Petersburg Professional Fire Fighters Association

07/14/2025

🚒 🔥 PETERSBURG FIRE IS HIRING — STEP INTO A DEPARTMENT BUILT ON TRADITION, PRIDE & PROGRESSION 🔥 🚒

The City of Petersburg Department of Fire, Rescue & Emergency Services is moving forward. The city’s investing in us — upgrading our tools, growing our staffing, and pushing for the kind of aggressive, skilled fire service this job was built on.

We’re looking for pre-certified firefighters who want to be part of an old-school, hard-working department that’s embracing change and growing stronger every year.

💰 Starting pay: $64,821 plus solid benefits.
This is a department where you’ll be expected to work, to train, and to hold the line — not just ride a seat.

Minimum requirements:
✅ VDFP or Pro Board Firefighter II
✅ EVOC III, Hazmat Ops
✅ Virginia EMT-B, NREMT or reciprocity
✅ Valid Virginia driver’s license (or ability to get it)

If you’ve paid your dues and want to keep sharpening your craft in a city that’s backing its fire service, Petersburg has a spot for you.

🔥 “Old school grit. New school growth. Get on board.” 🔥

👉 Apply now:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/petersburg.gov

The fires are still burning, the city’s on the move — and we’re not slowing down.
Come help us set the standard.

Petersburg Engine 2 & Truck 1 Petersburg VA Petersburg Engine 3 The Wild West End Petersburg The 4 House Petersburg Fire Support 6

04/03/2025

03/27/2025

The acquisition, valued at nearly $10 million, includes three engines and two ladder trucks, funded by the city’s new casino revenues.

03/19/2025

March 19, 1982 Sergeant Mike Goff made the ultimate sacrifice at a building fire on Franklin street in Petersburg. Mike was a 8 year veteran of the Petersburg Fire Department and assigned as the Sergeant of Truck 2 the night of the incident.

The initial call was received around 6:30pm for smoke coming from the basement of a building at 101 N. Sycamore street. A second alarm was called when Initial crews arrived and realized that the fire had already engulfed a large part of the building causing civilians to be trapped on the upper floors.

As crews worked to rescue a lady trapped on a 3rd floor balcony, Sergeant Goff was in the alley off Franklin street attempting to force entry to the building.

Suddenly, a series of gas explosions occurred in the basement causing the building to collapse, burying Sergeant Goff under the debris. It wasn’t until 2am the following night that crews located Mike’s body and he was removed by members the Petersburg Fire Department

It was a horrific day in the history of the Petersburg Fire Department. Not only did the department lose one of their own, 30 firefighters were injured and one civilian was killed as a result of the explosion.

Please take a moment to remember the brave men, and the selfless sacrifice Sergeant Goff made 43 years ago to protect the citizens he was sworn to serve.

03/15/2025

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the City of Petersburg City Manager, Mayor, and City Council for their commitment to the safety of our community and the well-being of our firefighters. Their recent approval of the purchase of Three (3) Pierce Enforcer Engines, One (1) Pierce Enforcer Tractor-Drawn Aerial, and One (1) Pierce Enforcer Mid-Mount Platform is a significant investment in both public safety and the resources needed to support our dedicated fire service professionals.

A special thank you to Fire Chief Wayne Hoover for his unwavering leadership and support. His efforts in advancing our department ensure that we continue to move forward, grow stronger, and serve our community with the highest level of preparedness.
Together, these investments will enhance our ability to respond swiftly and effectively to emergencies, and we are truly grateful for the ongoing support of our city leadership and Fire Chief Hoover in ensuring the safety and success of our department. Thank you!

Another big thank you to the members of the three different apparatus committees for their dedication, both on and off shift, in designing these trucks to meet the unique needs of our city.

12/21/2024

Local 2773 would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to our brothers and sisters across the river for the loss of their brother. The bonds we form on the job are like no other. Rest easy LT.

11/21/2024

11/06/2024

It is with heavy hearts that we stand alongside our brothers and sisters in blue as we mourn the loss of a dedicated police officer who has served our community with courage and integrity. We send our deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers to his family, friends, and the entire law enforcement community during this difficult time. His commitment to protecting and serving will never be forgotten. Please join us in honoring his memory and keeping his loved ones in our thoughts. Rest in peace, brother.

Petersburg The 4 House Petersburg Engine 3 The Wild West End Petersburg Engine 2 & Truck 1

10/18/2024