Operational members aged 18 and over with the appropriate training and clearances can participate in activities of the department including, but not limited to:
Fire Suppression
Rescue
Emergency Medical Technicians
Apparatus Driving
Fire police
No Experience Necessary! Carroll County offers training through Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute of University of MD and Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems free to our volunteers!
Operational members are “on-call” 24/7 and can respond to calls in 2 different ways!
Many of our volunteers live in town and respond to the station when they are available for calls. The department provides active members with pagers or a phone application to get notified of calls from anywhere. This is a great way to fit volunteering into a family life or busy schedule. Anyone can volunteer!
The Firehouse is open to members. We have a great space for relaxing and socialization, a work out room for personal fitness, and Wifi for homework or studying needs! Members can wait at the station to respond to incoming calls. Live out of town limits? This is a great option for you!
Not interested in responding on the trucks to emergencies? We have a job for you!
Social Members are adults who do not desire to, or are no longer able to, participate in fire and rescue activities. They may hold administrative positions, assist with fundraising, and help the company run like a well-oiled machine. Social Members can help with our many events as much or as little as they are available. Fire Engines are expensive! We have multiple events all year long and all help is appreciated in any capacity. We try to make fundraising fun for everyone that comes out to help!
Not old enough yet?
We all must start somewhere, some younger than others! The Junior Program is for anyone aged 12 to 15. This offers an excellent opportunity to learn teamwork skills, get a taste for fire department activities, and mature into responsible and community focused adults! This is a great way to earn service hours for school requirements.
Why Volunteer with Manchester Volunteer Fire?
Members can enjoy many benefits of membership with Station 4 including free training, lifelong friendships, and much more:
Uniforms and gear provided
Free yearly physical through the county for operational members
Discounted hall rental
Social events
Supplemental life insurance
Tax credit based on participation (LOSAP)
Retirement Benefits
Eligibility for Will for Heros
Scholarship opportunities
Use of Station Gym and personal fitness equipment
Leadership Training and Personal development.
Opportunity to learn and Build your Resume
Serve your Community
Ready to apply? Print out the application below and bring it to our next company meeting, the first Tuesday of every month at 7:15pm!
Still have questions? Send us an Email and one of our members will get back to you to assist you in anyway we can!
