Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Lieutenant

Years in Fire/EMS:

3 Years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Palmetto Rural Fire Dept

Years With Department/Agency

3 Years

My Training:

im Firefighter 2 certified, Nims IC ckasses and working on getting my instructors for the scfa

About Me:

My name is john shoemake i'm a shift lieutenant for the Palmetto Rural Fire dept in south carolina

Day Job:

N/A

Relationship Status:

Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.facebook.com/johnshoemake

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Im a third generation firefighter my grandpa did it for only ten years and my dad has been doing it for almost 20 yrs. my dad is the reason i started firefighting and i love my job and serving the people in the community.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

i love helping other people and my community

Top Issues Facing Responders:

never knowing what is at a call and never know when the tones are going to drop for a call