Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Lieutenant

Years in Fire/EMS:

7

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Independence Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

7

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

City of King (NC) Fire Dept.

My Training:

FF I & II, EVOC, HAZ-MAT OPS, Rope Rescue I, May-Day FF Down, Vehicle Rescue, Vehicle Extrication, EMT-B, Confined Space Rescue, Driver/Operator Pumper, Swift Water Rescue, Fire Instructor I

About Me:

I am very proud father and dedicated volunteer firefighter with a passion for the outdoors, hunting, and grilling. My son is my number one priority and the backbone in the belief of "everyone goes home." I believe in training hard and being safe.

Day Job:

Teacher

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

We learn something about this job and our response everyday. I am hoping to learn from other firefighters, pick up some new "tricks of the trade," and maybe be able to share some of my own.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Its the greatest job in the world. What better way to spend life than using the gift and talent that God has given each of us than by helping others to live theirs safely.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

From a volunteers perspective: It would be the availability of time to adequately train and stay "sharp" on the skills for a safe response. We have to make time to train, it is imperitive!