Station10Capt106

53, Male

LaGrange

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization: Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function: Captain
Years in Fire/EMS:: 16
Primary Fire/EMS Department:: LaGrange Fire Department - LaGrange, Indiana
Years With Department/Agency: 16
My Training:: Firefighter I/II
First Responder
EMT-B
EMT-A
Instructor II/III
Fire Officer Strategy & Tactics
Fire Officer I
Automobile Extrication Technician
IS100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800
AHA CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor
About Me:: I'm a small business owner from a small Indiana town. Community is very important to me and as such I do my best to serve others in my community through the fire department, my church and other civic organizations.

I have a wife & three beautiful children who provide me daily with the strength and inspiration to do my best.
Day Job:: Small Business Owner
Relationship Status:: Married
Facebook or Other Online Profile:: http://www.bigjohnsfurniture.com
Why I Joined Fire/EMS: Being from a small community I understand the importance of serving others. This allows me to play a small part in the lives of many people, often during their times of distress where they need someone to lend a helping hand.
Why I Love Fire/EMS: The joy of being able to help people during emergencies.
Top Issues Facing Responders:: Retaining qualified volunteers and making sure new volunteers are adequately trained.