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Chocolay Fire-Rescue was established in 1967 by a group of dedicated volunteers seeking to improve their community, and that spirit continues today. Chocolay Fire-Rescue is staffed by a team of dedicated men and women giving their time and talent to make our community a safe place to live. We are committed to providing professional level service to the people we serve with minimal costs to the taxpayers.

Our Team

Our firefighters complete many hours of training, meeting four times each month. Our training covers fire fighting, vehicle extrication, many types of rescue, HAZMAT operations level and many more areas of life and property preservation. We do all of this on top of our regular employment and family obligations. Our department consists of up to 30 paid-on call members: Chief, Assistant Chief, two Captains, two Lieutenants, and up to 24 Firefighters.

Fire Positions Available

  • Do you want to help others
  • Are you looking for a rewarding experience?
  • Do you want to have a positive impact on your community?


Then we are interested in having you become a part of our team!

Chocolay Township Fire-Rescue is currently seeking applicants to fill multiple openings for the position of firefighter. Firefighters are paid an hourly wage for training meetings and also emergency calls. To be part of our team you must:

  • Be 18 years of age or older
  • Have a valid driver’s license
  • Have a reliable vehicle
  • Live within Chocolay Township or limited portions of Sands Township or the City of Marquette


Applicants will be interviewed by the department’s officers. Upon acceptance, applicants will be subject to a driving record and criminal background check, and must pass a physical exam which is paid for by the Township. Applications are available at the Chocolay Township Municipal Offices located at 5010 US 41 South.

Incident Response

Chocolay Fire-Rescue receives all calls for service from Marquette County Central Dispatch’s 911 center. Our mission has grown significantly since our beginnings, we now respond to any situations where life or property are in danger.

Incidents we respond to include but are not limited to; fires, motor vehicle accidents, HAZMAT, water rescues, and EMS incidents when requested.

We have established automatic-aid agreements providing equipment and manpower for any reported structure fires in Sands Township and portions of Marquette Township as well as receiving aid for any structure fires in our own area. We also have mutual aid agreements with several other area fire departments.

Engine 2142 - 1998 Pierce Saber Pumper

This is the primary unit to respond to all fires within the Township, and second to respond to all traffic accidents.

All equipment included on the right.

  • 1 SCBA RIT pack
  • 1000 gallon tank
  • 1000 gpm two-stage Waterous mid-ship pump
  • 2 14′ roof ladders
  • 35′ Extension ladder
  • 6 man cab
  • 6 spare SCBA bottles
  • 8 SCBAs (4 SCBAs mounted in rear jump seats and 4 in side compartment)
  • AED
  • Attic ladders
  • Axes
  • Bullard Thermal Imaging Camera
  • Chain saw
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • Floor dry
  • Generator
  • Ground monitor
  • Hoses
  • K-12 saw
  • Multi-gas detector
  • Pike poles
  • Portable foam pack
  • Portable lights
  • PPV (positive pressure ventilation) fan
  • Smoke ejectors
  • Various hand tools

Rescue 2144 - 2009 Pierce Velocity Pumper Tanker

This unit is first to respond on all rescues, motor vehicle accidents, and EMS assists. This unit is also second to respond to all fires within the Township.

All equipment is included on the right.

  • 1 set of Holmatro hydraulic extrication tools (cutters, spreaders, rams) pre-connected to 100′ hose reels
  • 1000 gpm single-stage Waterous mid-ship pump
  • 14′ Roof ladder
  • 15kW PTO-hydraulic generator
  • 2 100′ electrical cord reels
  • 2 Air chisels
  • 2000 gallon tank
  • 24′ Extension ladder
  • 3000 Gallon portable drop tank
  • 5 SCBAs (self contained breathing apparatus)
  • 6 man cab
  • 6 Spare SCBA bottles
  • 9000lb Warn winch capable of being moved to either side of truck
  • Air bags
  • Attic ladder
  • Axes
  • Back board
  • Chainsaw
  • Floor Dry
  • Hoses
  • Ice and water rescue equipment
  • Jacks
  • One set of portable Holmatro hydraulic extrication tools (cutters, spreaders, rams)
  • Pike poles
  • Portable foam pack
  • Portable lights
  • Porta-power
  • Res-Q Jacks
  • Ropes
  • Shoring and cribbing
  • Stokes basket
  • Various hand tools

Tanker 2141 - 2002 Pierce/Freightliner Pumper Tanker

This unit is third to respond to larger fires and if needed, traffic accidents within the Township. This unit is the first to respond when other departments request mutual aid.

All equipment is included on the right.

  • 1 14′ Roof ladder
  • 1000 gpm single-stage Waterous mid-ship pump
  • 3 man cab
  • 3000 gallon portable drop tank
  • 3000 gallon tank
  • 35′ Extension ladder
  • 4 SCBAs (self contained breathing apparatus)
  • 8 spare SCBA bottles
  • Axes
  • Chainsaw
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Floor dry
  • Generator
  • Hoses
  • Pike poles
  • Portable foam pack
  • Portable lights
  • Smoke ejectors

Wildland Unit 2145 - 1995 Chevrolet 2500HD 4x4 Pickup

This unit is second out on brush and grass fires. In the spring, summer, and fall this unit carries a brush fire skid unit. In winter this unit pulls the snowmobile trailer which is equipped with a snowmobile and a rescue sled.

All equipment is included on the right.

  • 1000′ of 1″ hose
  • 2 man cab
  • 200 gallon tank
  • Axe
  • Chainsaw
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • Portable pump
  • Shovels and rakes
  • Suction Hoses