Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Lieutenant

Years in Fire/EMS:

4

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Vinton Vol.

Years With Department/Agency

4

My Training:

Level II fire fighter, Swift water rescue, High angle rope rescue, Haz-Mat I.C., Extracation Tech., and a few others

About Me:

I am a pretty easy goin' guy that likes to hang out at the F.D. with my buddies.

Day Job:

Corrections Officer

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

To attempt to tame the beast. oh yeah, to do my part in the community and help save lives and property.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

for the thrill of beating the fire...there is nothing better than helping people

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Lack of money and training in the dept.