Fire Department

Protecting Our Community with Dedication, Training & Teamwork

The Holstein Fire Department and Ambulance Service are essential to the safety, health, and well-being of our community. Staffed by trained volunteers and overseen by trusted community leaders, these services respond to emergencies with professionalism, skill, and care.

🔥 Fire Department

The Holstein Fire Department provides 24/7 emergency response to:

• Structure & vehicle fires
• Rescue operations
• Hazardous material incidents
• Mutual aid calls in neighboring areas

Staffed by Volunteers
Holstein’s firefighters are fully volunteer-based and professionally trained to meet local and state requirements.

Equipment & Coverage
Our department is equipped with modern engines, tankers, rescue tools, and communication gear to ensure rapid and effective response.

🚑 Ambulance & Emergency Medical Services

Our volunteer EMS team provides pre-hospital care, stabilization, and transportation during:

• Medical emergencies
• Vehicle accidents
• Inter-facility transfers (as needed)

Training & Certification:
All responders hold valid EMT or paramedic licenses and maintain current CPR, AED, and emergency response training.

🎓 Training Coordination

Training Coordinator:

• Melissa Boysen
  Oversees all training requirements and continuing education for fire and EMS volunteers.

Training topics include:

• Firefighter I & II certification
• EMT coursework
• CPR/AED certification
• Vehicle extrication and rescue drills

👥 Leadership & Oversight

Board of Trustees

Responsible for oversight of the Fire & Ambulance departments, financial stewardship, and long-term planning:

• Shelby Ellis
• Shantel Todd
• Ryan Horstman

Public Affairs Committee

Advises on community relations, communication, and public safety awareness:

• Kelby Regennitter
• Shantel Todd
• Dawson Hauptman

🚨 Join Our Team

We are always looking for new volunteers!
If you're community-minded and ready to serve, the Holstein Fire & Ambulance team welcomes you.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older
• Be in good physical condition
• Attend required training sessions
• Respond to calls as needed

📞 Contact City Hall at (712) 368-4898 to learn more or apply.

📍 Contact & Non-Emergency Info

• In an Emergency: Dial 911
• General Inquiries & Volunteer Info:
  📞 (712) 368-4898
  🏢 City Hall – 119 S Main Street, Holstein, IA 51025