Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Firefighter / EMT-Basic

Years in Fire/EMS:

12years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Franklin Fire Department Franklin Tn

Years With Department/Agency

1yrs

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Fairview Fire Department located in Fairview TN.

My Training:

FFI,FFII,Haz-mat Operations, A/O, Extrication,EVOC,EMT-IV,Basic pump, Emer Response to Terrorism,Arson,all of the nimes, Offcer I school. Ect.....

About Me:

I started as a Vol FF in 1996. Worked my thru the ranks and was promoted to LT in 1999l. Department went to combo department in 2001. First carreer FF in Fairview TN. Was shift command intil 2007 where i took a job with the Franklin Fire Department. I'm assigned to Engine 5 and love it there. I'm very happy with my career. I also work WMC EMS as EMT part-time.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Started out as a hobby and enjoying the ride, Got married and had some kids now its my foundation for my famliy. I get paid to do my hobby and love every bit of it.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I just being there, I love this job.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Lack of understanding on how things work and are needed in the fire service today.