Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer, EMS/Rescue Squad - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter, First Responder, Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

12

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Chester Hose Co.

Years With Department/Agency

5

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.geocities.com/chesterhosecompanyinc/

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Deep River Fire Dept. (established the Jr. dept. back in 1970), Deep River, Ct -- Deep River Ambulance Assoc. past member

My Training:

Connecticut Certified Medical Response Technician (MRT) and Fire Fighter 1

About Me:

I'm 54 years young. Went through FF1 at age 50 and kept up with all the youngsters that were in the class. After Graduation from HS I entered the Air Force for a 4 year hitch---that lasted another 16 years and I retired in Oct. of 1992. Received an AAS degree from the Community College of the Air Force in 1985 in Electronic Systems Technology. I am now an Electronics/Electrical technician for the state of Ct.

Day Job:

Electronics/Electrical (QCW - Qualified Craft Worker) for the State of Ct.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I have many reasons for joining the Fire/EMS services. Most of all it is a sense of giving to my community. I served 20 years with the USAF and now I feel that I need to help out in my community by doing something that I enjoy. I was brought up in a Fire/EMS family so that is also another reason.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

love the sense of helping others.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Lack of volunteers to be able to fill the crew requirements. Many responders on the roles---but lack of involvement.