Flagtown Fire Department is 100% volunteer. Whether you want to serve as an active firefighter, bring prior experience, explore junior membership, or support the department in other ways, there is a path to get involved. Training and gear are provided, and you are always welcome to stop by on Thursday nights to learn more.
No Experience Required
Training & Gear
Provided
Great Member Benefits
Multiple Ways to Serve
MEMBERSHIP PATHS
Choose The Role That Fits You Best
Firefighter (Active)
Age 18+
A hands-on volunteer role for residents who want to respond, train, and serve as active firefighters.
Best fit: People ready for an active emergency service role and ongoing team involvement
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No previous fire service experience required
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Training and gear provided
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Opportunity to respond, drill, and grow with the department
Junior Member
Ages 16-17
A structured introduction to the fire service for younger members who want to learn and grow into future service.
Best fit: Youth interested in responsibility, teamwork, and a future pathway to service.
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Learn under supervision
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Build familiarity with fire service duties
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Pathway toward future active membership
Firefighter (Affiliate)
Trained Firefighters
A path for trained non-resident firefighters who want to serve with Flagtown and participate in crews, training, and responses.
Best fit: Experienced firefighters who want to continue serving with an active volunteer company.
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Intended for trained firefighters
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Department integration and response participation
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Additional district and company training expectations apply
Associate Member
Age 18+
A support-focused role for people who want to help through events, administration, fundraising, and other key needs.
Best fit: People who want to serve the department without taking on an active firefighter role
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No firefighting certification required
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Support the organization in meaningful ways
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Help strengthen events, operations, and outreach
INTEREST FORM
Membership Interest Form
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WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
A Clear And Low-Pressure Process
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Submit Your Interest
Complete a short interest form so the recruitment team knows which path you are exploring.
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Hear From The Team
A member of the recruitment team follows up to answer questions and talk through next steps.
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Visit Or Schedule Time
Stop by on a Thursday night or coordinate a conversation when the time is right for you.
BENEFITS
Benefits That Support Volunteer Service
LOSAP
Length of Service Awards Program support for qualifying members.
Gear Provided
Turnout gear, uniforms, and protective equipment are provided at no cost.
Stipend
Yearly participation-based stipend support for fire call responses.
Tuition Support
Volunteer tuition credit opportunities may be available for qualifying members.
Training
Local, district, and state training opportunities to build knowledge and confidence.
Local Benefits
Access to additional local benefits and department supported programs.
THURSDAY NIGHT VISITS
Come By And See What We’re About
Are you considering joining? Interested residents are welcome to stop by on Thursday nights from 7:00-9:00 pm during our weekly work-detail.
During this time you will be able to meet members, see the firehouse, and ask questions. You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out.