Van Willing

63, Male

Aiken

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Fire/Rescue Department - Paid
Job Function
Firefighter
Years in Fire/EMS:
30
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
Aiken, South Carolina
Years With Department/Agency
30
Dept. Web Site:
http://www.aiken.net
My Training:
FFII, Fire Instructor I, Driver/Operator,Fire Instructor II, DDC8 Instructor, American Red Cross Emergency Response Instructor
About Me:
I joined the fire department in 1977 as a auxiliary firefighter, in 1985 I was promoted to volunteer firefighter, in 1993 I was promoted to Lieutenant over the volunteers. In 2006 I was hired full time as a Driver/Operator.
Relationship Status:
Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
My father was a fireman so its been something I've always wanted to do. I guess you could say it's in my blood.
Why I Love Fire/EMS
saving other people's property and lives and helping them when in need.

Comment Wall:

  • Ryan Senn

    yea it is cool, im still trying to learn it

    Jan 12, 2008

  • Jacob Luffman

    Hey Tough Guy scared to admit your a Fire Squirrel?? To MANLY to admit you love your job?? If you Like what you do for your comunity,
    if you like Speed, Sirens, and Strobes. Then you are a squirrel at any age. You may or maynot have your own Nuts, but Not to worry we
    will share and show you that we have nuts. Join up for some fun, join up to show your buddy that you may be Squirrely but you got Nuts.
    Started by JT Unit 1671 CVFR, to share some stories, some intrests, good and bad discusions, and maybe learn something from other
    Squirrels. Just have some fun, post comments, Video, Bloopers, NO NUDES (aint into the hairy firefighter pics, but if it is funny and edited,
    share the smile). Fire Squirrels, we're cudely and some furier than others but, we all got Nuts. Any EMA,EMS,and Fire Rescue welcome.

    Feb 8, 2008

  • Jacob Luffman

    Thanks for proclaiming being a Squirrel, I know exactly how you feel. I started this group just to lighten up some rookies and experianced alike with some good humor, great stories and maybe by accident some use ful knowledge. Welcome to the Fire Squirrels, start up a discussion or post comments or even some video or pics if youd like, whatever intrests you. Good and Bad discussions are welcome here. All of EMA is welcome here. From my family to yours have a great day. JT unit 1671

    Feb 9, 2008

  • Barry Sigmon

    Hello Van , thanks for the add. I have been to Aiken a time or two. Hope things are well in SC and stay safe.

    Feb 13, 2008

  • S.C., Captain, iceman


    Visit South Carolina Firefighter Network

    May 24, 2008

  • Randy

    thanks for the add van

    Jul 30, 2008

  • dflowers12

    hey man thanks for the add i just figured out how to add freinds anyway thanks.... stay safe

    Aug 13, 2008

  • Brian Goodwin

    Hey Van, thanks for the add. I look forward to meeting you and potentially working with you. BG

    Sep 3, 2008

  • Chris Filyaw

    Hey Van , Hope I'll be working with you soon. I'll know when they call me back. I interviewed there a couple weeks ago.

    Sep 17, 2008

  • Ben Strickland

    How's it goin up in Aiken? Were quiet down here.

    Oct 18, 2008