Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid, Fire/Rescue Department - Combination, EMS/Rescue Squad/Hospital EMS - Paid

Job Function

Firefighter / EMT-Basic, Hazardous Materials Team Member

Years in Fire/EMS:

6

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Rifle Fire Protection District, Rifle Colorado

Years With Department/Agency

4

Dept. Web Site:

http://riflefiredept.org

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Meeker Volunteer Fire and Rescue, Meeker Colorado Burning Mountains Fire Department, Silt/New Castle Colorado

My Training:

FF II, EMT-B IV, Hazmat Ops, Confined Space, Trench Rescue, Emergency Building Shoring

About Me:

This job kicks ass!!

Relationship Status:

In a Relationship

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

The fire service is a family tradition. I'm 4th generation, and have numerous uncles that are retired chiefs. You could say I was born into it.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Seeing and doing all the fun stuff.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Staffing, money, and training