About Us

After the purchase of a 1958 Pontiac hearse for $250, Enterprise Rescue Squad answered its first call in 1963. Seven members of the community trained in American Red Cross First Aid volunteered to staff the fledgling service which was headquartered on Main Street by Glover Avenue. Over time the service grew and acquired new ambulances and better equipment. In 1981 Dr. Andy Kirk put together the Service’s first structured Emergency Medical curriculum and “attendants” became EMT’s providing much better care for the community.

As the ranks grew, the need for a new facility became obvious. In 1994 — thanks to fundraising and dedicated efforts — Enterprise Rescue moved to its current primary location located on West Lee Street in Enterprise. As the City of Enterprise grew and the demand for EMS services increased, it became obvious that the change from volunteer to a paid service was necessary. Thus, in 1997, Enterprise Rescue Squad became what is now Enterprise Rescue Inc.

Now with nearly 30 years as a paid system — all while maintaining its non-profit status — ERI has 160+ employees with eight different operating locations across South Alabama.

With the addition of a separate administration and training building on East Lee Street, Enterprise Rescue has become a regional training facility for various programs and agencies. More than 100 classes a year are held ranging from basic first aid and CPR, to critical care and specialty courses for advanced medical providers.