Brian

53, Male

Worcester, Ma.

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Fire/Rescue Department - Paid
Job Function
911 Operator/Dispatcher
Years in Fire/EMS:
15 years.
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Somerville Mass. Fire Department
Years With Department/Agency
5
Dept. Web Site:
http://www.somervillelocal76.org
Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations
Cambridge Ma. FD Auxiliary 1990-2002 (Lieutenant)
My Training:
Massachusetts EMT, Mass. E-911, APCO EMD, multiple ems/fire dispatch courses.
About Me:
I have been involved with emergency services for about 15 years. I started as an EMT for a private ambulance(Brewster) in Boston, I was also a member of the Cambridge Ma. FD Auxiliary for 12 years starting in 1990-2002, I left at the rank of Lieutenant. I was also a PT dispatcher for the Town of Norwood Ma. Fire Dept. I currently am a Fire Alarm Operator. for the City of Somerville Ma. FD, I have been in my current position for 5 years, and Love every minute of it. I am also a member of the Worcester Fire Brigade Bagpipe Band, as well as the Aleppo Shriners Fire Brigade. My Wife is a Dispatcher-EMT for a Private EMS Company, and our Son is serving in the US Army.
Relationship Status:
Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
Because of my Dad, Retired Firefighter City of Boston, with the following assignments: Engine 51(Brighton), Ladder 25(West Roxbury), Aide to District 10(West Roxbury/Roslindale), Engine 55(West Roxbury-HydePark), Ladder 15(Back Bay), Tower Company(Downtown), Rescue 1(Downtown). He served the City of Boston for 32 years, and he enjoyed every minute of it. He's a good father and a good friend.
Why I Love Fire/EMS
Hearing a Federal Q @ 2AM
Top Issues Facing Responders:
Never Forget: The Chicago 21, Philadelphia 13, Brockton 13, Vendome 9, Worcester 6, FDNY 343, Charleston 9

Comment Wall:

  • Steve

    Hello stranger! Long time no see. Good to see you still in the saddle. Stay low and stay safe!

    Aug 8, 2007

  • RIck Pyburn

    hi how are you? thanks for the add

    Aug 19, 2007

  • kathleen

    Hey Brian hope everything is ok didnt see u at the funeral. Give me a call sometime

    Aug 26, 2007

  • Mick Mayers

    Come on and hang out with the truckies. We're looking for people that like to break stuff- come join us on the Truckie Nation at:

    http://www.firefighternation.com/groups/canceltheengine

    Bring friends and tools.

    Nov 30, 2007

  • Da Chief - Jim O'Neill

    Gee,

    I didn't realize CAFD was still in existence in 2002. Are they still in service or have they gone by the way like so many other Volunteer Groups in Greater Boston? I know all of the Brester brothers. I worked with George and Steve doinf some private work with them years ago and I worked with Richie at Boston EMS. Stay safe Brother.

    Feb 15, 2008

  • Glen Biddiscombe

    Brian,
    I was an aux. firefighter in Somerviile back in the 70's. Worked with guys that have moved on to the regular department like Beckwith, Kelleher, Salvi, Gibson, Swanton, Bazylinski and others. Always enjoyed my time there. I am currently a Lt. with a small town combination department in R.I. and am a full time fire dispatcher and fire academy instructor here in R.I. I listen to the audio of Somerville all the time. Keep up the good work!

    Apr 28, 2008

  • David Furtado

    Hi Brian,

    I say your Somerville, I may be shooting my firefighter series in your neck of the woods later this year. Check it out and let me know what you think. My wife's parents are from Somerville and now live in Needham.

    www.thebattalion.tv

    Stay safe...

    David

    Jun 16, 2008

  • Joseph C. Johnson Jr.

    Hello Herman how are ya?

    Aug 14, 2008