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Massachusetts Fire Departments

Strong urban fire tradition with comprehensive EMS transport services.

Boston hiring cadets and lateral firefighter positions for 2025.

Showing all 4 departments in Massachusetts.
Department breakdown
Total departments4
Municipal4

Boston Fire Department

Municipal

Boston, Massachusetts

  • Stations: 33+ coverage
  • Staffing: 1,500 career firefighters
  • Specialty units: Urban search and rescue, marine operations, technical rescue
  • Established: 1678
📞 (617) 343-3550🌐 Official site

Worcester Fire Department

Municipal

Worcester, Massachusetts

  • Stations: 9+ coverage
  • Staffing: 450 career firefighters
  • Specialty units: Technical rescue, hazmat operations, EMS first response
📞 (508) 799-8911🌐 Official site

Springfield Fire Department

Municipal

Springfield, Massachusetts

  • Stations: 11+ coverage
  • Staffing: 350 career firefighters
  • Specialty units: Technical rescue, hazmat team, community outreach
📞 (413) 787-6900🌐 Official site

Cambridge Fire Department

Municipal

Cambridge, Massachusetts

  • Stations: 9+ coverage
  • Staffing: 280 career firefighters
  • Specialty units: High-rise response, hazmat operations, EMS transport
📞 (617) 349-4900🌐 Official site

About Massachusetts Fire Departments

Massachusetts has 4 featured fire departments ranging from large metropolitan agencies to smaller volunteer organizations. These departments serve communities across the state with diverse operational needs and specialties.

The state's fire service includes approximately 74% of departments that operate as combination or volunteer organizations, reflecting the strong tradition of community-based emergency services throughout Massachusetts.

Strong urban fire tradition with comprehensive EMS transport services. Many departments are actively recruiting and expanding their capabilities to meet growing community needs.