Engine Company Three, the Student Volunteer Force of the Amherst Fire Department
Every night, from 6pm. until 7am., the Student Force puts an engine into service. Each member works an average of one shift a week throughout fall and spring semesters. Each member is assigned a pager to be alerted of working fires and station coverages. Most students will leave class to perform these roles during the daytime hours, but this is not required.
Weekly drills occur on Thursdays from 6 - 9 p.m. Firefighters are expected to obtain their pump operator certification within one year of joining, and are also strongly encouraged to obtain their Massachusetts EMT certification, as the Amherst Fire Department runs five ambulances
