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Broughton
Volunteer Fire Department

We offer volunteer memberships for ages 16 and over.

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We are Always looking for New Members!

Will You Answer the Next Call?

Have a few extra hours during the week? South Park Township, would greatly appreciate your services!

The time is now to give back, to get involved, and to gain the personal rewards and satisfaction that only come from volunteering in fire and emergency services in your hometown.

We are 100% volunteer and self-supporting Fire Department (Allegheny County Station 270). and we are proud to serve the community of South Park Township.

We are Located in South Park Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, a mostly residential community, we are approximately 11 miles south of the City of Pittsburgh, PA.

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membership Opportunites

Firefighter

Train and respond to structure, vehicle, and outdoor fires, vehicle, and specialized rescues, and other emergencies or calls for service and assistance.

  • Must be 18 years of age. (Unless applying for junior membership)
  • All applicants will receive a criminal background check.
  • No Experience is Necessary! (We hold a weekly drill every Tuesday, and the Fire Dept pays for outside fire classes.)

Active Member

The Broughton V.F.D. has a junior membership program to help get teenagers interested in today’s fire service. Junior members may participate in company drills, emergency calls, fundraisers, and much much more! The juniors are our future, in training. 

  • Must be 16 – 18 years of age. 
  • Must be able to obtain a work permit.
  • Must abide by State and Dept. Rules and Regulations.

Active Non Firefighter

If firefighting isn’t your calling but you still want to be apart of our team we are always looking for administrative help also! Most of the work running a Fire department now days are helping with all of the administrative work, like bingos, big events, drills, and etc.

Benefits of Volunteering at Broughton Fire Department

Becoming a volunteer with the Broughton Volunteer Fire Department offers a chance to be part of a tradition of excellence and community service. Here are some of the most significant benefits you’ll enjoy as a volunteer:
  • Community Impact: Make a direct and meaningful difference in the lives of your neighbors and community members by protecting their lives, homes, and businesses.
  • Free Training and Education: Receive comprehensive training in firefighting and emergency response, gaining valuable skills and certifications that can benefit you both personally and professionally.
  • Second Family & Life Long Friendships: Join a tight-knit group of like-minded individuals who value cooperation and camaraderie. You’ll build lifelong friendships and be part of a team that’s like a second family.
  • Leadership Opportunities: Develop leadership and management skills as you take on various roles within the department, with the potential to advance and lead initiatives.
  • Personal Growth: Challenge yourself physically and mentally, gaining confidence, discipline, and resilience as you learn to manage and overcome difficult situations.
  • Gym Membership Credit: Staying healthy physically is important for your health and the job. We offer a credit to a gym membership to allow you to stay healthy.
  • Sense of Accomplishment: Experience the unique gratification that comes from providing a critical service to the community, often in their times of greatest need.
  • FireVEST Scholarship with CCAC: Individuals enrolled in the program receive a full scholarship to any associate degree or certificate program at CCAC as well as the highest level of training at the Allegheny County Fire Academy in exchange for a five-year service commitment as a volunteer firefighter within Allegheny County.
These are just a few of the rewards that come with being a volunteer at the Broughton Volunteer Fire Department. If you’re looking for a way to give back, learn new skills, and challenge yourself, joining our team could be the perfect opportunity.
Start the Process Today

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To start the process of volunteering, please fill out the form below and our recruitment coordinator will contact you within 24 to 48 hours.

While you’re waiting for a reply, please download and start on your full membership application to bring in.

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