Type of Organization

Combination Fire Rescue Department

Job Function

Firefighter

Years in Fire/EMS:

3 years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Logan div. of Fire, Logan, Ohio

Years With Department/Agency

1.5 years

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

I vol. for two years at Ward twp. Fire/Rescue

My Training:

Ohio 240Hr Professional Firefighter, Emt-Basic, Haz-Mat Ops, CPR PRO, Emergency Vehical Driving, Water Hydraulics, IS 100&700, 911 Dispatcher Cert.

About Me:

My name is Chad Swartzmiller I live in Logan, Ohio. I work part-time for Logan FD and full time at Health-Pro Ambulance. I Have a great family that is very supportive in all of my choices. I have been doing Fire/EMS now for 3 years and have loved every second of it. I love learning and furthering my education, I am a firm beliver that you never stop learning and if you dont use the skills you have learned you lose them over time. I also have great friends that have inspired me to get where I am today.

Day Job:

Firefighter/EMT-B

Relationship Status:

In a Relationship

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I have always loved helping people when in need even if I was down on my luck myself. I belive putting others before myself. I belive that this greatest job ever especially when it comes to helpingwhen they are having thier worst day.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Helping people of the community and being part of a great tradition

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Money for training and new equipment