Plumstead Township's Newest Career Firefighter Takes Oath

PLUMSTEAD TOWNSHIP, PA —The Plumstead Township Fire and Rescue Department is officially up to full staff.

Harley Turner was sworn in as the township's newest career firefighter on Thursday by the Honorable Judge Jeffery G. Trauger during a ceremony at the Justice Center in Doylestown.

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Turner was unable to attend last week's ceremony in Plumstead when the township's first career firefighters -Rachel Brick, Benjamin Morris, and Daniel Pfeiffer - were officially sworn in.

Harley brings with him an impressive background of military service, public service, leadership, and more than a decade of volunteer firefighting experience. He is a United States Marine Corps veteran and has been serving the community in the fire service since joining the Plumsteadville Volunteer Fire Company in 2013.

(Plumstead Township Fire And Rescue)

Plumstead's new career firefighting team. From left: Chief Weigman, Benjamin Morris, Daniel Pfeiffer, Harley Turner and Rachel Brick. (Plumstead Fire And Rescue Department)

Throughout his career, he has held numerous leadership positions, including lieutenant, captain, battalion chief, and trustee, helping lead emergency operations, firefighter development, and community outreach efforts.

Harley previously served with Warwick Township Public Works, responding to emergencies, maintaining critical infrastructure, and serving the community every day. He continues to volunteer with the Warwick and Hilltown Fire Companies and recently completed his EMT certification.

His leadership, discipline, teamwork, and commitment to serving others have been demonstrated throughout both his military and fire service careers.

"We are proud to have Harley join our team and look forward to the experience, leadership, and dedication he will bring to the Plumstead Township Fire and Rescue Department," said Fire Chief William Weigman.