New firefighters Colin Prescott, Christopher Tolentino, Stephen Michele, Benjamin Niemiera and Joshua Walmsley were sworn into their positions with Nashua Fire Rescue on May 2. Courtesy photo/Nashua Fire Rescue

NASHUA – On May 2, Nashua Fire Rescue welcomed new firefighters Colin Prescott, Christopher Tolentino, Stephen Michele, Benjamin Niemiera and Joshua Walmsley.

The group worked with experienced firefighters during an intense period of training. New recruits are required to be certified firefighters who have completed Firefighter One and Two certifications as well as being certified basic level EMTs before they join the department. Once they join Nashua Fire Rescue, they train for another six weeks, receiving instruction in the classroom, doing physical fitness exercises and receiving important hands-on training.

The Fire Department also welcomed new Fire Alarm Operators Adam Garthe and Gregory Nolan.