Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Fire Chief / Chief of Department

Years in Fire/EMS:

13

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Southeast Rutherford Volunteer Fire Department-District 19

Years With Department/Agency

9

Web Site:

http://www.rescue7.oeg

My Training:

*IS-100, 200, 700, 800
*S-215 Fire Operations in the Wildland/Urban Interface
*S.I.D.S.
*IS-804 (ESF) #4
*Awareness Level Structural Collapse and Urban Search/Rescue
*Arson Detection For First Responders
*L-180 Human Factors on the Fireline
*S-110 & 130 Basic Wildland Fire Orientation
*S-134 Lookouts, Communication, Escape Routes and Safety Zones
*S-190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
*Assistant to the Commissioner Certificate
*Emergency Response to Terriorism: Basic Concepts
*Response to Hazardous Materials: Basic Concepts, Concept Implementation
*Basic Firefighting
*Live Firefighting
*EVOC
*Venessa K Free 1,2 & 3
*Strategy & Tactics on a Fire Scene

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About Me:

I grew up and have lived in Murfreesboro, Tn all my life. I am married to the best wife in the world and recently had a beautifil baby boy named Cooper. I first started in the emergency services at the Rescue Squad. I volunteered there for around 4 years. When i left there i joined the fire department and have been there ever since. I started as a firefighter and worked my way up through the ranks to Lt., Captain, Asst. Chief and now as Fire Chief. I have also recently joined back with Rescue several months ago. I have a great group of Officers and firefighters under me and we are working to achieve the ultimate goals of the fire department.

Day Job:

In charge of security operations at local warehouse.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I have always wanted to try it. One of my friends got me to get involved and showed me where to start. I have been hooked ever since.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I love helping people and giving back to the community.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

training... training... training... communication, funding, manpower, the right equipment for the right job and many more. The list can go on and on. Anyone that is involved in a fire department knows exactly what i'm talking about.