The East Alton Fire Department is a combination Fire Department. Its full time staff includes, Fire Chief, Captain, and two Lieutenants and two Engineers. The Station is staffed 24 hours per day by two personnel.

The department also is assisted by 12 Paid-On-Call Firefighters, which are called upon to assist in fire responses. These firefighters are trained professionals much like the career members. All Firefighters go through a rigorous training program and become Firefighter II certified by the Illinois State Fire Marshals Office.

The Fire Departments response area is approximately 10 square miles in size. A large part of our jurisdiction includes Olin Manufacturing.    

Our Station is located at 209 N. Shamrock and houses our truck fleet of one pumper, one 75-foot Ladder truck, and our heavy Rescue.

The East Alton Fire Department responds to about 800 to 900 calls per year with about 50% being Emergency Medical responses.

The East Alton Fire Department is always looking for anyone who may be able to participate in Paid-On-Call firefighter positions. We require a high level of physical agility and commitment, so, if you think you can make the grade, please stop in or give us a call. We’ll be glad to provide you with more information, or, click on the task bar “Paid-On-Call Firefighters” to find information on benefits, requirements, and training.