Welcome to the recruitment page for the Belford Engine Fire Company, one of the busiest engine companies within the Township of Middletown when it comes to fighting fire. Obviously, if you are here, you have some interest in being a part of the Middletown Township Fire Department.
Those of us in the fire service have chosen it because we wanted to use our talents to help people and serve our communities. As a firefighter, you will be trained and expected to perform incredible acts of service for others. You will make a difference in people’s lives. You may calm a child, or you may even save a life.
When in uniform, you are always a role model that others respect and look up to. It is a huge and rewarding responsibility. If you bring enthusiasm, an attitude of service, and the desire to do something extraordinary, we will provide the training and the opportunity.
Membership Categories
The Belford Engine Fire Company accepts applicants for two categories of membership. The first is an active firefighter. By applying for a position as an active firefighter, you’ll receive the highest level of training, learn life-saving techniques, challenge yourself physically, and develop leadership skills.
The Middletown Township Fire Department operates its own training academy. Firefighter recruits receive all of their training right here in Middletown Township. All of the training and equipment active firefighters receive is free.
The second category of membership is just as important. Not everyone has the desire to serve as a firefighter. These potential members are just as important to a volunteer fire company as the active firefighters. Social members volunteer their time to help with such duties as the administrative process, custodial tasks, and support.
You need to be 18 years of age or older to become an active firefighter. Social membership requires you to be 21 years of age or older.
Incentives
The Middletown Township Fire Department actively participates in the Length of Service Awards Program (LOSAP). The program was established to provide tax-deferred income benefits to active volunteer members of an emergency service organization. Members who qualify may receive a contribution of up to $1,500 per year toward their benefit.
Receive relief aid. The NJ State Firemen’s Relief Association provides relief funding to needy active firefighters throughout the state.
Receive medical aid for you and your family. Members who qualify are eligible to receive free medical treatment for themselves and their families. The Deborah Heart and Lung Center has a long-standing relationship with the Fire Service of New Jersey.
Start your journey today!
Follow the link bit.ly/becomembership to begin!