Pinetop Fire District

08/29/2026

Thank you for all your contributions to the Fire Service in the White Mountains. He was a Fire Board Member and personally trained some of our firefighters.

You will be missed my friend.

It is with a heavy heart that we share the memorial page for George Robert Leech.

We invite you to read their obituary, find details regarding the upcoming services, and share your own cherished memories or photos on the tribute wall.

Thank you for your love and support during this time.

View George Robert Leech's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

08/21/2026

It’s not often that we get the opportunity to visit with patients after we transport them to the hospital, but yesterday we had a very special visitor at Pinetop Fire District.

Back in April, this gentleman experienced a life-threatening choking emergency. When our crews arrived shortly after the 911 call, they found him unresponsive and not breathing. Crews quickly identified the obstruction and used Magill forceps to remove the food from his airway before transporting him to the hospital for further treatment and monitoring.

Yesterday, he stopped by the station to visit the crews who helped him that day.

This is why we do what we do. Moments like this remind us why we became firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics to be there for someone on their worst day and hopefully make a difference in their life.

We are incredibly grateful he took the time to stop by, and even more grateful to see him doing well! Thank you for the doughnuts. 👊

08/19/2026

🚒 WE’RE HIRING — ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEF!

Pinetop Fire District is looking for its next Assistant Fire Chief. We’re seeking an experienced, motivated leader ready to serve our organization and community.

📅 Application Deadline: September 18, 2026 at 1700

Learn more and apply today:
pinetopfire.com/employment/

🔥 Join our team. Lead with purpose. Serve the White Mountains.

08/17/2026

🚒 NOW HIRING: ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEF

https://pinetopfire.com/employment/

The Pinetop Fire District is seeking a dynamic, progressive, and experienced fire service leader to join our Senior Management Team as our next Assistant Fire Chief.

Located in the beautiful White Mountains of Arizona, Pinetop Fire District is a community-focused organization committed to operational excellence, professional development, innovation, and exceptional Fire & EMS service.

This is an opportunity to help lead a growing organization while serving a community that offers an incredible quality of life including four-season recreation, lakes, trails, forests, hunting, fishing, skiing, and everything the White Mountains have to offer.

Qualified candidates will have the opportunity to become part of a leadership team focused on developing our people, strengthening regional partnerships, and continuing to move Pinetop Fire District forward.

Interested applicants should review the recruitment information for complete qualifications, benefits, application requirements, supplemental questionnaire, and official job description.

Come lead with us. Serve an incredible community. Help shape the future of Pinetop Fire District.

08/17/2026

Great information from our own Captain Barry Green.

08/11/2026

Paramedic Cody Wallace and EMT Laura D’Aniello are currently deployed on the Frijoles Fire in New Mexico, representing Pinetop Fire District as a REM3 medical resource.

Their mission is to provide medical support to firefighters working in rugged and remote terrain. Equipped with a UTV, rope rescue equipment, Stokes basket, advanced medical gear, and additional rescue equipment, Cody and Laura are prepared to reach and assist firefighters should an injury occur in difficult-to-access areas.

Assignments like this highlight the versatility of our personnel and the importance of having trained medical resources positioned alongside firefighters on the fireline.

We’re proud of Cody and Laura for representing Pinetop Fire District with professionalism and dedication. Stay safe out there and come home soon! 🇺🇸🔥

08/08/2026

We were proud to be a part of National Night Out and spend an awesome evening alongside our community and partner agencies!

Events like this are a great reminder of what makes the White Mountains such a special place. Strong communities, strong partnerships, and people who genuinely care about one another.

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who stopped by the Pinetop Fire District booth, visited with our crews, and joined in the fun. We always enjoy the opportunity to connect with the people we serve outside of an emergency.

We also want to thank all of our fire, law enforcement, volunteers, and other partners who helped make National Night Out such a great event.

Strong Communities • Strong Partnerships • Stronger Together 🇺🇸🚒

08/04/2026

🚑 Pinetop Fire District Surplus Ambulance Sealed Bid Sale 🚑

The Pinetop Fire District is accepting sealed bids for a 2024 Ford Transit 250 MR Type II Ambulance.

This well-maintained unit includes a Stryker Power-PRO XT Cot and Stryker Power-Load System, making it an excellent opportunity for fire departments, EMS agencies, municipalities, or qualified buyers.

Bid Opens: August 3, 2026
Bid Deadline: August 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM (1700 Hours)

Vehicle inspections are available by appointment. For questions or to schedule an inspection, contact:

Cory Esparza
Support Services Captain
📧 [email protected]

Sealed bids must be submitted to:

Pinetop Fire District
1845 S. Pine Lake Rd.
Pinetop, AZ 85935

Please clearly mark the envelope:
“SEALED BID – 2024 FORD TRANSIT AMBULANCE”

See the attached flyer for complete vehicle details, bidding instructions, and terms. We appreciate your interest and encourage you to share this opportunity with anyone who may be interested.

08/02/2026

When the tones drop, everything stops no matter what our crews are doing.

This morning, that happened right in the middle of our workout. It’s something that occurs regularly. Whether we’re training, sitting down for dinner, or trying to finish a workout, the mission always comes first.

We’re passionate about staying ready so we can give our very best to those we serve. Being prepared means moving with purpose, no matter the time of day or what we’re in the middle of.

This video captures our crews immediately after an intense workout, exhausted but ready to answer the call. It’s a small glimpse into the dedication, discipline, and commitment our firefighters bring to this community every single day.

08/01/2026

This afternoon at approximately 1:29 PM, Battalion 11 from the Pinetop Fire District, Engine 13 from Timber Mesa Fire & Medical District, and our law enforcement partners from the Pinetop-Lakeside Police Department (PLPD) responded to a reported debris fire that was ultimately determined to be a small roadside fire.

Before crews arrived, several citizens stopped and began extinguishing the fire, helping prevent it from spreading further. We want to extend our sincere appreciation to those who took quick action and demonstrated what it means to look out for our community.

This incident serves as an important reminder that with warmer temperatures expected over the next several days, grasses and vegetation can dry out quickly, increasing the risk of fires.

You can help reduce the risk by:
🔥 Properly extinguishing all smoking materials.
🚛 Ensuring trailer safety chains are not dragging.
🚗 Avoiding parking vehicles on dry grass.
📞 Reporting any signs of smoke or fire immediately by calling 911.

We’re all hoping for the return of the monsoon next week, but until then, let’s continue working together to protect our beautiful White Mountains.