Our History
The Cayce Fire Department is an all-paid department with 24 full-time employees. Established in 1936, the department transitioned from volunteers to paid staff. In the early 1980s, it was integrated with the police department to form the Cayce Department of Public Safety, allowing dual training in police and fire operations. In January 2022, the police and fire departments separated again, re-establishing the fire department’s independent structure with its own Fire Chief.
The Fire Chief oversees the entire department, managing personnel and finances, and also serves as the Fire Marshal for the City. The Assistant Fire Chief handles departmental operations. Under the Assistant Fire Chief are three Battalion Chiefs responsible for daily operations, training, and administrative duties. Each shift has a Captain who acts as a company-level supervisor and substitutes for the Battalion Chief when necessary. Along with the Battalion Chief and Captain, each shift includes five additional firefighters, ensuring 24-hour coverage for Cayce’s citizens and visitors.
The Fire Division responds to emergency and non-emergency calls and conducts building fire and life safety inspections.
The Cayce Fire Department has an ISO rating of Class 2, which can lead to savings on fire property insurance premiums for residential and commercial property owners. Check with your insurance company for specific savings.
Special Programs
The Cayce Fire Department offers several special programs to assist the community.
- Blue address signs
- Child safety seat inspections (contact us to set up a time)
- Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Request
- CPR/First Aid classes
- Fire extinguisher training
- Public Education events