Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter / EMT-Basic, Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

4-5

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Pleasant Hill, Oregon

Years With Department/Agency

4 1/2

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.pleasanthillfire.org

My Training:

Firefighter 1, EMT-B, Driver, Pump Operator, Hazmat operations, Wildland firefighter.

About Me:

I'm Andrew, I work in a small town fire department of about 15 personnel. I've been with the department for almost 5 years now. I am a student attending college to become a paramedic and further my career.

Day Job:

Emergency Room Clerk

Relationship Status:

In a Relationship

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.myspace.com/drewblah

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To serve my community to my fullest

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Being there in a time of need for others.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Lack of funding in smaller communities, and lack of new volunteer support.