Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need training or experience to apply?

No, we provide all training free of charge and accept anyone 16 years of age and older.

Do I need to live in Lionville?

No, we have members that live outside of Lionville. The closer to the firehouse, the better.

Do I need to be at the fire station to go on calls?

No, the majority of the calls members respond when they are in the area. The station provides a crew room for members wishing to spend time at the station. The crew room offers Wi-Fi, Apple TV, PlayStation, etc. The fire station also has a large, state of the art gym/training facility open to the membership 24/7 free of charge.

How do I respond to calls if I'm not at the fire station?

Members are given access to cell phone alerts, as well as a fire company issued pager to carry with them to alert of a fire call. Members then drive to the station, gear up, get on the truck and go!

How much time is involved in volunteering?

There is a lot of time that is put into becoming a well trained and devoted member. The volunteers run 24 hours per day, 7 days a week and answer between 700 and 750 emergencies a year.

How much time is involved in training?

Every new member looking to become a firefighter is required to attend an entry-level firefighting course free of charge (188 hour class, on a weekly basis) and a basic vehicle rescue course free of charge (44 hour class, also on a weekly basis). After completing the basic classes, members are encouraged to attend more advanced courses including Technical Rescue, Hazardous Materials, CPR, and EMT to gain knowledge on all aspects of the job.

Do I need to attend EVERY call or in-house training?

No, ALL members are encouraged to attend training on regular basis to gain knowledge and proficiency of the job. Members spend a lot of time training on all the skills needed to serve and protect the community on a weekly basis. We train every Thursday night starting at 7pm and running approx. till 9:30pm-10pm. Although impossible, members are encouraged to respond to every call they can.


How do I become a firefighter at Lionville Fire Company?

• Submit your application to the Lionville Fire Company.
• We will schedule an interview with you to come in, meet with you, and have a conversation about membership.
• Once the company has made a decision, you will immediately begin our in-house training program as a probationary firefighter. This consists of four phases of training over the next 18 months.
• Attend Entry-Level Firefighter 1 at Chester County's state-of-the-art Fire Academy and pass the National Pro-Board exam.
• Attend the PA Department of Health Basic Vehicle Rescue course, also at the Fire Academy.
• Present a research project about the death of a firefighter in the line of duty to learn about the dangers of the fire service.
• Take a cumulative in-house test during a live-burn training to earn your Interior Firefighter status!