Max Schmidtmann recently joined NFPD as a full-time Wildland Firefighter after serving as a volunteer with the department since 2023 and gaining additional experience with Oak Creek Fire. Max will play an important role in the continued growth of NFPD’s wildland firefighting and mitigation programs. During wildland fire season, he will be available for national wildland fire assignments, bringing valuable resources and experience back to the department. During the off-season, Max will focus on vegetation management and mitigation projects for residential and commercial properties throughout the district, helping reduce wildfire risk and improve community preparedness.