Joe Totero

Male

East Stroudsburg, PA

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function
Captain
Years in Fire/EMS:
18
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Acme Hose Co. No. 1, ESFD, East Stroudsburg, PA
Years With Department/Agency
13
Dept. Web Site:
http://www.eaststroudsburgfire.org
Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations
Woodbridge Emergency Squad, Perth Amboy First Aid Squad, Perth Amboy Volunteer Fire Department
My Training:
IFSAC/PROBOARD Firefighter I & II, IFSAC/PROBOARD Fire Instructor I & II, PA State Vehicle Rescue Technician, PA State EMT-B, Haz Mat Technician, Incident Safety Officer, NIMS (multiple levels), Foam Firefighting Technician, Basic High Angle Rescue I & II, Confined Space Rescue
About Me:
I've been involved with the Emergency Services for about 18 years now between NJ & PA, just completed Firefighter II certification. I actually should be dead for the actions I have taken in a fire. They were not the smartest thing I did. Now, I still fight aggressively, but with more knowledge of my surroundings & the telltale signs of problems. I will never put or ask anyone to go into a situation that I wouldn't do.
Day Job:
Medical Claims Processor
Relationship Status:
Married
Facebook or Other Online Profile:
http://facebook.com/Joe Totero
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
When I was about 2 years old, I had to have my eyes operated on to strengthen the muscles. When I returned home from the hospital, my cousin who was a career firefighter with PAFD drove the brand new Snorkel 1 to my house for me to see. That put the spark in me. When my father was diagnosed with cancer 20 years ago, I wanted to do all I could for him. I first joined a rescue squad, then a second one & eventually joined the fire department. Since then, I have dedicated my life to saving others.
Why I Love Fire/EMS
being in the right place at the right time to help someone who needs it.
Top Issues Facing Responders:
recruiting & retaining serious volunteers. I also believe that alcohol does not have a place in the station nor on scene. We all like to party & have a good time, but why put yourself or someone else in harm's way while under the influence. let's use some common sense out there!

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  • Heather

    Thanks, and things will be a lot less boring tonight when I can get back to work, been sick, and now have cabin fever...never been so excited about a Friday night shift as I am today...yippee...Stay safe and play nicely..smile

    Sep 14, 2007

  • Philipp Huss

    Hi Joe!!!
    I have a inflammation in the neck. the doctor says that can still persist.

    bye Phil

    Sep 14, 2007

  • MotleyMel

    Hi thanks for the add! Will be nice to get to know each other better.

    Melody

    Sep 14, 2007

  • Michael T Furr

    Hey thanks for the encouragement! Im gonna try. Things look grim right now, judging by my MRIs and XRays, but anything is possible. If nothing else, maybe I can go over to the "dark side" (law enforcement) lol. Anyway, Ive already been temporarily assigned as a Division Chief's aide until everything is conclusive and permanent.

    Sep 14, 2007

  • jlr

    Hello Joe my name is Jennifer. It is nice to meet you.

    Sep 14, 2007

  • raymond stone

    thank you you be safe and careful on the fire grounds stay safe buddy

    Sep 14, 2007

  • jlr

    Thanks for the welcome. i appreciate it.

    Sep 14, 2007

  • Ennycloe

    Things are hot in New Mexico. Two more hours and I can go home! Yeah for me!

    Sep 14, 2007

  • Michael T Furr

    Thanks bro.

    Sep 14, 2007

  • Philipp Huss

    good morning joe.

    in germany is 11.05 a.m.
    how are you? i feel better!!! :-)

    take care
    phil

    Sep 15, 2007

  • joejarman

    thank you but i hte the work that comes with it paper work galore but i will enjoy the job in the long run

    Sep 15, 2007

  • Katie C.

    Hi there,
    sorry i didnt get your meessage earlier. i've been having computer issues. How are you?

    Sep 15, 2007

  • truckie

    everything is quiet over my way. we average about 200 a yr. is everything quiet on your side

    Sep 15, 2007

  • DragonSlayerEMS

    Hey thanx for the add back...stay safe back!!

    Sep 15, 2007

  • Megan

    Thanks Joe, you too!!

    Sep 15, 2007

  • carter262

    No problem. It's good to meet you. You stay safe too!

    Sep 15, 2007

  • Chief25sr

    Whats up Joe? I'm here at work covering a shift for someone. Its 0143hrs. Well, were putting the finishing touches on the haunted house. This year each floor is a different theme. Should be great. I get off at 0200hrs. and then i get up at 0700 because were having a motorcycle poker run today. Ah yes the life of a volunteer. Gotta Love it!! Stay Safe!!

    Sep 16, 2007

  • Jan G

    Thanks for adding me Joe! Stay safe. :-)

    Sep 16, 2007

  • Bruce Carrico

    Thanks on the comment and the safe part ok
    the sane part hmm what do we do.lol

    Sep 16, 2007

  • Bruce Carrico

    amen to that .... we are the elite of the crazy... but hope you stay safe

    Sep 16, 2007

  • Matthew Todd Munsey

    Thanks. You stay safe too.

    Sep 16, 2007

  • Mike Fedele

    Thank u for the add and stay safe down there!

    Sep 16, 2007

  • Little Black Rain Cloud

    Thanks Joe! She IS a beauty! Her hoses are black with silver lettering also her salvage covers. Chief wants to paint all the apparatus in these colours AND switch to black gear with silver reflective striping. He already switched our station shirts to gray with black trim at the neck and sleeves. He's kinda gone black and silver happy... LOL

    Sep 16, 2007

  • Katie C.

    things are pretty good here too, fall has decided to arrive with rain, but its good for the forests

    Sep 16, 2007

  • bjl911

    Doing good, perfect weather right now! A little dry and a thunderstorm is supposed to hit in the next 72 hours, so we may be busy! I am still trying to learn how to navigate this site. What do you find most useful?

    Sep 16, 2007

  • Clint Adams

    thanks for the add

    Sep 16, 2007

  • Walt

    No problem Joe,just got home from The Firemens Convention in Wilidwood Nj,Im beat........I will put some picture up some time tomarrow.walt

    Sep 17, 2007

  • Walt

    sorry for got to ask,Did u go to the convention? I thought I saw ur guys trucks in the parade on Sunday?

    Sep 17, 2007

  • Walt

    Morning Joe,It was good? Saw alot of my frinds from Nj,when I was with Mt.holly,not to many from my area In bucks county? In my opinion,there weren't there many departments there like in the past,still had a good comment...I wish there was a way to add more then 8 pictures on here,bcause I have alot to put up on here,i guess i will have to email the web chief to see if i can add more then 8 pictures...LOL unless u know how to? Im off 2 day,lucky me had fun this past weekend.Just hate doing all that wash,I took enought clothes 4 the weekend and well im sure u know,my girl took 2 bags of clothes why is that.....LOL I will be on line for a while.Today will give me some time to add my certs on here.. have a good day ttyl walt

    Sep 17, 2007

  • Walt

    Your 100% right,I think I hurt my self careing all of her stuff...LOL you might of think we were going there for 2 weeks or something....LOL This years parade was aroun 2 and a half hours...not as long in the past as I remember in the past as well......there were more venders then trucks? but the beer trailer was there.....LOL
    I was surprised alot of the clubs were closed?thank god the fire house tavern was open...LOL? of course the harricane club was open.....? its very different there..they are building more condos like crazy....there nice but so expensive.....

    I will try you idea on the pictures....I still have to down load them? i will have them up in a little bit

    Sep 17, 2007

  • stephen bunn

    HEY JOE! JUST WANTED TO SEE IF BILL MILLER WAS STILL THERE I USED TO LAUGH EVERY TIME I SAW HIM BECAUSE HIS WHOLE LIFE WAS THE FD. NOW I FINALLY UNDERSTAND HIS PASSION. I HOPE HE IS DOING WELL. STAY SAFE FIREHOG473

    Sep 17, 2007

  • Little Black Rain Cloud

    sure... can we trade?

    Sep 17, 2007

  • Lisa

    Thanks....you stay safe too.

    Sep 17, 2007

  • Compton

    thanks for the add

    Sep 17, 2007

  • Adam Seward

    things are pretty slow unfortunately except for the fire in san burnadino, didnt get enough rain this winter for the grass to burn and its not cold enough for people to light their fire places yet so ya, pretty dull year. how are the fires treatin you

    Sep 17, 2007

  • Elizabeth

    Hey i doin fine just want to say hello and hope all is well talk to you later

    Sep 17, 2007

  • carl hockett

    no problem in adding thanks for asking..the name of the city does raise some eyebrows..small lake community about 65 miles southeast of dallas. city motto is "Gun Barrel City. We shoot straight with you" Sometimes wonder if the word "with" should be changed to "at"..lol stay safe

    Sep 18, 2007

  • Danny

    HI Joe thanks for the add..take care and be safe look forward to chatten with ya sometime soon..

    Sep 18, 2007

  • Amanda Woomer

    Yeah it is a constant thing. which is getting taken care of. how are you good i hope. and you better be safe. lol. chat later
    <3 amanda

    Sep 18, 2007

  • BILL WINKLER

    Hey Joe thanks for the friend request Brother...Stay safe...

    Sep 19, 2007

  • hambone22

    Hey buddy just thought I'd quick check in and see how all is going. Just coming off a tour so I had a little extra time between alarms.

    Have a good one and stay safe bro. I'm outa here. Keep it real in PA.

    Sep 19, 2007

  • Jeri From Jersey

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    Sep 19, 2007

  • jim mullen

    thanks 4 the add stay safe and always put a ladder up

    Sep 19, 2007

  • Mikel A Ortega

    Hey Joe thanks for the invite , you have a great site. Stay safe out there, keep living the dream.
    Mikel

    Sep 19, 2007

  • Philipp Huss

    Hey Joe!!!

    How are you???

    Sep 20, 2007

  • Joel C Kelley

    Mahalo for the support! We will be looking to the future for the best we can create.

    Sep 20, 2007

  • Lindsey McFarland

    Thanks. I'm good how are you?

    Sep 20, 2007

  • Firefightersmom

    Thanks for the welcome! I'm working now but so far things have been quiet. Let's hope it stays that way cuz I'm leaving in the morning to take a friend back home to TN--just going up there and turning right back around and coming home. Gotta get ready for the little weather disturbance that's out in the Gulf. I hope it doesn't come visit us--although we could use some rain. Be careful and stay safe.

    Sep 20, 2007

  • hambone22

    Well thats a downer. I'm glad you're doing better. The bros in Michigan have you in our prayers.

    Sep 20, 2007

  • Paul Neville

    You to man. Have a good one

    Sep 20, 2007