Firstwhip

69, Male

Syracuse

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization: Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function: Training Officer, Firefighter, Other
Years in Fire/EMS:: 30+
Primary Fire/EMS Department:: Lakeside FD
Years With Department/Agency: Since August 1973.
Dept. Web Site:: http://lakesidefiredistrict.com
My Training:: FFE, Ladder Ops., SCO, Haz-Mat Tech Level for Miller Brewing Co. (Fulton, NY)
About Me:: Been a proud member since 1973! Held both Lieutenant and Captain line officer positions and had one unsuccessful attempt at an Asst' Chief's position. I currently sit on the board as a Commissioner for the Lakeside Fire District. Primary duty here besides overseeing the budget and purchases for the district is training.
Day Job:: Equipment Operator
Relationship Status:: Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS: Because 4 of my friends joined the local FD
Why I Love Fire/EMS: Cannot descibe it! The very best!!!
Top Issues Facing Responders:: Retention of volunteer members. Proper training for volunteers.

Niki Hoffman

Thanks Commish... I miss you guys at Station 1 as well, but I have to share the wealth especially when it comes to the plaid pajamas. LOL I am settling in well at Station 2 and things seems to be going well. Thanks for all the support! Niki

May 2, 2008