About the District

South Trail Fire Protection & Rescue Service District is a progressive fire district committed to protecting and serving our community with excellence, integrity and compassion.  We value innovative leadership, strategic planning, and a people-first approach to public service.  We also value the dedicated employees that choose to make South Trail Fire & Rescue their place of employment. 

All applications must be submitted via postal mail or in person to station 63, 5531 Halifax Avenue, Fort Myers, Florida, 33912.  Applications are kept on file for one calendar year. It is the responsibility of the person applying to keep their application up to date. South Trail Fire & Rescue is a drug-free workplace. 

When submitting an application, include the following:

• Application for the position
• Resume with cover letter
• All documents for proof of meeting or exceeding job requirements
• Signed Tobacco Policy (click Tobacco Policy to view, print and sign)

Current Benefits — Firefighter

• Starting Recruit Salary - $55,590
• Starting Firefighter Salary (after successfully completing the in-house STFD fire recruit academy) - $66,161
• Florida Retirement System
• 100% employer paid for health, dental and vision insurance
• Educational Incentives
• Drug-free workplace