The Chesterfield Township Firefighters Union was oficially established on February 1, 2000, by the six career members of the Chesterfield Township Fire Department.  The career firefighters were responsible for Fire Prevention, Fire Inspection, Building and Equipment Maintenance, and for response to all emergencies. These firefighters worked a 40 hour week, Monday thru Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  By the end of negotiations of the first contract, the Chesterfield Township Board determined that it was necessary to begin staffing the two fire stations 24 hours a day 365 days a year.

On, June 21, 2001, the Chesterfield Fire Department began staffing the two stations around the clock, bringing the career IAFF members to 15.  At this time, there was tremendous growth in the township and an ever increasing need for career manpower.  Although the department is supplemented by Paid-on-call firefighters,  the everyday demands and home lives make it increasingly difficult to retain many paid-on-call firefighters.

As of January 2008, The Chesterfield Firefighters Union is 22 PROUD union brothers and sisters, serving approximately 45,000 residents and covering 26 square miles of service area, utilizing three fire stations.  All members are trained to provide Fire Suppression, EMS, Confined Space, Hazmat and Rescue activities.

As of September 12, 2008 we currently have 20 STILL PROUD  union brothers and sisters, who are always committed to serving the citizens of Chesterfield township, despite the dwindling ranks of personel. Currently, we are committed to passing a .5 millage increase which will help prevent further reductions in our station and manpower.