• At least 16 years of age
• No training required for new members 
• Complete application to include full criminal background check 
• Completion of Firefighter I or Maryland EMT-Basic within 18 months of membership and both (except EMS-only and Administrative members) within 36 months
• Participation in our duty shift program and one on one of our fundraising teams.
• Attendance at monthly meetings and occasional special events

OBVFD provides an incredible atmosphere with state-of-the-art apparatus and equipment and these benefits that come with being part of the HVFD team ...

• Free Training: All firefighting, rescue and emergency medical training is provided

• Retirement: Length of Service Award Program (LOSAP)

• Scholarships: for college students through county and state organizations

• Tax Break: $3,500 Maryland state tax break incentive for volunteers

• Team: A great sense of community and serving a good cause

• Incentives: Free uniforms, duty shift incentive program

• Leadership: Opportunities for advancement and responsibility on both the operational and administrative side of the OBVFD

• Family: Comradarie and lifelong friendships

• Fitness: Fitness equipment use including treadmill and weight center

• Internet Access: Work from the firehouse while you volunteer! High speed Interent access network

• And So Much More