Established in 2008, the Claymont Fire Company Live-In program takes pride in being a successful stepping stone for building successful career firefighters, business owners, and technicians of various fields. In exchange for free living accommodations, the company requires that members perform station duties, attend trainings/meetings, and respond to emergency calls. Live-ins are able to be residents and receive mail at the station.
– COMMERCIAL RANGE & OVEN
– 2 FRIDGES AND A FREEZER
– ALL UTENSILS, POTS, PANS, CUTTING BOARDS
– MICROWAVE & AIR FRIER
– BENCH PRESS
– TRAINING BENCHES
– DUMBELL SET
– TREADMILL
– OLYPTICAL
– BARBELLS
– STATIONARY BIKE
– 12 RECLINERS
– 74″ FLATSCREEN 4K TV
– GAMING SYSTEMS
– DINING ROOM TABLE
– POOL TABLE
– TV
– 4 SHOWERS
– 8 BATHROOMS/SINKS
– PRIVATE LOCKERS
A live-in fund provides live-ins with a monthly allowance to use at their discretion. Many live-ins put their funds toward gas, room upgrades and personal gear. This live-in fund is meant to support the members that staff the apparatus for over 48 hours a week.
Hometown: Wildwood, NJ
Nick Cripps was born and raised in a fire service family, starting his fire service career in North Wildwood, NJ at the age of 15. After joining Claymont, Nick completed FF1, FF2, Haz-Mat Ops and his EMT. Nick is currently on the New Castle County USAR team and currently works as a career FF/EMT in New Castle County.
Hometown: Claymont, DE
Kofi, a local to the Claymont area, joined at the age of 16. Kofi has completed his FF1, FF2, Hazmat Ops and EMT since joining in 2019. Kofi is now working as a career FF/EMT in New Castle County.
Hometown: New Brunswick, NJ
Dan started his fire service career with East Brunswick Fire District #1 in 2018 where he obtained his Firefighter 1 with the Monmouth County Fire Academy the following year. Dan joined the Claymont Fire Company with the goal of progressing his career in emergency services. He currently works as a Dispatcher at the New Castle County Communications Center.
Hometown: Havertown, PA
Mike became a Claymont Live-in after completing highschool with hopes of becoming a better fireman. From his hometown company of Oakmont Fire Company Mike obtained pro board Fire 1, Hazmat ops and vehicle rescue certifications. Mike works part-time in NJ working to become a career FF/EMT.
Antonio started his career in NJ attending Camden County, where he earned his FF1/2, Hazmat, and Special Operations certifications. He joined Claymont in 2023 as a general member and soon after became a live-in. He obtained his EMT certification while living at Claymont. He has now accepted a full-time job offer at the Christiana Fire Company. Tony was recently promoted to the rank of Lieutenant in December of 2025.
Hometown: Wilmington, DE
Savion began his fire service career at Claymont in 2022. Shortly after becoming a live-in member, he obtained his EMT certification. Savion is currently a full-time FF/EMT in New Castle County.
Hometown: Claymont, DE
Bill grew up in Claymont and joined the company in 2021 while attending DeSales University. After joining, Bill completed FF1, FF2, Driver/Operator, Confined Space Technician, and Swift Water Rescue Technician certifications. Shortly after earning his degree, he moved into Claymont and began his career as a full-time FF/EMT within the county. He now works full-time in Chester County, PA and is apart of the Board of Directors for Claymont.
Hometown: Unionville, PA
Josh began his fire service career in 2019 at Po-Mar-Lin Fire Company, where he still actively serves. He joined Claymont Fire Company in December 2021, and in October 2023, Josh became a career FF/EMT for Fairfax County, Virginia. He also serves as a Corporal in the United States Marine Corps Reserve as a Machine Gun Squad Leader. He now works full-time in Chester County, PA at Concordville Fire Company. Josh was recently promoted from the rank of Lieutenant (2025-2026) to Fire Captain in December of 2025.
Hometown: Stone Harbor, NJ
Peter’s entire life has been spent around a firehouse, following in his fathers footsteps becoming a volunteer in Stone Harbor in 2016. He gained his FF1, FF2, NREMT, Rope Rescue Tech, Open Water Rescue Ops and his Fire Inspector license. Peter then transferred into a career position at Stone Harbor in 2021 before moving into Claymont and accepting a career position at Talleyville. Peter earned the rank of Lieutenant in December of 2025.
Hometown: Wilmington, DE
Cody joined Claymont in 2023 with no prior experience and quickly earned his Firefighter I, II, and EMT certifications within his first year. Cody plans to become a commercial airline pilot while continuing to volunteer at Claymont. He currently works part-time in New Castle County.
Hometown: Aspinwall, PA
Bennett began his fire service career with the Aspinwall Fire Department, following in his father’s footsteps. After earning his FF1 and FF2 certifications, he joined the Claymont Fire Company to gain more experience with the goal of pursuing a career in emergency services.
Hometown: Reading, PA
Jesus began his fire service career at the age of 15 at the Exeter Township Fire Department. He recently obtained his Fire 1 & EMT. He plans on obtaining his Paramedic certificate to become a FF/Medic.
Career: Elsmere Fire Company, DE
Years: 2024-2026
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Years: 2020-2024
Career: Field Engineer
Years: 2022-2023
Career: Industrial Technician
Years: 2015-2021
Career
Years: 2020 – 2021, and 2023
Career: Holly Springs Fire, NC
Years: 2019 – 2021
Career: Industrial Mechanic
Years: 2019 – 2021
Career: Sales
Years: 2020 – 2021
Career: Welding Tech.
Years: 2020-2022
Career: Christiana Fire, DE
Years: 2019 – 2020
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Years: 2017 – 2021
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Years: 2019 – 2020
Career: Fire Equipment Tech.
Years: 2016-2022
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Years: 2015 – 2020
