26,000 people to include the cities of Independence & Monmouth and the communities of Airlie, Buena Vista and Pedee. The Fire District relies primarily on volunteers willing to donate their time to help neighbors…

The Call

There’s a fire. You call for help. Who answers?