Come Join the Montrose Fire District

 Serve with Purpose, Belong to a Family

Are you looking for a way to make a real impact in your community? The Cortlandt Engine Company and Montrose Fire District are seeking committed individuals who want to serve their neighbors, help maintain public safety, and belong to a dedicated team. Whether you are interested in giving back, finding camaraderie, or developing new skills, there is a place for you.

Who Are We?:

We are the Montrose Fire District and the Cortlandt Engine Company #1, united by one team, one goal, and one purpose: to volunteer our time and support the community we serve.

Our two organizations operate together for the same mission. When you join as a volunteer firefighter, you become an active member of the Cortlandt Engine Company #1, and upon approval, you serve as an active firefighter within the Montrose Fire District. The Cortlandt Engine Company supplies personnel for fire safety operations within the Montrose Fire District.

The Montrose Fire District includes three fire district and responds to approximately 300 calls each year. We operate with two engines, one tower ladder, one heavy rescue vehicle, one mini attack vehicle, and two utility vehicles.

Training:

All equipment and training are provided to volunteers at no cost. Training begins with an in-house overview of daily operations and on-scene tactics. Once comfortable, volunteers can advance to New York State courses such as Basic Exterior Firefighting Operations, which cover safety practices for fires outside of any structure. Additional courses like Interior Firefighting Operations which cover safety practices for fires inside of any structures. Our Fire Police Unit consists of certified New York State Peace Officers upon completion of the NYS Fire Police Course. Fire Police members support scene safety and manage traffic control during every fire incidents. There is an opportunity for everyone, with roles ranging from Fire Police, Exterior Firefighters, Apparatus and Pump Operator, and Interior Firefighters.

Earn While You Serve:

Our Length of Service Awards Program (LOSAP) offers recognition and financial benefits to volunteers for their years of service. Members may also qualify for college tuition reimbursement through programs such as FASNY Scholarships and Westchester County HERRO, along with a 10% reduction on property and school taxes.

Stay Fit and Prepared:
Members have access to a fitness room on site to stay fit for emergency response and personal wellness.

Answer the Call Today:

If your 17 years old and above, Come Join the Cortlandt Engine Company/Montrose Fire District and be part of a proud tradition of service. Help protect your community and support what matters most. We can't do it alone, we need you. Together, we are stronger.

Print out an application below, fill it out and submit it either by the following way's below, Every application has a $20.00 processing fee which has to be collected before the application goes thought its normal course.

Print your Application Today!    -------> Join Today Cortlandt Engine Company Online Application <------- 

Submission Form - Submit Application - (Application must be submitted full page with no background edges showing in add files)

U.S. Mail - Cortlandt Engine Company - Membership Committee - 2143 Albany Post Road PO-Box 61 Montrose, NY 10548

E-Mail - JoinToday@montrosefire.com 

In person -  On any Monday night between the hours of 7:00pm and 9:00pm

Effective December 2, 2014 New York State Executive Law 837-o Requires that each Fire Company must submit a non fingerpring background check to NYS DCJS  for any individuals seeking membership in a Volunteer Fire Department. This form can either be filled out and submitted with your application or filled out on the day of your interview. Each Applicant is required to fill out questions 1 thru 10 only. (We highly recommend if you are submitting your application via Submission Form or E-Mail that you submit this form in person on the day of the interview or when you submit the Application Fee)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      -------> NYS DCJS - Volunteer Firefighter Inquiry Form <-------

For addition questions please reach out to us at JoinToday@montrosefire.com and a committee member will be in contact with you.