Fire Department

The Centerton Fire Department is committed to protecting the lives and property of those we are called to serve. Our dedicated members ensure a safe community through a steadfast pursuit of excellence, diligent fire prevention, compassionate care, and aggressive firefighting.


If you are experiencing an emergency, please dial 911.

To log a controlled burn please call Benton County CenCom at (479) 271-1005.

Submit all applications and resumes to careers@cENTERTONAR.US. Please state your interest in Volunteer, Part-Time, and/or Full-Time in the subject line. Employment applications can be downloaded Here.

Contact Info

Fire Station 1
755 W. Centerton Blvd.
479-795-2550

Matt Thompson
Fire Chief
mthompson@centertonfire.com

John Gavin
Deputy Chief - Operations
jgavin@centertonfire.com

Paul Higginbotham
Deputy Chief - Prevention
phigginbotham@centertonfire.com

Matt Swanson
Deputy Chief - Training
mswanson@centertonfire.com

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