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Fire Up The Holiday with SANTA!

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2025 lOAM-1PM Free Pictures with Santa, Activities for all ages, Tour the Trucks!

South Hays Fire Department is hiring a Driver/Engineer with a base pay of $67,789 and up to $72,636 with experience.

Apply now for Driver / Engineer positions!

South Hays is currently accepting applications for Full-Time Driver / Engineer positions. Please submit a detailed resume and SHFD Fire Engineer Application to recruiting@southhaysfire.com.

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Newest Firefighters for South Hays Fire Department/ESD 3!

We are proud to recognize the accomplishments of our newest Firefighters navigating the 9 month probationary period. Each one has successfully met the demanding skills, challenges, and expectations…

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Burn Permit Application

If you wish to conduct outdoor burning at a residential location, email burn@co.hays.tx.us every day that you wish to burn. Include name, contact number and address of the burn. You will receive an automated return email notifying you if burning is allowed that day. Please check your spam/junk folder.

Winter weather preparedness tips: supplies, extra clothing, rock salt, emergency kit, and safety tips like dressing in layers and staying alert.

Useful Information

Be Prepared! Helpful information to plan your emergency response.

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ESD #3

South Hays County Rural Fire Prevention District #2 was created on August 13, 1983. The fire prevention district became the Hays County Emergency Service District No. 3 on August 5, 1997, and further…