Pittsfield Fire Dept. Headquarters

Mission.......................................................................................

The mission of the Pittsfield Fire Department is to protect the lives and property of its citizens, while providing them a high quality of emergency and life safety services. It also provides medical services in cooperation with the private ambulance service within the city on a 24-hour a day basis.

In addition, the department provides inspection and code enforcement, public safety, fire prevention and they perform remedial actions at hazardous incidents, as well as provide mutual aid to surrounding communities, on an as needed basis.

 OPEN BURNING REGULATIONS

The Pittsfield Fire Department announces that the OPEN BURNING SEASON starts January 15 and ends May 1. A permit is required and can be obtained from any fire station. You must get a permit every day that you burn due to the changing weather conditions. Open burning must be a minimum of 75 feet from any building or structure. Burning hours are between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. only. Brush is the only material that is allowed to be burned. Grass, hay, leaves, stumps, tires, and any construction debris is strictly prohibited. If any of these materials is found to be burning it will be extinguished by the fire department. Remember that gasoline or any other flammabe fuel should not be used to start a fire. Use paper and dry kindling wood. A garden hose or other water source should be kept nearby. If you have any questions please ask any firefighter at the fire station while you are obtaining the permit. 

Department Configuration:

Today, The Pittsfield Fire Department consists of: Five (5) fire stations, the Chief, four (4) Deputy Chiefs, Nine (9) Captains, Thirteen (13) Lieutenants, Fifty-six (56) Fire Fighters, Four (4) Inspectors, and (5) Civilian personnel. The Pittsfield Fire Department has in place a well-planned and successful system of five strategically placed fire stations. It has always been, and will always remain the mission of the PFD to protect lives and property while averting tragedy. The Pittsfield Fire Department is a highly trained, highly skilled multifaceted emergency response group that is always prepared to face any challenge.

The PFD is here to serve the people of Pittsfield. Not only does the Pittsfield Fire Department fight fires, but it plays an active role in preventing fires, responds timely to prevent crisis situations, and saving lives. Whenever someone calls for help for any reason, the department is prepared, able, and willing to help.

Employment: The Massachusetts Human Resources Division will hold an open competetive examination for the position of firefighter. The exam will be held on April 26, 2008. The application deadline is March 15, 2008. You ca pick up an application at the Pittsfield Fire Department on Columbus Ave. or go on-line and the following link. http://mass.gov/?pageID=hrdtopic&L=2&sid=Ehrd&L0=Home&L1=Civil+Service

The following links are from Massachusetts Department of Fire Services

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