Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department

Job Function

Lieutenant, Firefighter / Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

5

Years With Department/Agency

5

My Training:

FF-I, FF-II, EMT-Intermediate, Kansas certified Medical Training Officer, High-angle rescue, Haz-Mat operator

About Me:

I joined AFD with great enthusiasm. Firefighting has become a large part of who I am! I'm a U.S. Coast Guard veteran, married with 5 kids. Make my living as a carpenter/contractor-but I dont miss many calls! I love all aspects of this, fire and medical. Plan to get my paramedic cert. in the next few years.

Day Job:

Carpenter/contractor

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Looking for a way to serve my community and be a part of a vital brotherhood (not forgetting the sisters!)

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Filling a critical need that not many can do, but everyone needs.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Personnel safety/equipment safety. Training.