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Volunteer with the City of Middletown Fire Department

Monhagen Hose Co. #1 • Eagle Engine Co. #2 • Phoenix Engine Co. #4 • Ontario Hose Co. #5 Waalkill Engine Co. #6 • Excelsior Hook & Ladder Co. #1 • McQuoid Engine & Ladder Co. #3 Middletown Fire Police

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What qualifications do I need to become a

Middletown volunteer firefighter?

Prospective volunteers must be at least 18 years of age and live or work in the proximity of the City of Middletown, NY.

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Anyone 16-17 years of age interested in volunteering may join our junior firefighter program.

What is the first step to volunteering?

Call our recruitment office at (845) 344-5003,

or download an application by clicking here!

Can a volunteer position lead to a career in firefighting?

Yes. Volunteering is one of the best ways to get the necessary training and experience to be an attractive candidate for a career firefighting position.

How many hours do volunteer

firefighters work?

There is no set amount of required hours for our volunteer fire department, however it is important to remain active within the department in order to maintain the status of a volunteer.

What other opportunities are there for me within the department?

There are several additional opportunities within the fire department such as fire police, safety officers, and accountability officers. you can find out more information about these positions by calling our recruitment hotline at (845) 344-5003

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