Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Training Officer, Lieutenant, EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

20

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

City of Bradford

Years With Department/Agency

14

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Smethport fire department (volunteer) 6 years

My Training:

FFI&II, Hazmat-tech, Engine Co.,Truck Co., Vehicle Rescue basic and advance, I.S.O., Incident Command, Pumps, Ladder ops, Fire Rescue, Flamable Liquids, Instructor I, Pa local level instructor, Rope rescue, Pediatric live support, Advance Cardiac Life support, Trauma Life support, Pa. Paramedic, Arson investigation, and a few i am sure i missed.

About Me:

I am married with 3 children and started in the fire service because my father and brothers did it. I was the little boy who was going to be a fireman when I grew up.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Always wanted to do it and following in family footsteps

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I really enjoy what I do, and when you love your job it is not like a job at all.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Lack of proper personnel
Lack of proper training (practical)
Lack of budget
Poor condition of equipment