Stephanie

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Combination Fire Rescue Department
Job Function
Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS)
Years in Fire/EMS:
One.
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Basil Joint Fire District Baltimore, Ohio
Years With Department/Agency
One year.
Dept. Web Site:
http://www.basilfire.com
Relationship Status:
Married
Facebook or Other Online Profile:
http://www.myspace.com/firesteph
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
I was sitting at a stop light, waiting for it to change to green, when the local fire department medic went by, lights flashing, sirens wailing....my heart went pitter patter, and I knew, "THAT'S what I'm supposed to be doing."
Why I Love Fire/EMS
Getting to look people in the eye with that genuine "I care about what happens to you" look.
Top Issues Facing Responders:
Money and Politics

Comment Wall:

  • Jim aka Bick

    Hello Stephanie..thanks for adding me...Jim

    Aug 6, 2007

  • S.C., Captain, iceman

    hello

    Aug 6, 2007

  • Erich Squire

    I love your reason for becoming a FF - that's AWESOME!!!!

    Aug 7, 2007

  • Coach

    So many volunteer departmets crying they can't get members, and here some are rejectting a potential applicant that put herself through school?? And has EMS training? Since Ohio does not want you, your welcome here in the Pittsburgh region. :)

    Aug 7, 2007

  • Coach

    aww shucks, gonna make me blush. Don't give up, keep sending those applications in. Somebody is gonna wise up and hire you! Dad was a cop, you're with the FD, public safety just runs in the veins of some families. Good luck to you.

    Aug 7, 2007

  • Mick Mayers

    In 1982 I wanted to volunteer at the local rescue squad and to make a long story short, I didn't have much luck either (I was already a career firefighter, but wanted to contribute my off-time). The happy ending is that in 1988 I did get on there, in 1989 I became the Chief of Operations, and in 1990, let's just say those other people were no longer on the job. My point is that if you are motivated, a few people won't get in your way and someday, you may even be smiling when you tell them to pack their crap. Don't get down- you will find a way if you want it bad enough. Good luck.

    Aug 7, 2007

  • Mick Mayers

    My wife, even after I told her I didn't really want her in the business, became a volunteer EMT and ended up at the rank of Lt. before she got tied up with work and all. But being on your husband's side, it's hard sometimes because you don't want your wife seeing some of the stuff that goes on out there. And to be quite honest, firefighters and EMS don't have a great track record of fidelity. In my 28 years on the job, I have seen more marriages break up because of the stress and the bonding and all of that. So just find your niche and good luck. You seem like you know what you want. if you want, you can "friend" me and keep me updated; I'd like to know how it turns out.

    Aug 8, 2007

  • Mick Mayers

    Just going down my friend list and visiting everyone to say hi and make sure everyone is doing swell. I can do this now with under 30, but things won't be quite so cozy later, I'm sure. So anyway, hi. Any luck on the search?

    Aug 10, 2007

  • JP Moore

    It is amazing to me that you have to work so hard to find a department with room enough on it's roster to take you. Here in western New York state most departments haven't found it necessary to maintain a waiting list for more than a decade. We are always looking for good volunteers.

    Aug 14, 2007

  • BLAKE CUNNINGHAM

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    Aug 14, 2007

  • JP Moore

    Good luck to ya!

    Aug 14, 2007

  • jbeanfirefighter

    just wanted to say hey and stay safe.

    Aug 16, 2007

  • jbeanfirefighter

    they did not help you find a job?

    Aug 16, 2007

  • jbeanfirefighter

    that freaking sux. send some of the firefighters down this way. NC is always looking for some new firefighters.

    Aug 16, 2007

  • jbeanfirefighter

    dang. i know the town down the road from us right now only has about 6 paid people and its volunteers. but its a small town.

    Aug 16, 2007

  • Creyes

    Hello thanks for the adding me.

    Aug 18, 2007

  • duaneledford

    you will do a good job ! stay safe.

    Aug 18, 2007

  • Jim Creech

    Good job! Finishing 1 of 8 out of 22. Keep up the hard work. It will pay off. I hear Mifflin Twp. (Gahanna) is pretty good, try it yet?

    Aug 23, 2007