What State do you live in?

MO

Type of Organization

Paid Fire Department

Job Function

Company Officer (Captain/Lt/Supervisor), EMT/Paramedic

Years in Fire/EMS:

13

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Nixa Fire Protection District

Years With Department/Agency

6

Dept. Web Site:

http://nixafire.org

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Battlefield Fire Prot. Dist. '04-'09
Logan Rogersville Fire Prot. Dist. '03-'04
Puxico Volunteer Fire Dept. '01-'03

My Training:

All the standard state fixins & the school of hard knocks.
Structural, Trench, Rope, Inst. 1, Officer 2, MUFRTI Officer Certificate

About Me:

I am a husband to my best friend, and we have 4 beautiful children with number 5 on the way. I know what your thinking, <---- that guy is freakin crazy! I have a passion for fire service training and learning the craft. I also enjoy woodworking, metal work, leather work, and generally anything creating something from nothing.

Day Job:

Fireman

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I joined the fire service right around 9/11 as a volunteer. I quickly figured out that this is what I wanted to do for a career, or most importantly it was my calling. I have a true desire to help people, not to wear a t-shirt or a tattoo for recognition.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

There is nothing better!

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Competency vs. Proficiency
Complacency vs. Pursuit & Passion