Irons38

43, Male

Groton, CT

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Fire/Rescue Department - Paid
Job Function
Firefighter / EMT-Basic
Years in Fire/EMS:
13
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
SBFD Local F-219
Years With Department/Agency
7
Dept. Web Site:
http://www.localf219.org
My Training:
FF1, FF2, Instructor I1, Officer 1,EMT B, Hazmat Tech, RADCON,WMD, Ariel Operator, Pump Operator,Safety and Survival. Elavator Emergencies, FAST Team, Confined Space ETC.....
About Me:
I started off as a junior firefigher at the Niantic Fire Department. As i became a regular member I recieved some certifications through that department as well as expierence. I applied to the federal government to become a federal firefighter where i currently am today. I have recieved much more training and certification as well as experience. Working on a federal installation presents many other challenges that you wouldn't see in a city or town. Its the best of both worlds and then sum.
Day Job:
FF/EMT/Hazmat Tech.
Relationship Status:
Single
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
I always wanted to do this job, since I was a kid. My farther was a firefighter, my grandfather and my great grandfather. You can say its in the blood
Why I Love Fire/EMS
Best Job In The World
Top Issues Facing Responders:
Health and Wellness, Training and Equipment, Building Construction and Funding, Funding, and More Funding.

Comment Wall:

  • Ashleigh

    You're sweet, thank you!! Stay safe and keep in touch!

    Oct 10, 2008

  • Becky

    I've been around. Heading out your way next weekend, going to NY for a week to visit my cousin in Manhattan. I'm so excited!! Any suggestions on things that I should do?

    Oct 11, 2008

  • Enid Neeley

    doing fine and hope you are too-been running calls...

    Oct 12, 2008

  • Becky

    Hey thanks for the advice. I'll check it out!

    Oct 12, 2008

  • Ashleigh

    Hey so did you have a good weekend? Mine was pretty uneventful, just trying to get all our trucks ready for the parade tomorrow woo hoo! LOL! This weekend should be much better, we're headed to the haunted houses after the parade! Anything new with you?

    Oct 17, 2008

  • Lisa

    Hhhhhhhmmmmm......you look familiar....do I know you? Have you been following me around? Lol....Thanks for the request John.

    Oct 23, 2008

  • Sarah

    hey u, I just wrote a new blog u should write a comment haha!

    Oct 25, 2008

  • MadysoNicole [NREMT-B]

    Thanks for the add!

    Oct 29, 2008

  • MadysoNicole [NREMT-B]

    Ok. If you say so. ;)

    Nov 2, 2008

  • Erin

    wow i havent been on here in forever. how are u? whats new?

    Nov 2, 2008

  • Megan

    hey how are u havent talked to u in forever well hope everything is going good for u well take care and stay safe

    Nov 3, 2008

  • Erin

    i'm not to bad

    Nov 5, 2008

  • MadysoNicole [NREMT-B]

    Everyone has that in them, not entirely a bad thing.

    Nov 6, 2008

  • amanda

    well i just got done a midnight shift that seemed to take forever to end.. gotta love crazy people lol

    Nov 9, 2008

  • amanda

    yeah well u get used to it after awhile i guess haha

    Nov 9, 2008

  • Rebecca

    Hi , Thanks for the add !! : )

    Nov 9, 2008

  • MadysoNicole [NREMT-B]

    My weekend could have been better! How about you?

    Nov 9, 2008

  • Erin

    the weekend was pretty good saw the new movie role models it was awesome.. how was ur weekend?

    Nov 10, 2008

  • bree

    heyy wats up??

    thankz for the add

    Nov 11, 2008

  • Megan

    hey john thought id say hi and see if u where still on of if ya had a call well take care and see ya around

    Nov 11, 2008

  • Courtney Copeland

    its goinggg..
    imready for freakin friday!

    Nov 12, 2008

  • Erin

    thats good. wll happy late birthday

    Nov 13, 2008

  • bree

    i am good i am sorry that i took me so long to reply back
    i was in the hospital

    Nov 14, 2008

  • Courtney Copeland

    yes sirr.
    its fineee.

    have a great week.

    Nov 17, 2008

  • debbie snacks

    heya stranger.... busy with class & work & ride time. how are ya?

    Nov 21, 2008

  • Sara

    Aloha and thank you for the warm welcome, I'm looking forward to being a part of FFN.

    Nov 22, 2008

  • Rae Ann Ozelis

    Not much! How are you doing?

    Nov 23, 2008

  • Dawn

    my weakend went pritty good thanx for asking how bout you

    Nov 24, 2008

  • Fire Chick

    hey thanks to u to!! happy thanksgiving!! how u doing

    Nov 25, 2008

  • Fire Chick

    thanks for the pix comments to!!! love the one wit u by the truck

    Nov 25, 2008

  • Fire Chick

    hey u too!! mine was ok... i really aint a holiday person.. so it doesnt matter to me really if they come or not..

    Nov 28, 2008

  • Jennifer Anders

    Thanks you too!

    Nov 29, 2008

  • Fire Chick

    weekend very boring..and it is only 1:30 am sun..still have to get up at 8 to go to ohio to see fam.. i really dont even talk to...how was ur weekend

    Nov 30, 2008

  • Fire Chick

    i am always up late...this week is ok i am now 1st lt. at station and am now allowed to drive the brush truck.. how is ur week going

    Dec 2, 2008

  • Fire Chick

    thanks... is ur dept. paid or volunteer

    Dec 3, 2008

  • Oceaneyes329

    Hello How are you? Im good at the station.....hangin out...stay safe

    Dec 3, 2008

  • Oceaneyes329

    HELLO...Ive not met another ZOMBIE fan on here......woo hoo......ttys stay safe.....DRACULA

    Dec 3, 2008

  • Heather

    I'm doing fine. How about you? Stay safe !!!
    Heat

    Dec 3, 2008

  • Jason McMahon

    Tell spot and Macdonald I said hi

    Dec 3, 2008