Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Captain

Years in Fire/EMS:

19

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Kern County Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

12

Dept. Web Site:

http://kerncountyfire.org

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Bakersfield Fire Department, Hanford Fire Department

My Training:

California FFI, FFII, CSFM Company Officer, Haz Mat Specialist, EMT-D, AA Degree Fire Technology, Confined space awareness, swift water awareness, NWCG Crew Boss, Engine Boss and safety officer trainee, Bakersfield College Adjunct fire training instructor, Currently pursuing CSFM Chief Officer cert.

About Me:

Married and reside in Bakersfield, Have 2 daughters, 3 step daughters. Grew up in Iowa, moved here when I was 17. Previous experience prior to firefighter was mechanic and sales. I spent 8 years with Bakersfield Fire as a volunteer prior to being hired by Hanford Fire Department and then Kern County Fire Department.

Day Job:

This is it!

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Consistent change, every day is different and always exciting! Good retirement and a stable position.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

My fire family and time off to spend with my home family.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Budget cuts and staffing for sure! Training on modern hazards, i.e. solar panels, hybrid cars, chemicals, etc.