Respond to fires, vehicle accidents, rescues and other emergencies across Denville alongside a tight-knit crew.

Great fit if: you like hands-on, physical work, thrive under pressure and want to learn real-world skills.

Training: all training is paid for and provided. No experience needed.

Time commitment: one weekly maintenance night and one monthly training night, plus the calls you're available for. Interior firefighting starts at age 18.

Provide emergency medical care to neighbors on their worst day, responding on the department's ambulances.

Great fit if: you're calm, caring and interested in medicine, nursing, or healthcare careers.

Training: all training is paid for and provided. No experience needed.

Time commitment: one weekly maintenance night and one monthly training night, plus the calls you're available for. EMTs must be 18 or older.

Get a head start on the fire service or EMS while you're still in high school.

Great fit if: you're curious about firefighting or healthcare, want real-world experience and like being part of a team.

What to know: juniors take part in supervised training and prepare for full membership. Age, school performance and parental consent requirements apply, and activities are limited and closely supervised for safety.