The Village of Angel Fire Fire Department consists of both paid and volunteer staffing. There are currently 7 paid employees of the Village and 20 volunteers. We are taking applications for one additional paid Firefighter/Paramedic.
The EMS service level is Advanced Life Support with 3 fully equipped ambulances. We have two paramedics, three EMT-Intermediates, and eight EMT-Basics. The Fire Department ISO rating is 7, with four fire attack vehicles, a rescue truck and a water tender. We have also received initial funds to purchase a ladder truck. Our ISO is being worked on to better improve YOUR insurance rates. Our new Station 2 in now under construction next to the horse stables and should be completed by December 2009.
We have a Junior Firefighter Program for youth age 12-17. This is an excellent oportunity for training and experience, and a great way for youth to help the Village.
The Angel Fire Fire Department also has a volunteer Support Staff who is headed up by our Fire Chaplin, Charles Wilson. The Support Staff is available to anyone who is having an emergency and is dispatched on all Fire calls and any lengthy rescues. Our Support Staff also has their own "Support" vehicle, which brings the Fire Department much-needed snacks and beverages hot or cold.
Fire Chief:
Orlando Sandoval
11 North Angel Fire Rd.
Angel Fire, NM 87710
Emergency: Dial 911
Phone: (575) 377-3347
Fax Number: (575) 377-6098
E-mail:
Hours of Operation:
Office Hours: 7:30am – 6pm daily
Emergency Service 24-7
Special Needs: If you are in ill health or have any special needs, we can check on you during weather emergencies. To be added to the list, please call (575) 377-3347.
Now Taking Applications
Angel Fire Fire Department is now taking applications for a Firefighter/Paramedic. This is a full-time paid position with excellent benefits. Call (575) 377-3347 for more details or come by the station to fill out an application.
