Explorer Firefighter Program

The goal of this program is to provide training, mentoring and guidance to individuals between 16 and 18 years of age who are interested in the volunteer fire service provided in Douglass Township Pennsylvania. This program is conducted on a yearly basis to show those community individuals who wish to further educate themselves and gain knowledge on what it is that a volunteer firefighter who provides public safety is all about.

This program is designed to allow male and female youth, 15 Years of age to explore a career in the fire service. The explorers receive training similar to volunteer and professional firefighters, including basic fire chemistry, hose evolutions, ladder operations, medical and CPR training, hazardous materials, and auto extrication. The explorer program is intense and demanding, however the rewards are increased character and the understanding of what it takes to pursue a career in the fire service.

How to Get Started with Our Volunteer Firefighter Opportunities

Contact us to learn more about membership. There are many ways to do this:
- Give us a call at the station at 610-367-0277.
- Stop by the station on Thursday evenings at 6:30.
- Leave us a message under the "contact us" section on our website at www.gilbertsvillefireandrescue.org
- Send us a message to our Facebook page.

What Happens Next?

Someone from our vigilance committee will contact you to provide additional information or to set up a time to meet you and show you around our station. This will give you an opportunity to meet with members of the company and learn more about volunteering with us and the requirements for membership.

Requirements: 15 years of age

Application Deadline: Continuous