MEMBERSHIP
STATION 13 IS FIRE STAFFED BY VOLUNTEERS 24/7/365 WHO CROSS-STAFF THE ENGINE, TOWER, AND RESCUE. MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS ALLOW FOR WEEKEND, SEASONAL, AND OUT-OF-STATE MEMBERSHIP.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Step 1
Complete the Ride-Along Form
Step 2
Pre-Ride Along Interview
Step 3
Complete 2 Ride Alongs
Step 4
Receive and Complete The Application Packet
MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES
LIVE-IN PROGRAM
Consisting of 14 private bunk rooms, the live-in program allows firefighters looking to gain more experience a financially effective living arrangements. Our live-ins are encouraged to progress their careers and continue to attend county/state training.
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP
Our membership requirements allow in/out of state members to staff the station and attend training on their schedule. Out of state members come from NY, PA, VA, NJ, MD, FL and CO to ride. Our shifts are 6 hour blocks, completely up to you.
MEMBERSHIP INCENTIVES
STIPEND PROGRAM
All members obtain incentives to staff the firehouse and respond to incidents. The stipend program is based on a point system where points can be exchanged for college tuition reimbursement, gift cards, phone payments, groceries and furniture for your live-in room.
TUITION 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.
TAX REFUND
Active members are provided with a DE state tax credit of $1,000 per year.
HOME BUYERS PROGRAM
Active members are provided with a one-time $5,000 check from the state of DE for a first-time home purchase.