Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid, Combination Fire Rescue Department

Job Function

Firefighter / EMT-Basic, Driver / Engineer

Years in Fire/EMS:

Paid for 4 years..Joined Local Dept at the age of 16

Years With Department/Agency

2

Dept. Web Site:

http://ci.winchester.va.us/Fire

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Berkeley County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (OES)

My Training:

FIre Officer II
FF I and II
HAZMAT TECH Pro Board
Fire Instructor I
Fire Inspector I
Driver Operator
HTR in Ropes, Trech, Confined Space Tech, Extrication, and Building Collapase
Pursuing BS at American Public University-3rd Year Undergrad

About Me:

My name is Glenn and I am 25 years old. i currently live in Inwood, WV. I have been a paid firefighter for a few different departments totalling four years. I currently work in the City of Winchester, VA. I am a huge sports fanatic and love to get out and play. Anything from golf to baseball. I am also a huge Pittsburg Fan and a West Virginia fan. I also like to run and excercise. I have also served in the West Virginia Air National Guard For almost 9 years and currently hold the rank of Staff Sergeant. I serve in the Fire Protection Branch but previously served three years as a Security Policeman. I am currently pursuing a BS in Fire Science Management at American Public University. Anything else that you want to know just ask.

Relationship Status:

Single

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I became interested in the field of Fire and EMS when I was sixteen and joined the local volunteer fire department in my hometown. I took a descent amount of training and eventually went into the Air Force where I took training at the DOD fire academy. That led me into the civilian side into the department that I currently work for.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I love knowing that a made a difference to help another person.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

The top issue facing responders today would be the common mistakes that occur day in and day out.