NSFD
 
Become a Firefighter · EMT · Rescue Volunteer

Your Community Needs You.

No Experience Required. Training Provided.

The North Syracuse Fire Department is a volunteer, municipal fire, rescue, and EMS agency serving the Village of North Syracuse and surrounding communities. We're always looking for dedicated individuals — no experience required.

Apply Today → How It Works

Ways to Get Involved

More than one way to serve. Find the role that fits your life.

  • Firefighter Suppression, search & rescue. Firefighter I & II certification provided.
  • EMT / Medical Be the first medical responder on every call.
  • Bunk-In (Students) Live at the firehouse while you earn your degree.
  • Support Staff Admin, logistics, and community outreach roles.
See How to Join →

Questions? Call (315) 458-1920 or stop by 109 Chestnut St.

1913
Year Founded
5
Pieces of Apparatus
Fire + EMS
Dual Capability
100%
Volunteer Staffed

Explore the Department

Find What You're
Looking For.

Quick links to the parts of the site people reach for most — our history, leadership, programs, and resources.

🏛️ Our History More than a century of service to North Syracuse, from 1913 to today. Read More → ⭐ Leadership Meet the officers and command staff who lead the department. Meet the Team → 🏠 Bunk-In Program Live-in opportunity for students to gain real fire and EMS experience. Learn More → 📋 Resources Safety information, forms, and helpful links for the community. View Resources → 🚒 Join Us No experience required. Free certified training. Become a volunteer. Get Started → 📣 Follow Us Calls, events, and announcements as they happen on Facebook. Open Facebook →
 

Latest from NSFD

News & Updates.

Follow along with calls, training, community events, and announcements. Our Facebook page is the fastest way to see what the department is up to — updated straight from the firehouse.

  • Event notices and community outreach
  • Recruitment drives and open-house dates
  • Safety tips and seasonal reminders
  • Department milestones and recognitions
Visit Our Facebook Page →

Our Fleet

Our Apparatus

Seven pieces of fire and rescue apparatus keep North Syracuse protected around the clock.

North Syracuse Engine 1

Engine 1

Primary attack pumper

North Syracuse Engine 6

Engine 6

Pumper for structural firefighting

North Syracuse Engine 8

Engine 8

Pumper/tanker: 1,000-gallon tank for rural water supply

North Syracuse Truck 1

Truck 1

95' aerial platform for rescue & elevated operations

North Syracuse Rescue 1

Rescue 3

Light rescue, EMS, or utility response unit

North Syracuse Rescue 7

Rescue 7

Heavy rescue for extrication & technical rescue

North Syracuse Squad

Squad

Versatile support, utility, or light rescue role

 

Get Involved

Your Community
Needs You.

The North Syracuse Fire Department is always looking for dedicated volunteers — firefighters, EMTs, drivers, and support staff. No experience required, and we fund 100% of your state-certified training.

See How to Join → Bunk-In Program

Why Volunteer?

  • Free state-certified Fire & EMS training
  • Flexible schedule that fits your life
  • Career pathways in fire, EMS & more
  • A second family that has your back
 

Serving North
Syracuse Since
1913.

Over 110 years of service, protection, and community. Reach out, follow along, or step up to volunteer.

Become a Volunteer → Follow on Facebook

Station Address

109 Chestnut St., North Syracuse, NY 13212

Non-Emergency Phone

(315) 458-1920

Serving Since

1913 · 110+ Years