Charlton Fire Department - MA

05/29/2026

We’re Hiring!

The Charlton Fire Department is looking to fill six Firefighter positions as we work to increase staffing to seven firefighters per shift.

Firefighter/Paramedics are preferred.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing department that is strongly supported by the Town of Charlton through continued investment in additional personnel, equipment, apparatus, and facilities. Our department is committed to providing high-quality fire, rescue, and emergency medical services to the community we proudly serve.

Applications and the full job posting can be found at the link below: https://www.townofcharlton.net/472/Employment-Opportunities

05/29/2026

This morning, Charlton Firefighters were proud to greet students at Heritage School for High Five Friday as part of our Community Engagement Program.

It was a great way to start the day, connect with the children, and share some positive energy with the school community.

Thank you to Heritage School for having us!

05/28/2026

Final exam night for our CERT volunteers!

Tonight, 19 individuals from five different communities are completing their final CERT exercise after committing countless hours to training and preparing to serve their communities during times of disaster.

For tonight’s final exam, participants are putting their skills to the test in a mock disaster scenario involving a major incident in Charlton and surrounding communities. The scenario includes multiple building collapses, several structure fires, blocked roadways, limited communications, and emergency resources already tied up throughout the area.

This exercise is designed to challenge the team’s ability to organize, communicate, assess hazards, perform basic search and rescue, provide disaster medical support, and work together under realistic emergency conditions.

We are proud of their commitment, dedication, and willingness to step forward to help their communities when they are needed most.

05/28/2026

Charlton Firefighters were excited to be invited to participate in Field Day activities at Charlton Elementary School today!

Crews set up two interactive fire safety stations for the students. At one station, students rotated through the fire safety education trailer, where they reviewed home escape planning, the importance of having two ways out, and other important fire safety messages.

At the second station, students had the chance to use a fire hose and spray water at a fire target, giving them a fun hands-on experience with our firefighters.

We always enjoy spending time with the students and appreciate the opportunity to make fire safety education fun, interactive, and memorable. Included some drone photos that were taken by one of our drone pilots who was finishing up another project in the area.

Thank you to Charlton Elementary School for inviting us!

05/27/2026

05/25/2026

Charlton Fire Department was honored to participate in today’s Memorial Day Parade.

We were proud to stand alongside our community as we remembered and honored the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

A special thank you to the Charlton Police Department motorcycle unit for leading us through the parade route and to everyone who came out to show their support.

Today, and every day, we remember.

05/25/2026

Today, the Charlton Fire Department pauses to honor and remember the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

Memorial Day is more than the unofficial start of summer. It is a solemn reminder of the courage, devotion, and sacrifice of those who gave their lives defending the freedoms we are privileged to enjoy every day.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the families who carry the loss of their loved ones and to all who continue to honor their memory.

May we never forget their sacrifice.

05/24/2026

The Charlton Fire Department extends our heartfelt condolences to the family of Boston Firefighter Robert Kilduff Jr., the members of Rescue Company 2, and the entire Boston Fire Department.

A loss like this is felt far beyond one firehouse or one city. It is felt across the fire service and throughout the Commonwealth. We stand with our brothers and sisters in Boston during this incredibly difficult time and keep Firefighter Kilduff’s family, friends, and fellow firefighters in our thoughts and prayers.

05/23/2026

As we close out EMS Week, the Charlton Fire Department would like to recognize and thank the dedicated men and women of Charlton Fire who serve our community each and every day.

Their commitment to providing compassionate, professional, and high-quality emergency medical care makes a difference in the lives of our residents and visitors alike. Whether responding to medical emergencies, supporting patients and families, or working behind the scenes to ensure readiness, their service reflects the very best of Charlton Fire.

We are proud of our team and grateful for their continued dedication to the citizens of Charlton.

Thank you for all that you do.

05/23/2026

Charlton E-2 and C-2 responding mutual aid Town of Oxford for reported 2nd alarm structure fire on Thayer Pond Drive. UPDATE: Crew was assigned as the RIT Team, they softened the building by putting multiple ground ladders up to windows and shut off utilities for the crews as they operated inside.