Type of Organization

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

Job Function

Firefighter

Years in Fire/EMS:

25 Years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Penn Twp. Vol. Fire Dept., Newville, Pa.

Years With Department/Agency

25 Years

My Training:

Much, much too many to list....Alot of fire, rescue and ems training.

About Me:

Like I said I've been a member of my dept. for 25 years and I've been a Captain for 4 years and a Asst. Chief for 7 years. Tons and tons of training and lots of fun and sorrow along the way .

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

At first when I joined I feel like it was because I always wanted my big brother Jim to be proud of me and also I think it alittle bit was compotition between us. But now I think the reason I stick in there somewhat is cause I know I can help save someones life and or property and I also enjoy the rush it gives me. I just want to say it turns out I;m the one that is so proud of what my brother has accomplished and I know there is a long ways to go but he has done a fine job so far. Another reason I believe I joined is because it's just in the blood.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

the fact of helping someone in need and the rush...

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Getting new members to volunteer would be tops on my list of issues and also the cost of running a dept..