Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter

Years in Fire/EMS:

6

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Mooresville Volunteer Fire Dept.

Years With Department/Agency

2

My Training:

Took TFACA 64 hour class TWICE, the second time was to recertify for Live Burn Weekend.

I have TFACA certification for the 24 hours Live Burn Weekend.

About Me:

I am a thirty-two year old male. I would consider work as a career firefighter, as long as the City/Township was relatively close. While I am not at my 'regular' job, I enjoy doing things with my hands on experience, such as welding, building car engines, carpentry, etc... I am married without children, have two pets both cats. Together, my wife and I enjoy going to movies at the IMAX theater, and walking for fitness.

Day Job:

Lewisburg City, street Dept.

Relationship Status:

Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.myspace.com/lowridersetc

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I don't recall WHY I started as a volunteer. It seemed like the right thing to do at the time. Since I joined I have had many great experiences, and have come to believe that God has led me to this.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

It gives me a feeling of self worth, something I have learned is not easy to come by.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

For me the top issue is response time, since I work at a volunteer department. We are also very close to the interstate, so interstate traffic is also a major safety issue. The Tennessee Highway Patrol are brainwashed to "get the Interstate OPENED BACK UP". Safety is not one of their concerns in my humble opinion,