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The Franklin Fire Company has a long and proud history of serving and protecting the citizens of Chambersburg and the surrounding areas. To continue our mission, we are continually working to improve our service and effectiveness. At Station 4, we extend an open invitation to those with a passion for making a difference. We are actively seeking individuals who share our values, embody commitment, and are driven to contribute to the greater good. If you feel the call to serve, whether as a firefighter or a volunteer, we encourage you to explore the opportunities within our ranks.
To learn more about the fulfilling journey of becoming a part of Franklin Fire Company and contributing to the safety and well-being of our community, reach out to us through direct message or make a personal visit to our station. Request a membership application, and together, let’s write the next chapter in our storied history of service and protection.
Years In Service
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Safeguarding Lives & Property with Dedication
The Franklin Fire Company, Station 4 of Chambersburg, is dedicated to protecting life and property of the citizens and communities we serve. By providing fire safety, safety education, and fire prevention programs, as well as providing the mitigation of fire, medical, and related emergencies.
The goal of the Franklin Fire Company is to minimize loss of life and property for the communities in our coverage areas, which includes parts of Hamilton Township; Greene Township; Guilford Township; Letterkenny Townships; and the Borough of Chambersburg;, as well as assisting mutual aid area, from fires, natural disasters, life-threatening situations and to assist other emergency agencies.
The objective of the Franklin Fire Company is to perform these services in an efficient manner by maintaining effective fire prevention, emergency response, fire suppression and training.
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The Franklin Fire Company is dedicated to protecting our community through professional, volunteer-driven fire, rescue, and emergency services. By joining our department, you become part of a team committed to integrity, brotherhood, and safeguarding lives and property of those in our community.
Senior Member Application
Click the link to access our online Senior Membership Application for those that are 18 years of age and older. Form must be completed in full and a $10 non-refundable application fee is collected as well.
Junior Member Application
Click the link to access our online Junior Membership Application for those ages 14-17. Form must be completed in full along with parental signatures and applicable documents.
Senior Operational Members
We are always accepting new Operational Firefighters, including Interior and Exterior roles. Interior firefighters operate in hazardous environments to mitigate emergencies, while exterior firefighters support operations outside the hazard area by assisting with hose lines, ladders, and equipment.
The Franklin Fire Company Live-In Program is available to both male and female firefighters and includes private bunkrooms, showers, lockers, Wi-Fi, computer access, cable, a full kitchen, lounge, and gym.
Live-In Requirements:
• Active Franklin Fire Company member
• Stay at the firehouse 4 nights per week
• Assist with weekly cleaning
• Respond to calls while on station
• Age 18+
Senior Operational Support Staff
Operational Support Staff assist with fundraising, administrative work, and community events such as bingos, gun drawings, and school fire-prevention activities. While they do not respond to emergencies, their support is essential—fundraising helps keep our fire trucks on the road.
Junior Members (Ages 14-17)
Junior Members (ages 14–17) may join as Operational Junior Members or Operational Support Staff Junior Members.
Operational Junior Members respond to emergency scenes after completing required training and assist with essential tasks once the area has been deemed safe.
Operational Support Staff Junior Members assist with fundraising, administrative duties, and community events, supporting the department without responding to emergencies.
Junior members gain valuable experience, learn about the fire service, and play an important role as the future of our organization.
Senior Fire Police
Fire Police support emergency operations by directing traffic, securing scenes, and ensuring the safety of firefighters and the public during incidents, training, and community events. They play a vital role in maintaining order and safety while emergency crews do their work.
Any questions or concerns please reach out to our recruitment team at join@sta4.com
“Greene 31 to Franklin!”
At 10:30am, Crews had just sat down after returning from a crash on the interstate 81 (a vehicle struck a parked vehicle on the berm) when Greene 31 at the Mickey Inn Rd compost lot radioed an “industrial machine on fire”.
Sta.4 w/ 15, both engines & the squad arrived finding the tri-axel Vermeer wood shredder well involved with fire. Command requested Tanker 13 for extra water. Crews were able to control the fire in about 15 mins and stop it from involving any piles of mulch. The squad crew was also able to contain fuel & oil run off before it affected any nearby water ways.
The cause is believed to be the result of a faulty fuel pump and/or hydraulic line failure.
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🔥Franklin Fire Company Annual Awards Banquet🔥
On Saturday, January 10, 2026, we gathered to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of our members in 2025. It was a night filled with laughter, a few tears, heartfelt memories, our annual year-end video by Sgt. Adams, and funfilled end where members could let loose to close out a truly special evening.
🔥🎬 Year in Review 2025 by Sgt. Connor Adams: youtu.be/mZX6tXVDLyU?si=acvfKsHmppO4XLiJ
🏆 President’s Award (2025) was proudly presented to Norma & Barb Danklemann, sisters of our beloved Robert “Dank” Danklemann; a dedicated member since 1970 who we lost in 2025. This year also included the dedication of a special space in our station in his honor.
💚 We were honored to recognize Deb Hollenshead for her many years of support and advocacy for our department and community.
🏆 2025 Award Winners
• Station 4: Perry Goetz
• Firefighter of the Year: Payden Leonard
• Runner-Up: Robert Kozicki
• Fire Chief’s Award: Matthew Bigler
• Top Responder: Payden Miller
• Fire Policeman of the Year: Steve Ocker
• Junior Member of the Year: Jaylen Milsaps
• Rookie of the Year: Frank Barrientos
🏅 Top 15 Responders: Payden Miller, Dylan Panfili, Justin Verdier, Mark Trace, David Olson, Frank Barrientos, Matthew Bigler, Gabriel Reineman, Mathan Riley, Robert Kozicki, Connor Adams, Curtis Bryan, Payden Leonard, Justin Preisler
🏆 Special Fire Police: Josh Pogue, Steve Ocker, Kevin Kramer, Max Bower, John DiStefano, Brian Oliver, Jill Oliver, James Monskie, Zachary High, and Dakota Goshorn
🕯️ We also took time to honor and remember those we lost in 2025: Robert Danklemann, David Cooper, Dennis Cump, Gary Negley, Gary Gelsinger, Charles Keefer Jr., James Umbrell, and Rodney Ordway.
🔥 And of course… a Franklin tradition-the friendly “burning” of those who may have had some mishaps along the way in 2025: Dylan Panfili, Payden Miller, Matthew Bigler, Jaylen Milsaps, Gabe Reineman, Payden Leonard
As always thank you to Fannettsburg Inn and Eric Patterson of Power Company Entertainment; along with West End FD and Saxton FD for standby coverage.
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Engine Takes 1st Due for “Smoke Inside”
30 mins into the fire on E King St, Franklin 911 dispatched a 2nd 1-01 box to the unit block of S Main St in Chambersburg.
Engine 45 arrived positioning 1st due taking their own hydrant, reporting a 3 story ordinary with nothing evident. The caller stated they had smoke coming from the vents/light ballast on the 2nd floor. Crews investigated for 45 mins, eventually finding a faulty HVAC system.
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🔥House Fire in Chambersburg w/ FF MAYDAY🔥
At 10:14am, Squad 41 & Truck 42 responded to the 300blk of E King St in Chambersburg for a house fire. Co.1 & Sta4 arrived during dispatch finding a 2 story single family wood frame with smoke showing. One occupant was removed from a window via a portable ground ladder by Co.1 initial crews. Squad 41 entered finding fire on 1st & 2nd floor. While conducting their search, 41 reported hoarding conditions and multiple holes in the floor on all levels. Initially thought to be a house under renovations, this was found to be not true, it was the everyday condition of the structure. Searches proved negative.
Truck 42 gained position in the rear and was able to ladder the roof. With no vertical ventilation needed, crews went inside and assisted with opening up.
During the search operation, a member of Squad 41 fell through a 2nd floor hole into the 1st floor and onto another fireman. Capt 1, on the 2nd floor, immediately radioed a MAYDAY for the members involved. The MAYDAY was just as quick cancelled as the members were able to quickly exit at a nearby door. An accountability check was completed and members resumed firefighting efforts. All members were evaluated, uninjured and went back to work.
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Any information shall be obtained by contacting the Borough of Chambersburg FD!
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