Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter

Years in Fire/EMS:

8

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Cowlitz/Lewis Fire Dist #20

Years With Department/Agency

1

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Chehalis Fire Dist. 6, Grand Mound/Rochester Fire, Rainier Fire Dist.5, Dept. of Natural Resources State Wildland Fire Services

My Training:

EMT-B, Wildland Firefighter- redcard*faller, sawer, Engine Leader, FF 2, FF 1, Squad Boss, Engine Crewmember

About Me:

Family man with 13 years of marriage to a beautiful wife and raising 3 boys, 13yo,11yo,6yo. Adrenaline junky--skydiver, climber, love my hard ass music and along with paintball tournies!!! I love my life!!!!

Day Job:

firefighter

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

the thrill and felt that with my background I work well with others and have a great sense of humor, along with a compassionate soul towards others that need help in any way.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

the closeness and family you gain with the men and woman you work with. i love to help others.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Safety is always a top contender when it comes to the job. I have a tuff time with agencies that dont see the issues when on scene!