Benton County Fire District 6 is seeking community members to serve on Pro and Con Committees for a proposed EMS levy that will appear on the August ballot.

These committees play an important role in providing voters with balanced perspectives by submitting written arguments for and against the measure in the official voters’ pamphlet.

We are looking for residents who are interested in participating in the democratic process and helping inform the community.

What’s involved:

• Collaborating with other committee members
• Preparing a written statement for the voters’ pamphlet
• Meeting deadlines set by the county election office

Important Deadlines:

• To submit your name for a committee, contact Chief Rolland Watt on or before April 22, 2026
• All committee statements must be submitted to the County Elections Office by May 01, 2026

If you are interested in serving on either the Pro or Con Committee, please contact:

Chief Rolland Watt
📧 chiefwatt@bcfd6.com
📞 509-875-2029

Your voice matters—help ensure our community is well-informed this election season.

Join Benton County Fire District 6 as a Volunteer and Make a Difference!

Do you have a passion for helping others and a desire to protect your community? Benton County Fire District 6 is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team as volunteers! This is your opportunity to play an essential role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our neighbors while gaining valuable skills and experience.

Why Volunteer with Us?

Volunteering with Benton County Fire District 6 is more than just answering calls—it’s about serving the community, building lifelong friendships, and growing both personally and professionally. As a volunteer, you’ll receive:

• Comprehensive Training: Learn firefighting, emergency medical response, and rescue techniques.
• Team Camaraderie: Join a group of committed individuals who share your dedication to serving others.
• Community Impact: Be a part of the team that makes a tangible difference in the lives of local residents.

Volunteer Requirements

To join our team, you must meet the following criteria:

• Be 18 years old or older.
• Be a resident of Benton County Fire District 6 or work within the district.
• Have a strong sense of commitment and willingness to learn.

How to Get Involved

The process to become a volunteer is straightforward:

1. Submit an Application: Visit our website or stop by the station to fill out an application.
2. Interview and Assessment: Meet our team and discuss how you can contribute to our mission.
3. Training Program: Complete our volunteer training to prepare for emergency response.

Protect Your Community Today

Benton County Fire District 6 depends on volunteers like you to provide essential fire and emergency medical services. Your time and effort can save lives and create a safer environment for everyone in our district.

Take the first step today! To learn more or apply, contact us at (509) 875-2029 or visit www.bcfd6.com.

Together, we can make Benton County Fire District 6 stronger and safer for everyone. Will you answer the call?

Volunteer Application Download

BCFD6 will be accepting Career applications for Firefighter/EMT until Friday May 12th. BCFD6 is anticipating hiring one Firefighter/EMT with the possibility of hiring a second in the near future.

Career JOB ANNOUNCEMENT 2023

Career Application 2023

Submit completed applications in-person to Chief Watt or email to chiefwatt@bcfd6.com. Applicants will be notified of interview process shortly after May 12. The anticipated start date will be the week of May 22nd.

Tactical Tender 1612 is the newest piece of equipment to be added to the Benton County Fire District 6 fleet. This HEMMT is one of two received from the Washington Department of Natural Resources through the US Forest Service. This military truck was converted by BCFD6 staff into an awesome wildland firefighting vehicle. The truck is 8-wheel drive and carries 2400 gallons of water. T1612 can also be used as a water tender to supply water to other fire apparatus.

Military HEMMT converted to a tactical tender

Tactical Tender 1612 modified by BCFD6 personnel to be a versatile off road wildland firefighting vehicle and a water supply for other apparatus.

Benton County Fire District 6, in the Paterson and Plymouth area, has taken delivery and placed into service a surplus boat from the Benton County Sheriff’s Department. On March 16, 2021, the Benton County Commissioners approved the surplus sale of a 24-foot Wind River jet boat that no longer met the needs for the Sheriff’s Department.  Interim Sheriff Jon Law and Fire Chief Rolland Watt negotiated the sale and a mutual aid agreement between the agencies.

The partnership between the Benton County Sheriff’s Office and Fire District 6 will ensure a quick response during an emergency on the waterways in the south part of the county.  In years past the Benton County Sheriff’s Office would have to trailer a boat from Kennewick to the south end of the county and that could take up to an hour to be on the water.  With the partnership, Fire District 6 will drastically improve the response time and will be on the water within minutes.  We will continue to work together and ensure our community members are safe while enjoying the water.

The Benton County Fire District 6 Commissioners supported the project and allocated funds to purchase, repair and upgrade the boats capabilities. Chief Watt applied for, and received, a $12,000 Washington Department of Natural Resources grant that assisted with the purchase of a new pump and firefighting equipment for the boat.  The new boat allows for firefighting access to thirty miles of the Columbia River shoreline. Areas that were once very difficult to reach, are now accessible.  Over several months the Career Staff and Volunteers of Fire District 6 worked on the boat to make it ready for service. The repairs and upgrades were completed just in time, as the boat has already been called for service several times on the Columbia River.

Completed Fire/Rescue Boat 1631

Completed Fire/Rescue Boat 1631

The surplus Sheriff’s boat before purchase

Since the partnership, Fire District 6 was able to launch the boat in an effort to locate a boat operator who had accidentally activated his emergency beacon, assist a disabled boater who was towed to safety and rescued several individuals from a sinking boat in inclement weather. In all cases the Benton County Sheriff’s Deputies were able to respond and assist Fire District 6 with crewing the boat as the information was being passed along by dispatch.  An extraordinary amount of time was saved because of this arrangement between Fire District 6 and the Sheriff Department. Every minute is precious when responding to a critical emergency.