A Professional Combination Organization

Northern Wake
Fire Department

Serving Northern Wake County, NC and Surrounding Communities

Our calling

Protecting the residents & visitors of Northern Wake County

The Northern Wake Fire Department is located in northern Wake County near Raleigh, NC. Our professional firefighters consist of both volunteer and career members. We are uniquely qualified and trained to provide the highest level of emergency services available to our community.

Fire Suppression

Property Protection

Our highly-trained personnel are proficient in modern firefighting techniques. NWFD is an ISO Public Protection Class 3 rated department.

Community

Risk Reduction Education

We offer programs for the community, which help prevent and mitigate the loss of life and property. Learn More →

Medical Response

Emergency Medical Technicians

Our certified First Responders and EMTs respond with Wake County EMS to life-threatening medical calls.

Rescue

Urban Response

From motor vehicle accidents to water rescue incidents, our team is ready.

Training

Continuing Education

Every day is training day at the Northern Wake Fire Department.

First Responders

All Hazards Response

Northern Wake Fire Department personnel are dedicated to mitigating all incidents no matter the size.

Ordinary Citizens stepping up to serve

Both career and volunteer members of the Northern Wake Fire Department are trained in a wide variety of hazard responses.

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Learn more about what we do

We do more than just put out fire. Learn about our rich fire history, how we reduce risk within our community, and all about the members who serve the citizens of the Northern Wake fire district.

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Being a volunteer firefighter is much more than just putting out fires. It’s an opportunity to learn new, exciting skills that prepare you to help out members of your community when they need it most.

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The Northern Wake Fire Department, a professional combination organization, serves Northern Wake County and its surrounding communities from 5 strategically placed fire stations, ensuring swift and efficient emergency response and community safety.

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Come to the Spring Fling!No rain tomorrow, but the field will be too wet, so come visit our vendors inside the fire station bay from 10-3pm! ... See MoreSee Less

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Get your applications in!🚒 NOW HIRING: Full-Time Master Firefighter (MFF) 🚒Northern Wake Fire Department is accepting applications for our Master Firefighter position through Monday April 28th at 8am! We're a fast-paced, aggressive department operating on a 48/96 schedule and committed to building a strong team culture rooted in tradition and forward-thinking operations.What You Can Expect:✅ Leather Helmets are Accepted!✅ Smoothbore Attack Lines!✅ A "Water On The Fire" culture that gets the job done!Minimum Requirements:2+ years' experience as a certified firefighterNC Class B LicenseNC EMT, EVD, Firefighter Certs, Basic Pumps, ICS 100-800, and moreBenefits Include:Estimated salary: $52,037, increasing to $59,452 on 7/1/2025Paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Supplemental Insurance401K with 5% contributionNC Fire & Rescue Pension FundTuition Reimbursement ($1,500 annually)Employee & Family ScholarshipsHoliday Pay, Longevity, and LGERS📩 Apply Now:Send your application, resume, and supporting documents to:📧 Kathleen.pitz@northernwakefire.org BY MONDAY APRIL 28TH AT 8AM!!🔗 Visit NorthernWakeFire.org/employment to download the application.Join a department that values hard work, tradition, and results. We’re not just checking boxes—we’re stretching lines.#NorthernWakeFire #NowHiring #AggressiveInterior #SmoothboreSociety #FirefighterJobs #TraditionAndProgress #48on96off ... See MoreSee Less

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Northern Wake Fire Department

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🚒 NOW HIRING: Full-Time Master Firefighter (MFF) 🚒Northern Wake Fire Department is accepting applications for our Master Firefighter position through Monday April 28th at 8am! We're a fast-paced, aggressive department operating on a 48/96 schedule and committed to building a strong team culture rooted in tradition and forward-thinking operations.What You Can Expect:✅ Leather Helmets are Accepted!✅ Smoothbore Attack Lines!✅ A "Water On The Fire" culture that gets the job done!Minimum Requirements:2+ years' experience as a certified firefighterNC Class B LicenseNC EMT, EVD, Firefighter Certs, Basic Pumps, ICS 100-800, and moreBenefits Include:Estimated salary: $52,037, increasing to $59,452 on 7/1/2025Paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Supplemental Insurance401K with 5% contributionNC Fire & Rescue Pension FundTuition Reimbursement ($1,500 annually)Employee & Family ScholarshipsHoliday Pay, Longevity, and LGERS📩 Apply Now:Send your application, resume, and supporting documents to:📧 Kathleen.pitz@northernwakefire.org BY MONDAY APRIL 28TH AT 8AM!!🔗 Visit NorthernWakeFire.org/employment to download the application.Join a department that values hard work, tradition, and results. We’re not just checking boxes—we’re stretching lines.#NorthernWakeFire #NowHiring #AggressiveInterior #SmoothboreSociety #FirefighterJobs #TraditionAndProgress #48on96off ... See MoreSee Less

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Attention, Craft Enthusiasts and Community Supporters! Today, Battalion Chief Wayne Burton traded in his fire gear for some crafting tools to ensure that our community knows about our Northern Wake Fire Auxiliary Spring Fling Craft Show! He’s out there, more fired up than a grill at a summer BBQ, making sure everyone is ready to craft until they drop!So, let’s give Wayne the Crafty Chief a hand and share this post! Your support means the world to us!Thanks for being the best support team ever, and we can’t wait to see you at the Craft Show! 🛍️✨ #SpringSling #NorthernWakeFire #WayneTheCraftyChief ... See MoreSee Less

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Station 1

11713 Six Forks Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27614
919-847-3858

Station 2

7045 Stony Hill Rd
Wake Forest, NC 27587
919-562-6425

Station 3

13116 Norwood Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27614
919-848-7954

Station 4

15633 New Light Road
Wake Forest, NC 27587
919-528-9675

Station 5

1431 Lynn Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27612
919-870-4345

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