Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Combination

Job Function

Lieutenant, EMT - Paramedic (or Other ALS)

Years in Fire/EMS:

9

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

The City of Madison Fire Department Madison, MS

Years With Department/Agency

8

My Training:

1001-1-11, Driver Operator 1002, Airport Firefighter 1003 Fire Instructor 1041-1-11, Fire Officer1021-1-11, Rope Rescue1&2, Haz-Mat Tech1&2, Confined Space, Certified Smoke Diver (Mississippi), Survival Techniques and Rescue (Florida), Fireground Leadership, Structural Collapse Tech. LSU, Dive Rescue, WMD training (Anniston, AL) Nationally Registered Paramedic, Associates Degree Paramedicine, 15 hrs left on my Bachelors Degree in Fire Administration (hopefully finish this year $$$$ ??) etc.....

About Me:

I have served in the capacity of Firefighter, Training Officer, and LT.

Relationship Status:

Single

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://myspace.com/jluke325

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I'm a second generation firefighter. I guess that I have been around the service pretty much my entire life. I enjoy helping others whatever may be the capacity of their need.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Camaraderie

Top Issues Facing Responders:

I feel that the reduction in LODDs is a key issue. I also feel that a strong emphasis should always be given towards continuing education in the constantly evolving/expanding roles that the fire service encompasses.