Type of Organization

Industrial/Institutional

Job Function

Battalion Chief / Division Chief, Training Officer

Years in Fire/EMS:

17

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Emerald Coast Fire and Rescue Services

Years With Department/Agency

1

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Lake County Fire and Rescue, Lake County Florida
Jefferson County Fire Service, Louisville Kentucky
Midway Fire District, Gulf Breeze Florida

My Training:

Pro-Board and IFSAC Firefighter I and II
Pro-Board and IFSAC Fire Instructor I
Florida Firefighter I and II
Florida Fire Instructor I
Florida Driver Operator
Florida Hazardous Materials Technician
Florida Live Fire Training Instructor I
Florida EMT/Paramedic

About Me:

I am married and have 4 children; Reagan, Makenzy, Jakob, and Addyson. My wife, Lydia, is an ER Nurse. I am currently enrolled at Keiser University for my Fire Science Degree.

Day Job:

Fire Service Instructor

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Family Tradition

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I have the opprotunity to help others and teach fire service professionals!

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Resistance to Change