Volunteer

Join Baldwin Fire Rescue

Protecting Baldwin Borough since 1907 — 100% volunteer, 100% committed.

Your Community Needs You

Baldwin Fire Rescue operates with 42 active volunteers serving a community of over 19,000 residents. In 2025 alone, our firefighters responded to 807+ emergency calls from 3 stations with 5 apparatus — 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

No experience is required. Baldwin Fire Rescue trains dedicated individuals from the ground up. If you have the heart and the commitment, we'll give you the skills.

“Day in and day out, regardless of the hour or the weather, they willingly place themselves between our community and harm's way.”

— Chief David Connell, Baldwin Fire Rescue

Why Volunteer

Protect Your Community

First on scene for fires, rescues, and medical emergencies across Baldwin Borough. 24/7/365.

World-Class Training

No experience needed. BFR provides complete training: fire suppression, rescue operations, EMS first response, hazmat awareness.

Brotherhood & Belonging

Join a team that has each other's backs, on and off the fireground. Lifelong bonds forged in service.

Relief Association Benefits

As an active firefighter, you're automatically a member of the Firefighters Relief Association: free annual physicals, injury & disability support, $10,000 life insurance, and survivor benefits for your family.

Membership Types

Active Firefighter (18+)

Full operational membership. Respond to emergencies, train, and serve.

Junior Member (14–17)

Learn firefighting fundamentals under adult supervision. Parental involvement required.

Administrative

Support the organization without responding to emergencies.

Associate

Stay connected with the fire company community.

Requirements

  • No felony convictions
  • Pass a PA State criminal background check
  • Willingness to complete required training and certifications
  • Dedication to serve your community

How to Join

1. Show Up or Reach Out

Attend a fire company meeting, call (412) 881-9704, or email contact@baldwinfirerescue.org.

2. Submit Your Application

Complete the membership application at baldwinfirerescue.org.

3. Begin Your Journey

Complete your one-year probationary period with required certifications. We'll train you every step of the way.