Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Captain, Firefighter / EMT-Basic, Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

33

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Union Fire Company No.1, Manchester, Pa.

Years With Department/Agency

33

Dept. Web Site:

http://unionfire23.com

My Training:

FF-1, EMT-B, BVRT, Haz-Mat Ops, RIT

About Me:

I started when I was 16years old. Trained and worked through the ranks to Asst. Chief. Now I'am FF-1, EMT-B, BVRT. Hold the position of Captain and Double as Chief Engineer which oversee's all Maintenance and Equipment. I Also serve on our Training Committee.

Day Job:

Mechanical Estimator

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

My Dad was invloved. Which drew a lot of interest from me. I wanted to help the community. This was a great way to do it

Why I Love Fire/EMS

helping the community, Brotherhood

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Funding, Retention, Health & Safety, Communications