Pittsburgh Fire Fighters

06/23/2026

One month ago Local 1 VP testified before the senate about this exact issue and it has since gained international traction! Read more below ⬇️

Fire departments across the U.S. and Canada are waiting years — sometimes four and a half — for new fire trucks, and paying double or triple what

06/23/2026

Registration is now open for the 5th annual Girls Fire Camp!

This five day long camp will help girls 14 to 18-years-old explore a career as a firefighter.
▪️ FREE
▪️ August 10-14
▪️ Ebenezer Baptist Church (2001 Wylie Avenue)
▪️ Girls 14 to 18-years-old
▪️ Open to City of Pittsburgh AND non-City of Pittsburgh residents
▪️ Only 25 spots available! Claim your place today. The final deadline to apply is June 26th.

Scan the QR Code on the flyer or click here to apply ➡️ https://bit.ly/4adUN1F

06/10/2026

On Monday June 8, 2026, Vice President Tim Leech testified before the PA Senate regarding the rising cost and delivery times of fire apparatus. This issue has become a national public safety crisis.

https://www.pasenategop.com/news/vets-060826/

06/05/2026

Congratulations to our newly promoted Officers! Your hard work and perseverance is greatly appreciated.

Battalion Chief:
Kenneth Walz

Captain:
Joshua Colbert
Stephen Williams

Lieutenant:
Cash Cortazzo
William Russell

05/31/2026

https://www.pittsburghpa.gov/Safety/Fire/Firefighter-Recruitment

Pittsburgh Fire Career Showcase – Meet the firefighters who serve our city every day!

Join us at the City of Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire Career Showcase!
Come explore what it means to serve your community as a Pittsburgh Firefighter.

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Police & Fire Training Academy, 1395 Washington Blvd, Pittsburgh PA 15206

Experience an afternoon of interactive, behind the scenes activities, including:
🔥 Station Life Demonstrations
🔥 Medical Station: blood pressure checks + hands only CPR
🔥 Live Demonstrations from our firefighters
🔥 Specialty Units on display
🔥 Apparatus Showcase featuring engines, trucks, and rescue equipment
🔥 Food trucks, community resources, and more!

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Whether you're exploring a new career or simply want to learn more about the Bureau of Fire, this event is for you.

Don’t miss it—your future in fire service starts here.

Join us and take your first step toward becoming a Pittsburgh Firefighter.
Visit Joinpghfire.com and subscribe for alerts about job openings.

05/28/2026

🔥 SAVE THE DATE! 🔥

Join Fire & Iron MC Station 6 for the 16th Annual Children’s Burn Ride on Saturday, May 30th, 2026 — rain or shine! 🏍️

This annual charity ride benefits West Penn Children’s Burn Camp and UPMC Mercy Children’s Burn Unit, helping support children and families affected by burn injuries.

📍 West View V.F.W.
386 Perry Highway
West View, PA 15229

🕘 Registration: 9:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.
🏍️ Kickstands Up: 11:00 a.m.

Rider: $20
Passenger: $10

For information or early registration:
📧 [email protected]

05/28/2026

Pittsburgh Fire Career Showcase – Meet the firefighters who serve our city every day!

Join us at the City of Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire Career Showcase!
Come explore what it means to serve your community as a Pittsburgh Firefighter.

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Police & Fire Training Academy, 1395 Washington Blvd, Pittsburgh PA 15206

Experience an afternoon of interactive, behind the scenes activities, including:
🔥 Station Life Demonstrations
🔥 Medical Station: blood pressure checks + hands only CPR
🔥 Live Demonstrations from our firefighters
🔥 Specialty Units on display
🔥 Apparatus Showcase featuring engines, trucks, and rescue equipment
🔥 Food trucks, community resources, and more!

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Whether you're exploring a new career or simply want to learn more about the Bureau of Fire, this event is for you.

Don’t miss it—your future in fire service starts here.

Join us and take your first step toward becoming a Pittsburgh Firefighter.
Visit Joinpghfire.com and subscribe for alerts about job openings.

05/28/2026

05/25/2026

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