Firefighter

The Barren Hill Volunteer Fire Company is accepting applications for the full-time position of firefighter/house engineer. The Barren Hill Volunteer Fire Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Application Process

1. Candidates for employment shall submit a completed application and supporting documentation by mail, in person at the Barren Hill Volunteer Fire Company, or by email (Cschwartz@barrenhill.com). Applications and supporting documents should be directed to Fire Chief Chris Schwartz.

2. The application period will remain open until the position is filled. Opportunities for part-time positions may be available for potential candidates after the full-time position is filled.

3. Candidates invited to continue in the hiring process will be notified directly of an oral interview date and time. Oral Interviews will be conducted at the Barren Hill Volunteer Fire Company, 647 Germantown Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444, after May 1, 2026

4. Following the oral interview, the Barren Hill Volunteer Fire Company may conduct a physical agility test and background check in preparation for a final candidate list for consideration of employment.

5. As part of a conditional offer of employment, the candidate may be subject to medical, physical, psychological evaluations, and a drug and alcohol screening at the expense of the Barren Hill Volunteer Fire Company.

Application Availability and Submission Deadline

Applications may be downloaded online at www.barrenhill.com or may be picked up in person at:

Barren Hill Volunteer Fire Company, 647 Germantown Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444

Completed applications may be dropped off at the Barren Hill Volunteer Fire Company, 647 Germantown Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444 or be sent by mail or email to the attention of Fire Chief Chris Schwartz. (cschwartz@barrenhill.com) Applications will be received until the position is filled.

Incomplete applications may result in an automatic disqualification from the application process.

Firefighter/House Engineer

Salary & Benefits

· $28.00 - $35.00/hour depending on qualifications (Pay increases are considered annually)

o Regularly scheduled overtime

· Paid Training & Career Development

· Full Medical Benefits – Health, Dental & Eye Insurance

· Life Insurance

· Employer retirement contributions plus optional employee match

· Paid Vacation, Holiday & Sick Time

· Uniforms provided

Firefighter/House Engineer Minimum Requirements

Copies of all certificates and/or proof of meeting the minimum requirements must be included in the application packet at the time of submission.

· High School Diploma or GED

· Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License

· PA State Background Check

· FBI Background Check

· Child Abuse Clearance

· Firefighter I –

IFSAC or Pro-Board Preferred

· Firefighter II –

IFSAC or Pro-Board Preferred

· Vehicle Rescue Technician (PA DOH or NFPA) or equivalent

· Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) or equivalent

· Pump Operations

· Hazardous Materials Operations Level Certificate and refresher certificate within the last twelve (12) months if the original course certificate is outside of 12 months

· NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800

· Current CPR, AED & First Aid Certificate

· Current Apparatus Operator

(Letter required from Department Chief)

Other Certifications that are NOT required, but preferred:

· Emergency Medical Technician

· Fire Officer I

· Technical Rescue Certification

· Driver/Aerial Operator – National Certification

• Water Rescue & Emergency Response

Essential Job Functions, Standards, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Physical Characteristics

Essential Job Functions