Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Firefighter / EMT-Basic, Hazardous Materials Team Member

Years in Fire/EMS:

six years

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Gastonia Fire Dept.

Years With Department/Agency

3 years

My Training:

Firefighter II, EMT, Rescue Tech, Haz Mat Tech, Swift Water Rescue Tech, Wild land Firefighter, Confined Space Tech, Emergency Vechical Driver, Ropes Tech.

About Me:

I Love being a firefighter. Its the best profession in the world. I am recently married and am about to be a father.

Day Job:

Firefighter.

Relationship Status:

Married

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

Im an adrenaline junkie.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I get to make a real differance in the lives of others.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Lack of love and pride for the job.