Recruitment

The Volunteer Firefighter,
Volunteer Firefighters are a breed unto themselves.

Whoever heard of a person who is willing to be on twenty-four Hour duty without pay for the dubious privilege of protecting  their neighbor’s property?

Whoever heard of a person who will dash from their desk and ride a “fire wagon” to the scene of the alarm ruining their suit, neglecting their business, risking their life and exhausting themselves physically, not for money but because they believe in serving their community.

Whoever heard of a person who will give up their favorite TV show, postpone some reading or some “do it yourself” house chores they’ve been planning (plus sacrifice their evenings with their family) just to attend a meeting where they learn how to function as a volunteer servant on behalf of  their fellowmen?

Whoever heard (in this day and age) of a person who is crazy enough to be worrying about the other fellows?

Well, if you don’t know the answer to those questions, look around our firehouse.

You’ll see people who aren’t out protesting and complaining because they’re too busy living up to the image of a good American.

You’ll see people just like yourself who care what happens to their Neighbors and their community and their country.

On behalf of the Officers and Members of the Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department we would like to thank you for your interest in our organization. As an active volunteer, you will receive a valuable firefighting education along with the rewarding experience of serving your community.

If you need help or have any questions please send an email to the following address: membership@mvfd.com