Type of Organization

Military/Federal Response Agency

Job Function

Assistant or Deputy Chief

Years in Fire/EMS:

34

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Hawthorne Army Depot Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

28.5

Web Site:

http://yfdonline.com/

My Training:

Instructor for Nevada State Fire Marshal
FEMA NIMS Instructor
Hazmat Technician Instructor

About Me:

Married since 1983 to Jolee and have son, Jeffrey (mechanical engineer) and daughter, Heather (college student). I am the longest serving mayor in history for the City of Yerington (since 1995) and a licensed Nevada State building contractor and own Homestead Construction, Inc. So, pretty much a workaholic!

Day Job:

Asst. Fire Chief

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

The thrill of fighting fires, saving lives and helping my community.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Lack of volunteers
More training requirements
Tight bugets