Local 1951

About The M.F.D.

         We are located on the east central coast of Florida. With over 125 actives members we proudly protect the lives and property of over 70,000 citizens in the 33 square miles that comprise the  City of Melbourne. We provide fire protection, advanced life support (ALS) medical rescue, water rescue as well as fire prevention programs to our citizens. We operate 8 Engine Companies, 1 Truck Company, 7 ALS Squads, 2 Crash Trucks, 3 Brush Trucks, 1 Tanker, and 1 Fire Boat. The City has seven fire stations and one fire/crash rescue station. We are a 100% paid professional fire department. Our stations are strategically located to assure an average response time anywhere within our city limits of less than 4 minutes. Please feel free and download a job application if you are interested in becoming a member of one of Florida's premier fire departments.