Become a Member

Serve your community with pride and purpose


Join the Stroud Township Volunteer Fire Department and make a real difference when it matters most.

Congratulations! You have already taken the first step in becoming a member of the Stroud Township Volunteer Fire Department by visiting this page. Just a few more steps and you can experience the pride of serving your community.


We are always looking for volunteers who are ready to step up and make an impact.


If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call any one of us from the contact page, Call (570) 421-1131 and Press 1, Email volunteer@stroudfire.com or stop by our Arlington station any Monday evening at 7:00 pm and ask for an officer. We would be happy to help you!

Application Instructions

Thank you for your interest in joining the Stroud Township Volunteer Fire Department. Please take a moment to review the steps below to complete your application process.


Steps to Apply


  1. Download and complete the required documents and send to the addresses listed on the forms
  2. Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance
  3. Request for Criminal Record Check
  4. Once you have received your criminal background check from the Pennsylvania State Police and your child abuse history clearance, please fill out the application form below and attach the documents.
  5. A member of our department will be in contact with you following application submission.

In Person Submission

Bring all required documents to:
Stroud Township Volunteer Fire Department – Arlington Station
Located off Firehouse Lane, adjacent to Stroud Mall and directly behind Raymour & Flanigan


Submission Time:
Monday evenings between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM

Oath of Firemen

“Not only are the labors of a Fireman dangerous, they are also honorable. Among honorable services rendered to others, few are classed above those of a Volunteer Fireman. Our services are not rendered for our personal benefit nor merely for the benefit of our friends, but often for persons whom we scarcely know, and sometimes entire strangers. It is the duty of every Fireman to fight to the full extent of his power every fire within his jurisdiction, whether it is the property of a friend, stranger, or foe.”

1. Required Documents

The following documents must be completed and submitted as part of your application process:

Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance

Request for Criminal Record Check

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2. Membership Application

Please complete the form below to apply for membership with the Stroud Township Volunteer Fire Department.

Basic Information

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Residency

Are you a resident of Stroud Township
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Previous Experience

Have you ever been a member of another fire department
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Commitment Acknowledgements

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Physical Fitness

Are you physically fit to perform the duties of a firefighter
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Employment Information

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Would your employer object to you answering alarms during working hours
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Driver Information

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Authorizations

By submitting this application, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

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Have you ever been convicted of arson
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Affidavit Statement

I, the undersigned applicant, hereby certify that all information provided in my application for membership with the Stroud Township Volunteer Fire Department is true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge.


I understand that any false statements, omissions, or misrepresentations may result in the rejection of my application or termination of membership if discovered at a later date.


I agree to comply with all rules, regulations, and requirements of the Stroud Township Volunteer Fire Department.

Final Confirmation

I certify that all information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

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