PRIDE | HONOR | TRADITION
CLAYMONT FIRE COMPANY
LIVE-IN PROGRAM
Established in 2008, the Claymont Fire Company Live-In program takes pride in being a successful stepping stone for building successful career firefighters, business owners, and technicians of various fields. In exchange for free living accommodations, the company requires that members perform station duties, attend trainings/meetings, and respond to emergency calls. Live-ins are able to be residents and receive mail at the station.
APPLY
REQUIREMENTS
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48 HOURS OF STAFFING PER WEEK
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FULL-TIME STUDENT OR EMPLOYED
18 YEARS OF AGE
POSSESSION OF A DIPLOMA OR GED
AMENITIES
COMMERCIAL
KITCHEN
- COMMERCIAL RANGE & OVEN
- 2 FRIDGES AND A FREEZER
- ALL UTENSILS, POTS, PANS, CUTTING BOARDS
- MICROWAVE & AIR FRIER
WORKOUT
ROOM
- BENCH PRESS
- TRAINING BENCHES
- DUMBELL SET
- TREADMILL
- OLYPTICAL
- BARBELLS
- STATIONARY BIKE
THEATER
- 12 RECLINERS
- 74" FLATSCREEN 4K TV
- GAMING SYSTEMS
LIVING ROOM
- DINING ROOM TABLE
- POOL TABLE
- TV
COMMERCIAL
BATHROOMS
- 4 SHOWERS
- 8 BATHROOMS/SINKS
- PRIVATE LOCKERS
GRILL & CAR WASH AREA
PERSONAL PANTRIES
HALLWAY LOUNGE
INCENTIVES
LIVE-IN FUNDS
A live-in fund provides live-ins with a monthly allowance to use at their discretion. Many live-ins put their funds toward gas, room upgrades and personal gear. This live-in fund is meant to support the members that staff the apparatus for over 48 hours a week.
ROOM UPGRADES
Each live-in is entitled to over two thousand dollars to update/upgrade their live-in room upon moving in. These updates include new carpets, paint, furniture, TV's, etc.
TUITON REIMBURSEMENT
Company tuition per semester is $1000. The company also offers other aid via DVFA Recruitment & Retention Grant which can be obtained at $2000 a semester for Under Graduates and $1000 for Masters.
STIPEND PROGRAM
Live-ins also can accumulate stipend points. Each point is equal to its dollar amount. Live-ins will earn 2 points per call responded to while staffing. Live-ins will also earn .5 a point per hour staffed. Staffing points are earned after the monthly minimum of 192 Hrs (24Hrs x 4 weeks). Live-ins can be credited by these points toward any purchase they request.
2025 LIVE-INS
CAPTAIN CRIPPS
Hometown: Wildwood, NJ
Nick Cripps was born and raised in a fire service family, starting his fire service career in North Wildwood, NJ at the age of 15. After joining Claymont, Nick completed FF1, FF2, Haz-Mat Ops and his EMT. Nick is currently on the New Castle County USAR team and currently works as a career FF/EMT in New Castle County.
FF/EMT OFORI-AGYEKUM
Hometown: Claymont, DE
Kofi, a local to the Claymont area, joined at the age of 16. Kofi has completed his FF1, FF2, Hazmat Ops and EMT since joining in 2019. Kofi is now working as a career FF/EMT in New Castle County.
FF CARNEY
Hometown: New Brunswick, NJ
Dan started his fire service career with East Brunswick Fire District #1 in 2018 where he obtained his Firefighter 1 with the Monmouth County Fire Academy the following year. Dan joined the Claymont Fire Company with the goal of progressing his career in emergency services. He currently works as a Dispatcher at the New Castle County Communications Center.
FF/EMT STRAUB
Hometown: Havertown, PA
Mike became a Claymont Live-in after completing highschool with hopes of becoming a better fireman. From his hometown company of Oakmont Fire Company Mike obtained pro board Fire 1, Hazmat ops and vehicle rescue certifications. Mike works part-time in NJ working to become a career FF/EMT.
FF/EMT TRAUGER
Hometown: Pedtricktown, NJ
Robert started in the fire service with Pedricktown NJ in 2020 and completed the Salem County Fire Academy FF1 program. He officially joined the Claymont Fire Company in 2021 to gain more experience and to persue a career in Fire/EMS. Rob currently works as a full-time FF/EMT for the Elsmere Fire Company & part time at Minquas Fire Company.
FF/EMT Kline
Hometown: Chews Landing, NJ
Tony started his career in NJ attending Camden County, where he earned his FF1/2, Hazmat, and Special Operations certifications. He joined Claymont in 2023 as a general member and soon after became a live-in. He obtained his EMT certification while living at Claymont. He has now accepted a full-time job offer at the Christiana Fire Company.
FF/EMT HOLLIS
Hometown: Wilmington, DE
Savion began his fire service career at Claymont in 2022. Shortly after becoming a live-in member, he obtained his EMT certification. Savion is currently a full-time FF/EMT in New Castle County.
FF/EMT MACCORMAC
Hometown: Claymont, DE
Bill grew up in Claymont and joined the company in 2021 while attending DeSales University. After joining, Bill completed FF1, FF2, Driver/Operator, Confined Space Technician, and Swift Water Rescue Technician certifications. Shortly after earning his degree, he moved into Claymont and began his career as a full-time FF/EMT within the county. He now works full-time in Chester County, PA.
FF/EMT MAY
Hometown: Unionville, PA
Josh began his fire service career in 2019 at Po-Mar-Lin Fire Company, where he still actively serves. He joined Claymont Fire Company in December 2021, and in October 2023, Josh became a career FF/EMT for Fairfax County, Virginia. He also serves as a Corporal in the United States Marine Corps Reserve as a Machine Gun Squad Leader. He now works full-time in Chester County, PA.
FF/EMT SANTINI
Hometown: Vineland, NJ
Anthony started his career in the fire service with the East Vineland Fire Company in 2018 and joined the City of Vineland as a volunteer firefighter in 2019 to continue to grow his certifications. In 2021, he joined Claymont Fire Company to grow and gain more experience. He currently works in construction while working part-time as a FF/EMT in new castle county
FF/EMT CONLIN
Hometown: Stone Harbor, NJ
Peter's entire life has been spent around a firehouse, following in his fathers footsteps becoming a volunteer in Stone Harbor in 2016. He gained his FF1, FF2, NREMT, Rope Rescue Tech, Open Water Rescue Ops and his Fire Inspector license. Peter then transferred into a career position at Stone Harbor in 2021 before moving into Claymont and accepting a career position at Talleyville.
FF/EMT WRIGHT
Hometown: Shrewsbury, PA
Brandon previously served as a live-in firefighter in Lancaster County, PA for three years before joining Claymont to surround himself with motivated, like-minded firemen and gain additional experience. He has since obtained his EMT certification and is now pursuing a career as a full-time FF/EMT.
FF/EMT NEWTON
Hometown: Wilmington, DE
Cody joined Claymont in 2023 with no prior experience and quickly earned his Firefighter I, II, and EMT certifications within his first year. Already a licensed pilot at 17, Cody plans to become a commercial airline pilot while continuing to volunteer at Claymont. He currently works part-time in New Castle County.
FF Marsico
Hometown: Aspinwall, PA
Bennett began his fire service career with the Aspinwall Fire Department, following in his father’s footsteps. After earning his FF1 and FF2 certifications, he joined the Claymont Fire Company to gain more experience with the goal of pursuing a career in emergency services.
PAST 2020's LIVE-INS
FF/EMT LIPPERT
Career: Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire, PA
Years: 2022 - 2024
FF/EMT TANLER
Career: Charlotte Fire, SC
Years: 2020-2024
FF/EMT DEMARESKI
Career: Field Engineer
Years: 2022-2023
FF MATHEWS
Career: Industrial Technician
Years: 2015-2021
FF/EMT LEHMANN
Career: Concordville Fire Company, PA
Years: 2022 - 2023
FF FERGUSON
Career:
Years: 2020 - 2021, and 2023
FF/EMT IRHIN
Career: Emergency Planning Director
Years: 2019 - 2021, and 2023
FF MCNALLY
Career: Holly Springs Fire, NC
Years: 2019 - 2021
FF BUDD
Career: Industrial Mechanic
Years: 2019 - 2021
FF MCCARTHY
Career: Sales
Years: 2020 - 2021
FF MORGAN
Career: Welding Tech.
Years: 2020-2022
FF/EMT FOOTE
Career: Christiana Fire, DE
Years: 2019 - 2020
FF/EMT POWERS
Career: Millcreek Fire, DE
Years: 2017 - 2021
FF/EMT FANELLI
Career: Middletown Fire, DE
Years: 2019 - 2020
FF/EMT TANZELLA
Career: Fire Equipment Tech.
Years: 2016-2022
FF/EMT BOROI
Career: Five Points Fire, DE
Years: 2015 - 2020
