Saving Lives in Jackson since 1882
The Jackson Fire Department delivers exceptional fire protection, community service, and emergency response services to Jackson, Tennessee. Explore Fire Safety or see how you can become a firefighter.
Saving Lives in Jackson since 1882
The Jackson Fire Department delivers exceptional fire protection, community service, and emergency response services to Jackson, Tennessee. Explore Fire Safety or see how you can become a firefighter.
Our Mission
The Jackson Fire Department’s goal is to support the Jackson community by providing emergency services, including fire and medical response. We achieve this through active community engagement and the use of advanced technology. Our services include fire prevention, suppression, emergency communication, and medical assistance. We are dedicated to offering excellent public education programs, ensuring top-notch training for our personnel, and enforcing safety codes to keep our community safe.
Start Your Career Today
Ready for your next challenge? You’re invited to apply for a career delivering life-saving emergency service to your local community. Learn about our training, career development, and application process here:
Community + the Jackson Fire Department
We invite businesses, groups, and individuals to be a part of our mission to enhance public safety in Jackson, Tennessee. Our community efforts include programs such as Community Connect, hands-only CPR training, a Ride-Along program, and a Smoke Detector installation service. To stay updated on upcoming events, press releases, and public safety information, visit our Facebook page.
Connect Your Business
We partner with local businesses to teach emergency and safety, including fire safety, first aid, CPR, and AED deployment. For organizations looking to partner with the Jackson Fire Department’s local life-saving mission, request more information here.
Help Us help Others
The Jackson Fire + Rescue Community Safety Fund
Did you know: City funding covers essential fire rescue support, but there are limitations to funding progressive community safety advancements. Over 94% of our annual operating budget is allocated toward department salaries and benefits. Donations, community support, and business partnerships allow us to improve our services while expanding our community safety, training, and preparedness efforts in our growing city.
We’re proud to accept donations from individuals, local businesses, and corporations to support the mission of Jackson Fire & Rescue Department. These generous contributions strengthen our fire and life safety initiatives, extend training for our personnel, and invest in advanced technology to better serve our community. Your support truly makes a lasting impact on the safety and well-being of everyone we serve.
Your donation to the Jackson Fire & Rescue Community Safety Fund strengthens our ability to protect local life and property through fire rescue, prevention, and emergency medical response.
Our History
The Jackson Fire Department has a long and proud history of serving our community with compassion and dedication. Our community risk reduction campaigns are designed to improve the health and safety of the Jackson community. Since our founding in 1882, we have grown from a small team of volunteers to a modern, highly trained emergency response force. We have specialized teams for High-Angle Rescue, Hazardous Materials, Vehicle Extrication, Confined Spaces, and more. Our mission is clear and vital: provide exceptional fire protection, emergency medical and risk reduction services to the citizens of Jackson, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
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If you missed the physical agility test and written exam today, or if you would like to retest, don't forget we will be at Jackson Fire Station 1, 440 East Chester Street, Jackson, TN 38301, again tomorrow morning at 8:30 am.
Start your career with Jackson Fire NOW! Applications available on site.🚒 Join the Jackson, TN Fire Department! 🔥
Ready to serve your community? Come to one of our Recruitment Info Sessions or take the New Hire Physical Agility Test & Written Exam to start your career with us!
📍 Info Sessions @ Fire Admin (720 S. Highland Ave, Jackson, TN 38301):
🗓️ April 24 & May 29 | ⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Agility Test & Written Exam @ Station 1 (440 E. Chester St, Jackson, TN 38301):
🗓️ April 11, April 12, May 15, June 18 | ⏰ 8:30 AM
✅ Bring photo ID | Must be 18+ | Apps available on-site
🌐 Learn more & apply: JacksonTNFire.com
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Future Firefighters DON'T FORGET!!
Physical Agility Test and Written Exam
8:30 AM @ Jackson Fire Department- Station 1, 440 East Chester St., Jackson, TN ... See MoreSee Less
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👨🚒🔥 Happy National Siblings Day! 🔥👩🚒
In the fire service, we may not share the same last name, but the bond runs just as deep. From station dinners to late-night calls, we lean on each other like true family. Today, we celebrate not only our brothers and sisters at home, but also those who stand beside us in the heat of every challenge.
Here’s to the siblings we’re born with—and the ones we earn in the firehouse. 💛
Want to be part of a family that’s got your back, every call and every shift? Join the Jackson Fire Department and start your journey today.
👉 Learn more and apply at www.jacksontnfire.com 🚒
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Thank You, WoodmenLife!
On April 9, 2025, the City of Jackson, TN Fire Department was honored to receive a brand-new American Flag from WoodmenLife for our administrative building. We're incredibly grateful for their generous support and continued dedication to honoring our nation and those who serve it.
WoodmenLife has a strong tradition of giving back—especially here in Jackson, TN—through programs that support first responders, provide American flags to local organizations, and promote community unity. Their commitment to patriotism and service truly makes a difference.
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🚒 Join the Jackson, TN Fire Department! 🔥
Ready to serve your community? Come to one of our Recruitment Info Sessions or take the New Hire Physical Agility Test & Written Exam to start your career with us!
📍 Info Sessions @ Fire Admin (720 S. Highland Ave, Jackson, TN 38301):
🗓️ April 24 & May 29 | ⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Agility Test & Written Exam @ Station 1 (440 E. Chester St, Jackson, TN 38301):
🗓️ April 11, April 12, May 15, June 18 | ⏰ 8:30 AM
✅ Bring photo ID | Must be 18+ | Apps available on-site
🌐 Learn more & apply: JacksonTNFire.com
#JacksonFireDept #NowHiring #FirefighterRecruitment #ServeWithPride ... See MoreSee Less
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🎉 Last week, we celebrated the graduation of our newest firefighter recruits, who were officially sworn in by the Mayor! 👨🚒👩🚒 Alongside them, we welcomed a lateral firefighter/paramedic and two single-role paramedics into our team.
A huge congratulations to everyone for reaching this important milestone! We are proud to have such dedicated and passionate individuals joining our ranks. We can't wait to see the amazing work you'll do serving and protecting our community.
Here's to a bright future ahead! 🚒💪
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🚒 We're Hiring Firefighters! 🔥
Ready to answer the call? Join the City of Jackson, TN Fire Department and take the first step toward an exciting and rewarding career in fire service!
📅 When: Friday, April 11 at 8:30 AM
📍 Where: Fire Station 1 — 440 East Chester Street, Jackson, TN
📝 What: Physical Agility Test & Written Exam
💼 Applications: Available on site if you haven’t already applied
📌 Requirements: Must be 18 or older to apply and participate
☔ Rain Date: Saturday, April 12 at 8:30 AM
Bring your determination and get ready to show us what you’ve got. We can’t wait to meet our future heroes! ... See MoreSee Less
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🎉🚒 Congratulations to Captain Derrick Montgomery on 25 incredible years of dedicated service with the Jackson Fire Department! Your unwavering commitment to our community and heroic efforts in keeping us safe are truly inspiring. Thank you for your leadership and for making a difference every single day! Here’s to many more years of service! 🙌🔥 #Hero #Firefighter #CommunityLeader ... See MoreSee Less
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💥 Brotherhood & Sisterhood at Jackson Fire Department 💥
Every day at the Jackson Fire Department, we don’t just show up to work — we show up for each other. It’s about more than just responding to calls; it's about coming together as a family, from the beginning of each shift to the end. The bonds we build are rooted in trust, camaraderie, and the shared mission of serving our community.
We break bread together, share stories, and have conversations that go beyond the firehouse. It's in those moments — whether it's a laugh after a tough call or a quiet moment of reflection — that we grow stronger, not just as coworkers, but as brothers and sisters.
Firefighting is more than a job—it’s a family and a lifelong calling. Could this be the career for you?
Drop your questions in the comments.
Learn more at jacksontnfire.com/ 🚒🔥
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