Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter / EMT-Basic

Years in Fire/EMS:

5 years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Mineral City Volunteer Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

1-1/2

My Training:

I currently hold my 36 hour volunteer fire certificate, but am looking to take my 120 and 240 transition courses in the near future. I recently completed my Hazmat Responder Class and have applied to my county;s hazmat response team. I am also an EMT-B.

Day Job:

Construction for a Natural Gas Company

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To serve my community and lend a helping hand.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Manpower issues. In our volunteer departments, we find daytime calls difficult to get a full crew.