FIREMAN189VA

45, Male

Martinsville, Virginia

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization: Fire/Rescue Department - Paid
Job Function: Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS)
Years in Fire/EMS:: 7
Primary Fire/EMS Department:: Martinsville Fire & EMS, Martinsville Va.
Years With Department/Agency: 4
Dept. Web Site:: http://www.ci.martinsville.va.us
Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations: Patrick Henry Vol. Fire Department
My Training:: Instructor
FFII/EMT-Enhanced
Vehic-Extrication
Haz-Mat Opps
About Me:: Im a 3rd generation firefighter, I have had a few jobs before joining a local Vol. dept. After joining I knew that this was what I wanted to do. I enjoy being able to help others in need. Working for a career dept. has its bad days but for the most part it is like having a dream job. I thrive off of having the ability to work with the members of "OUR" shift and the team effort that is put forth for the the citizens to make a difference in one persons life.
Relationship Status:: Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS: Do I need to answer that, if you do this then you know the answer!
Why I Love Fire/EMS: The thrill of knowing that you have made a difference in someones life.
Top Issues Facing Responders:: The differences in Vol and Paid depts. in the operations of trying to work together to accomplish the same goal. Also keeping the Vol. dept. staffed during the work week to be able to help the community in its time of need.

Meghan

Hahah yeah my friend made me the shirt with iron on letters for my birthday as a joke because she thinks that I can do anything since I'm a firefighter. It pretty funny actually.

Mar 10, 2008