Wade Kunstmann

53, Male

Cunningham, Tennessee

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization: Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer
Job Function: Assistant or Deputy Chief
Years in Fire/EMS:: 16
Primary Fire/EMS Department:: Cunningham Volunteer Fire - Rescue
Years With Department/Agency: 16
My Training:: FF I, II, First Responder, Tennessee Association of Rescue Squads (TARS) Instructor I - Vehicle Extrication, Bloodborne Pathogen, and EVOC.
About Me:: Joined department in 1994, Served as Safety Officer from 1997 through 2001, Assistant Chief from 2002 through 2007, and Lieutenant for 2008 and 2009. Appointed as Chaplain for 2008 and 2009. Appointed as Assistant Chief for 2010 and 2011.
Day Job:: Project Manager for Geotechnical Engineering Firm
Relationship Status:: Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS: Initially, I think it was for the "rush", but it didn't take long to realize what a valuable service we provide. There is nothing better than helping a stranger or a neighbor in their time of need.
Why I Love Fire/EMS: The satisfaction of helping someone in need (especially when the outcome is positive for them)