Hastings Fire & Rescue

05/27/2026

Battle of the Badges is coming up on June 4th! Don’t forget to reserve your slot and vote RED!

During Thursdays with the Mayor on May 21, 2026, Mayor Jay Beckby p...

05/27/2026

Today B Crew went through inventory testing which is essential for new staff members to learn where supplies, equipment and medications are stored so they can act quickly on calls.

05/20/2026

Congratulations to the Leadership-Hastings Nebraska graduates, especially our own, Fire Inspector Travis Nolan!

05/20/2026

🩸Battle of the Badges Blood Drive is only 2 weeks away on Thursday, June 4th from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Hastings City Auditorium, and now is the time to reserve your donation slot! Every donation makes a difference and don't forget to Vote RED!🏥

Reserve a donation time here --> https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=tri%20city%20bob

05/20/2026

‼️‼️ TWO DAYS LEFT ‼️‼️

Hastings Fire & Rescue is currently seeking dedicated, motivated professionals to serve our community.

🔥Open Positions:
Firefighter EMTs
• Salary: $53,942 – $75,311 annually
• Full benefits package
(Lateral entry based on experience)

Firefighter Paramedics
• Salary: $61,383 – $83,594 annually
• Full benefits package
(Lateral entry based on experience)

At Hastings Fire & Rescue, you’ll be part of a team providing critical services including emergency response, rescue operations, and advanced life support care to a community of over 25,000 residents.

Apply today:
https://www.cityofhastings.org/departments/human-resources/job-openings/

Application Deadline: May 22

If you're ready to serve, grow, and be part of something bigger—this is your opportunity.

05/19/2026

Help keep our community safe.

🚨 Reminder: E-Scooter, E-Bike, one-wheel, & Hoverboard Rules in Hastings 🚨

To help keep everyone safe, here are some important rules from City Code Sec. 50-704:

🛑 You CANNOT ride:
• On roads posted over 25 MPH
• On 2nd Street from Burlington Ave. to Minnesota Ave.
• On sidewalks in the downtown business district

✅ You MAY:
• Cross restricted roads at marked intersections
• Use hike & bike trails unless signs say otherwise
• Walk your scooter/bike on downtown sidewalks

⚠️ Riders must:
• Obey traffic signals and signs
• Use hand signals when turning
• Yield to pedestrians on sidewalks and trails
• Give an audible warning before passing pedestrians
• Ride single file when in groups of 3 or more

🌙 Night riding requires:
• White front light visible 500 feet
• Rear red reflector or red light

👮 Violations can result in fines:
• 1st offense: up to $50
• 2nd offense: $50–$100
• 3rd offense and beyond: $150

Police may also impound scooters, e-bikes or hoverboards for violations.

Please ride safely and respectfully!

Full city code can be found here: https://library.municode.com/ne/hastings/codes/code_of_ordinances

05/18/2026

Today the probationary firefighter on B-Crew navigated Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) which is a course combined of hands on driving practices mixed with classroom instruction where firefighters prepare for the challenges of emergency driving. 🚑

05/14/2026

The newest probationary firefighter on A Crew got some reps in on the EVOC course today. 🚑

05/14/2026

Thank you Texas Roadhouse for the rolls today. You know us so well!🤩

05/13/2026

An amazing Hastings resident stopped by this morning and dropped of some station supplies for us! Thank you so much, it was extremely thoughtful.☀️