Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter

Years in Fire/EMS:

30 years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

None right now, but will be again soon, going to join where I just moved to

Years With Department/Agency

30 years

My Training:

I have Fire I, Fire II, Company officer's course, EVO, Vehicle rescue and other training with my company at fire school.

About Me:

I am 50 years old, I have a daughter that is 24, a son that is 17 and a grandson that is 5. I have been firefighting off and on for over 30 years and I would not change it for anything, I love it and I like helping out the my community. I like Nascar, Football, Baseball and the beach, spending time with my family and friends. I am in college online, getting my degree in Criminal Justice, have been an Electrician for over 26 years and was in the Navy for 4 years.

Day Job:

Unemployed, going to college

Relationship Status:

Divorced

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I joined because I like helping people out and I like serving my community, I would not change it for anything.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I like helping people out.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Finding the right people and getting people to join as a volunteer firefighter.