Stephen Backus

45, Male

St Johnsville, New York

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization: Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function: Firefighter, Driver / Engineer, Other
Years in Fire/EMS:: 9
Primary Fire/EMS Department:: St Johnsville Fire Department / Dive Rescue St Johnsville, New York
Years With Department/Agency: 9
Dept. Web Site:: http://www.stjfd.com
My Training:: Driving, extrication, repelling and ropes, water rescue and dive training, ladder operations, SCBA, pump ops, interior, drafting, hydrant set-up.
About Me:: I am a interior firefighter and dive tender
Day Job:: New York State Canal Corporation / Thruway Authority
Relationship Status:: Married
Facebook or Other Online Profile:: http://www.myspace.com/tower220
Why I Joined Fire/EMS: I always wanted to because I am a second generation member, and after i got in my accident when i turned 16 i decided it was the time to repay my community for keeping me safe.
Why I Love Fire/EMS: The thrill of helping someone in need, and the thanks you get in return
Top Issues Facing Responders:: Not enough training performed by the departments to keep volunteers and chiefs safe, and politics