West Lanham Hills Volunteer Fire Department

Lanham, MD

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The West Lanham Hills VFD is always looking for motivated and dedicated individuals to help us in our mission to save lives and protect property.

We are located just minutes from the University of Maryland at College Park, George Washington University, Georgetown University and Howard University as well as Prince Georges Community College and Montgomery County Community College.

Great leadership, great training and the best firefighting experience the world has to offer can be found right here in the Hills of West Lanham. We have all the amenities necessary to call this firehouse home. Newly renovated living quarters, 2 T.V. rooms, 5 bathrooms, a laundry room and a large kitchen & dining area as well as a conference room, admin offices and a watch office. The station is outfitted with exercise equipment, firehouse furniture, HD TVs, cable and Wi-Fi.

Benefits of becoming a Volunteer not only include becoming part of an elite crew and gaining the best experience that the world has to offer…

  • No experience necessary.
  • Gain experience and possibly move on to emergency service jobs in surrounding jurisdictions. Members have went on to become firemen at various departments around the country including Washington DC, Baltimore City, Wilmington, Fairfax County, and many other departments.
  • Community Service: Ideal for students
  • Fitness Equipment: Weight Bench, Free Weights, and Basketball Courts.
  • Quick Access to the Metro: Two blocks from the orange line, Amtrack, and Marc.
  • Scholarships: Available county and state-wide.
  • College Credits: In fire service curriculum.
  • Up to $3500 in tax benefits
  • LOSAP Retirement Program
  • Free Gear and Uniforms: Full set of PPE (Helmet, Coat, Pants, Gloves, Nomex Hood, and Boots)
  • Free Training: Firefighter, Rescue, Emergency Medical Training, and other related courses.
  • Free Room and Board: Become a live-in firefighter. Ideal for college students, and anyone looking for separate male / female living areas. Full kitchen, laundry, lounge / day room. Equipped with Cable, HDTV, PS3/Xbox, Wi-Fi.
  • Become part of a Brotherhood that you will find in no place else in the world.

Basic Membership Requirements:

  • Must be at least 16 years of age.
  • Must complete application and background check.
  • Must pass physical examination
  • Must complete Firefighter 1  & EMT-B within 18 months of joining.
  • Must participate at least one day/night per week.
  • Must attend monthly meetings and drills.

Live-In Membership Requirements:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must complete application and background check.
  • Must pass physical examination.
  • Must have Firefighter 1
  • Must obtain EMT-B certification within 6 months of becoming a Live-In.
  • Must work or attend school.
  • Must commit to a minimum 4 days/nights per week.
  • Must attend monthly meetings and drills.

If this sounds like something your interested in, stop by one of our firehouses and speak to one of our Volunteer Officers or send an email to WLHVolunteers@gmail.com and include "28 Volunteer" in the subject.WLHVolunteers@gmail.com
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Jan 16

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Engine 281 goes first due to the 5600 Block of Duchaine Drive for fire showing from the rear of the house. #WLHVFD

Engine 281 goes first due to the 5600 Block of Duchaine Drive for fire showing from the rear of the house. #WLHVFD ...

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Jan 5

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We regret to announce that Fire Chief Nick Finamore of the Allentown Volunteer Fire Department has passed.  Nick passed this morning due to complications of Covid-19.

We regret to announce that Fire Chief Nick Finamore of the Allentown Volunteer Fire Department has passed. Nick passed this morning due to complications of Covid-19. ...

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Nov 17

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We regret to inform our membership that Fire Chaplain Father Elliot Nitz of the West Lanham Hills Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad has passed away.  Father Nitz was a member of the Society of the Divine Savior Salvatorians, a former parish priest, retreat director, novice director, emergency medical technician, swimming teacher and hospital chaplain. For two decades Father Nitz served as our Chaplain before retiring. He was an active member and EMT on our ambulance for over a decade and was a Life Member.  Father Nitz was known for mentoring members and offering community outreach in the neighborhood.

We regret to inform our membership that Fire Chaplain Father Elliot Nitz of the West Lanham Hills Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad has passed away. Father Nitz was a member of the Society of the Divine Savior Salvatorians, a former parish priest, retreat director, novice director, emergency medical technician, swimming teacher and hospital chaplain. For two decades Father Nitz served as our Chaplain before retiring. He was an active member and EMT on our ambulance for over a decade and was a Life Member. Father Nitz was known for mentoring members and offering community outreach in the neighborhood. ...

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West Lanham Volunteer Fire Department regrets to announce the passing of Chairman Emeritus of the Prince George's County Fire Commission Joseph Robison.  Joe passed away this morning, November 10, 2020, surrounded by his family.

Please keep Joann and the Robison's family, the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department and the Laurel Volunteer Rescue Squad in your thoughts and prayers.

West Lanham Volunteer Fire Department regrets to announce the passing of Chairman Emeritus of the Prince George's County Fire Commission Joseph Robison. Joe passed away this morning, November 10, 2020, surrounded by his family.

Please keep Joann and the Robison's family, the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department and the Laurel Volunteer Rescue Squad in your thoughts and prayers.
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West Lanham Hills Fire Department
PO Box 1348
Lanham, MD 20706

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